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COVID-19 Testing Results Update for Kitsap County as of 2 p.m. Aug. 24
* DATA UPDATE: Due to technical issues, the state Department of Health has been unable to provide consistent updates on negative COVID-19 test results. This issue is affecting our ability to update total negative tests and the percentage of total tests that are positive for Kitsap County. It does not affect our ability to report positive cases.
St. Michael Medical Center update
Kitsap Public Health provided an updated case count and timeline today for the COVID-19 outbreak at St. Michael Medical Center in Bremerton. The Health District continues to work closely with the hospital and the state Department of Health to prevent additional illnesses. Daily updates will be posted on the Health District's website.
Don't delay getting tested for COVID-19
Get tested as soon as possible if you start feeling sick. It is easy to ignore mild symptoms, but recognizing possible infection, getting tested and staying isolated while awaiting results are critical to slowing the spread of COVID-19. Make it clear to your healthcare provider that you have COVID-19 symptoms, and in accordance with state and local recommendations, you are requesting to be tested as soon as possible.
COVID-19 information by phone
If you have questions about what is happening in Washington, or how the virus is spread, please call 1-800-525-0127 and press # from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. Please note that this call center cannot access COVID-19 testing results. For testing inquiries or results, please contact your health care provider.
You can also text the word “Coronavirus” to 211211 to receive information and updates wherever you are. You will receive links to the latest information on COVID-19, including county-level updates, and resources for families, businesses, students, and more.
Call 911 only for life-threatening emergencies. Emergency response is available 24/7.
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