It’s been a busy summer. As we head into fall, we have several updates to share. Please reach out to contact@uchd.net if we can be of assistance. In healthcare and…
Central Ohio Measles Outbreak Continues to Grow: As of Dec. 16, Columbus Public Health is reporting the current measles outbreak centered in Columbus now includes 77 cases. Most of the reported cases,…
Holiday Test Kit Distribution: Are you interested in COVID-19 testing prior to hosting or attending a holiday gathering? The Union County Health Department is offering a holiday COVID-19 test kit distribution….
New Omicron Specific COVID Boosters Are Here: We just received our shipment of updated bivalent COVID-19 boosters. This updated booster is recommended for people age 12 and older who completed…
On Aug. 31 the FDA authorized updated COVID-19 booster shots in advance of the fall. We cannot start administering these new boosters until the CDC issues recommendations for who should receive…
Sept. 2 Last Day to Order Free Test Kits from Federal Government The US covid.gov website will no longer take orders for free COVID test kits as of Sept. 2….
Community COVID Level Remains High: COVID disease activity continues to remain at an increased level compared to the low level of disease activity experienced over the Spring and early summer….