TESTING UPDATE |
Lane County has twelve (12) positive COVID-19 test results and one suspected COVID-19 death (1) as of 0800 on March 30. A total of 549 tests have been conducted for Lane County residents.*
*Please note: this number is likely below the actual number of tests conducted. Private labs are processing tests from Lane County residents and there is variability in reporting of negative results. Lane County Public Health is being notified of any positive test results.
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DAILY KEY MESSAGES |
On Saturday, March 27, Lane County Public Health announced a location for possible public exposure to COVID-19. The possible exposure was identified as taking place on March 11 at First Christian Church’s Interfaith Prayer Service (1166 Oak Street, Eugene). This was the last service conducted at First Christian Church.
Lane County Public Health asks that individuals who were present at this location at the identified time call Lane County Public Health at 541-682-1380 ONLY IF they have developed symptoms of COVID-19 since the date of possible exposure. The 14-day quarantine period from the date of possible exposure has passed, so non-symptomatic people who attended the Interfaith Prayer Service on March 11 are not being asked to self-quarantine.
Please note: Lane County is holding virtual-only press conferences. The press conferences will livestream on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LaneCountyGovernment. |
PREVENTION INFORMATION |
Stay home. Save lives.
Effective on March 24, 2020, Oregon Governor Kate Brown is requiring people to stay home except for essential needs. The intent of Executive Order 20-12 is to ensure the maximum number of people self-isolate in their places of residence to the maximum extent feasible.
We encourage everyone to make use of technology (FaceTime, video calls, and other tools) to stay in touch with loved ones. Isolation can be unhealthy, especially for elderly community members who live alone. Staying in touch can help people remain connected to their loved ones and their communities.
We recommend all residents take everyday precautions to prevent the spread of respiratory illness, including while they are at home:
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