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March 25, 2020
Dear residents,
In a social media world and in a state of heightened anxiety, it is very easy for rumors, partial truths, or even outright falsehoods to spread quickly and pervasively. Thank you for taking the time to seek out information from the Lake County Health Department; for sharing these messages with others; and for heeding the Governor's 'Stay at Home' order and doing your part to help us slow the spread of COVID-19.
We hope you will find this edition of our newsletter useful—from a new interactive dashboard where you can see how COVID-19 is impacting our communities, the simple guide on the 'Do's and Don'ts of Social Distancing', and a short video from a Health Department counselor to help your family cope with the stress you may be feeling due to the pandemic.
Lake County COVID-19 Cases
As of March 25, 2020, at 1 p.m., 135 Lake County residents have tested positive for COVID-19.
Multiple cases have been identified at two long-term care facilities in Lake County. Three staff at a long-term care facility in Lincolnshire and three residents of a long-term care facility in Lake Zurich have tested positive for COVID-19. The Health Department's Communicable Disease team is working closely with these facilities to monitor the health of staff and residents who may have been exposed to the virus. Learn more here.
Lake County COVID-19 Dashboard
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Today, the Health Department launched an interactive dashboard to show the total number of people in Lake County who have tested positive for COVID-19, including a map that shows the distribution of reported cases by municipality. The dashboard will be updated daily.
View the dashboard
Note: The dashboard is currently best viewed on a computer and is not available to view on Internet Explorer. For the best viewing experience, please try a different browser.
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What Does the Stay at Home Order Mean for You?
On Friday, March 20, Governor Pritzker issued an Executive Order requiring all Illinoisans to stay in their homes to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. While Lake County residents can still go to grocery stores, put gas in their cars, take walks outside, make pharmacy runs, visit healthcare facilities, and get food for take-out and delivery, it is important for people to stay home and to cease all non-essential personal and business activities.
We understand you might have questions as to what this means for you. View answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Stay at Home Order. Also available in Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Polish, and Arabic.
 Social distancing is a set of actions you can take to avoid close contact with others to prevent the spread of illnesses like COVID‐19.
These do’s and don’ts can help stop the spread of COVID-19 in our community. Please DO your part and DON’T ignore these social distancing recommendations.
During this time of uncertainty, it is important to practice calmness, compassion, and control. Watch this video to learn important tips for you and your family during this unprecedented time.
Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations.
If you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others call:
- 911; or
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746. (TTY 1-800-846-8517)
Illinois COVID-19 Hotline
Do you have questions? The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has established a COVID-19 hotline and email address to answer questions from the public:
For additional information from the IDPH, visit: http://www.dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/diseases-a-z-list/coronavirus
Ask Your COVID-19 Questions
 We want to make sure you have the information you need to stay healthy and safe. Email your questions to COVID19@lakecountyil.gov and we will answer the top ten frequently asked questions every week.
Please note, this email will not be used to provide medical advice or information on people who have tested positive for COVID-19. If you have personal medical questions, please contact your healthcare provider. This email is not monitored 24/7.
Information for Specific Groups
Protect yourself and your community from getting and spreading respiratory illnesses like COVID-19.
We've started weekly conference calls to provide COVID-19 updates to our community, including:
- Businesses and Employers
- Municipal Leaders
- Faith-base Organizations
Stay up to date and listen to the conference calls
Communication Resources
We need your help to keep our communities healthy and safe. The Lake County Health Department, Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offer free resources including fact sheets, flyers, posters, and videos.
View communication resources
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