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News Release
Lane County Public Health COVID-19 Update -- March 31 (10:30 a.m. virtual press conference) - 03/31/20

TESTING UPDATE

Lane County has eighteen (18) positive COVID-19 test results and one suspected COVID-19 death (1) as of 0800 on March 31. A total of 577 tests have been conducted for Lane County residents.*

 

A male in his 80s from a private residence in Eugene-Springfield is currently hospitalized in the Intensive Care Unit.

 

A male in his 50s from a private residence in Eugene-Springfield is currently at home and medically stable. His case is thought to be travel related.

 

*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.

 

 

DAILY KEY MESSAGES

For most people, a crisis like what we’re facing now brings out the best in people and drives us to help our neighbors and put our community first. Unfortunately there are some people that use this as an opportunity to victimize others.

 

There are a few categories of scams that people should be on the look-out for: miracle cure scams, personal protective equipment scams, and financial scams.

  • MIRACLE CURE SCAMS
    • Ignore online offers for vaccinations, home test kits or treatments for COVID-19. Scammers are trying to get you to buy products that aren’t proven to treat or prevent the virus — online or in stores. At this time, there also are no FDA-authorized home test kits for the Coronavirus.
  • PPE  SCAMS
    • Know who you’re buying from. Online sellers may claim to have in-demand products, like cleaning, household, and health and medical supplies when, in fact, they don’t.
    • Read the seller’s description of the product closely, especially the fine print. Name-brand items with bargain basement prices could be counterfeits, and “similar to” could mean that the personal protective equipment they are selling doesn’t really work.
  • FINANCIAL SCAMS
    • Do your homework when it comes to donations, whether through charities or crowdfunding sites. Don’t let anyone rush you into making a donation. If someone wants donations in cash, by gift card, or by wiring money, don’t do it.
    • Don’t respond to texts and emails about checks from the government. The details are still being worked out.
    • The government will not ask you to pay anything up front to get money. No fees. No charges. No nothing.
    • The government will not call to ask for your Social Security number, bank account, or credit card number. Anyone who does is a scammer.
    • ANYONE WHO TELLS YOU THEY CAN GET YOU THE MONEY NOW IS A SCAMMER.
  • There are a few other precautions we can all take to avoid becoming victims of scammers:
    • Don’t click on links from sources you don’t know. They could download viruses onto your computer or device.
    • Fact-check information. Scammers, and sometimes well-meaning people, share information that hasn’t been verified. Before you pass on any messages, review trusted sources, including information and websites from federal, state and local government agencies.

 

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.

Vulnerable populations, including the elderly and those with underlying health conditions, must stay home. All community members should stay home except to perform essential duties for business continuity or government functions, to get food, care for a relative or friend, get necessary health care, or perform activities related to maintaining a healthy lifestyle during this time.

It is okay to go outside for walks if you are not in a group and practice proper social distancing. It is not okay to travel to another community, including the Oregon Coast, in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The Executive Order is in effect until terminated by the Governor.

 

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:

  • Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue and then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces that are often touched.
  • Take care of your health overall. Staying current on your vaccinations (including the flu vaccine), eating well and exercising all help your body stay resilient.

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