Public Health Information

Brown County Public Health

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Coronavirus (COVID19)

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an illness caused by a virus that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a new coronavirus that has spread throughout the world. COVID-19 symptoms can range from mild (or no symptoms) to severe illness.

Resources for Older Adults & Caregivers

Recursos Para Adultos Mayores y sus Cuidadores

ADRC will be following COVID-19 Community Level Guidelines

Low:

  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines
  • Get tested if you have symptoms

Medium:

  • If you are high risk for severe illness, talk to your healthcare provider about weraing a mask and other precautions
  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines
  • Get tested if you have symptoms

High:

  • Wear a mask indoors in public. ADRC staff will be wearing masks and customers are encouraged to wear masks
  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines
  • Get tested if you have symptoms

Monkeypox

Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. Symptoms can include fever, chills, and a rash that can look like pimples or blisters. The virus can spread by direct contact with the infectious rash and body fluids.