The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered our lives. Here, you’ll discover tips on keeping children safe online, activities to do as a family, advice on coping with isolation, and many other resources to arm yourself with the tools you need to keep coronavirus disease at bay.
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COVID-19 Travel Advisory
Those entering Ohio after travel to states reporting positive testing rates of 15% or higher for COVID-19 are advised to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Older Ohioans and Ohioans with Chronic Conditions - COVID-19 Checklist
COVID-19 Checklist for Older Ohioans and Ohioans with Chronic Conditions.
Disinfecting Surfaces
Information and frequently asked questions about surface cleaning and disinfection to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Updated Quarantine Guidance
Recommendations for quarantining after possible COVID-19 exposure has been updated. In some cases, when no symptoms are present, it may be possible to reduce quarantine time from 14 to 10 or seven days.
COVID-19 Symptoms Infographic
Infographic showing expanded list of COVID-19 symptoms.
COVID-19 FAQs - Face Shields
COVID-19 is believed to spread mainly from person to person through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person — sometimes without showing any symptoms — coughs, sneezes, or talks. Research has shown that cloth face coverings can block these respiratory droplets.
A Faith-Based Letter from Governor Mike DeWine
We have received requests from a number of people in the faith community recently to provide guidance on keeping worshipers safe, as we battle the coronavirus. The virus, as you know, is very much with us, and in fact, has spread farther than it has at any time in the past.
COVID-19 Checklist for Parents of Teens and Young Adults
For Ohio to be able to reduce the impact COVID-19 has on our state, it is crucial that teenagers and young adults, like everyone else, do what they can to protect themselves and others from the virus that causes the disease.
COVID-19 Release of Protected Health Information to Ohio’s First Responders
Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH, signed an order on April 14, 2020 to release protected health information on individuals who test positive for COVID-19, when necessary, to Ohio’s first responders. Protection of our first responders is a top priority.
COVID-19 Working and Learning Online
Many high-speed internet companies are working to help keep Ohioans connected to high-speed internet so they can continue working and learning from home during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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General Resources
More resources and information concerning COVID-19.
COVID-19 Testing in Nursing Homes
Ohio has seen outbreaks of COVID-19 in congregate settings including, but not limited to, nursing homes. Nursing homes have been aggressive in testing and managing COVID-19 as they continue to see the dramatic impact of the virus on their residents. With many COVID-19 deaths representing this population, accelerated testing is needed.
Questions about COVID-19?
The Ohio Department of Health call center is ready to answer your questions about COVID-19
COVID-19 Checklists
Checklists to help you protect against COVID-19.
