Health Department

COLE COUNTY COVID-19 CASE COUNT
Total Cases
Total Recovered
Total Deaths
14
2
0
Total cases will be updated at 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., each day.
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:


Cole County Health Department Orders:

The Cole County Health Department is the lead agency for the COVID-19 health issue for Cole County. As of 3-27-2020, one (1) new order was signed by Kristi Campbell, director of the Cole County Health Department. To date, there are a total of three (3) orders in effect.
Please see the orders below.

Cole County Health Department Technical Advisory:

Please share: The Cole County Health Department wants to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within our county while enabling essential services to continue. CCHD has issued a Technical Advisory pertaining to COVID-19 as needed to address issues related to this rapidly changing situation. Technical Advisory #2 was issued on 3-23-2020.
Missouri 24 hour hotline: 877-435-8411
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) activated a statewide public hotline for citizens or providers needing guidance regarding COVID-19. The hotline is being operated by medical professionals and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What To Do If You Are Sick With COVID-19

  • Call your doctor if you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms. DO NOT go to the Hospital Emergency Room unless you need to seek prompt medical attention for worsening symptoms (e.g., difficulty breathing).
  • If you have a medical emergency and need to call 911, notify the dispatch personnel that you have, or are being evaluated for COVID-19.  
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Testing Information


  • Cole County Health Department Does Not provide testing for COVID-19.
  • Call your doctor or 877-435-8411 for testing information.

How To Protect Yourself

  • Know how COVID-19 spreads.
  • Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water is not available.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
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