As vaccine distribution rolls out across KC region, local public health departments urge patience
January 21, 2021 | Posted in Public Health
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The region’s public health directors have issued the following joint statement on vaccine availability in the Kansas City metropolitan region.

Help slow the spread of COVID-19 and preserve hospital capacity
November 6, 2020 | Posted in Public Health
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Public health departments have been working with our metro’s hospital systems in strong collaboration since COVID-19 entered our region. We have appreciated this partnership which is imperative for a safe and health community.

Regional public health experts urge anyone exposed to COVID-19 to get tested, regardless of symptoms
September 3, 2020 | Posted in Public Health
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Local guidelines continue to support testing all possible close contacts

Regional public health directors and hospitals urge use of face masks
June 26, 2020 | Posted in Public Health
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Strong science emerging on effectiveness of masks

Statement from Local Public Health Departments regarding COVID-19 preparedness planning
February 25, 2020 | Posted in Public Health
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Local public health departments have been preparing for a widespread outbreak for a long time.