Health Department update on local testing for COVID, survey

Gov. Mike Parson has extended his Phase One Public Health Order until June 15. Daviess County Health Department will continue to follow the guidelines set forth by Gov. Parson on May 4. To see all the guidelines, visit Showmestrong.mo.gov or Daviesshealthonline.com.
The governor and Dr. Randall Williams are highly recommending COVID-19 testing in all areas. In our area drive-through testing has been offered in Harrison County and Grundy County. Both counties were able to partner with hospitals in their respective areas.
Harrison County completed 145 COVID-19 nasal swabs with no positives. The results of Grundy counties test have not come in yet, but they tested 137 people in the surrounding area.
Daviess County Health Department currently has a survey on its Facebook page regarding testing and inquiring if it is of interest to our community. With limited funding and not wanting to duplicate services, the health department is trying to determine what would best serve the county by getting a general “feel” of people’s priorities for their health at this time. Please take the opportunity to voice your opinion. The survey will remain on the Facebook page until June 8.
The survey asks if you are interested in the COVID-19 nasal test or antibody testing now, later, or not at all. If you don’t have access to Facebook, call the health department at 660-663-2414.
Specifically, the survey reads:
Please reply with one of the following options.
1. I am interested in COVID-19 testing for current infection.
2. I am interested in COVID-19 antibody testing to show immunity.
3. I am not interested in any type of testing.
4. I am not interested in testing at this time, but may be interested in antibody testing at a later date.
A follow-up report regarding the COVID-19 testing will be written by the Health Department after the survey numbers are compiled.
Social distancing, good handwashing, and the use of face coverings in public are still needed to slow the spread of COVID-19. If a person is sick, health officials advise staying home except to seek medical care.
Feel free to call the health department if you have any questions or concerns at 660-663-2414.