Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Monday.

●Another member of our community has lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Friday.

●There have been 28 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 25 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 783 cases.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PsKp7c_hlvZzAgjX9d1Thc-_GziThNreQm-sDVmQDz0y0SAdy8pFJuMr_pSrc9yqXQlfKZX2MZs7GcRan3lV-ec5fjGYZ9eot-g5u_UarNe-&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PizdHmvMe6GsuD5iEm892ccdjmZ6NM8GhKdp1bsPCM-1LRcM-UmLBxlUUgSBTBeKwii83cTiCGi3hTChekSYe0kjtHUTjn7n1dHN05sotvHOAsULS9wBZJngYCxnKV50BKtJw2nTMSUn&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a>

<a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>

The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:

●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PhZZnA91hfSgYL5r4P8Mev7ja0ygU2sNREFcp689LgNuHIuDkC0zubmyXb3JFOqoC4sCE6bVxqzWCOsbqFHah1NKZ9FT7sSn1pY3BsYYXMzXXLNa62QUSu4=&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PnzWsF8lfOPEOorUVHVZCw5ir5sLJTN3-ESZI0nHWonWHQ0OTTY69QZlBs4I9A7uh3FXWq8iUXMQOFj3knUmBqayCjDjwui15A==&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.

●Maintain at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and those with whom you do not live.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PnzWsF8lfOPEanUwBSSQQ-A-DhA81L31A_Wb3VTJ8nANvNatCnVUse3eFjn_2yHqjTQ6ZMTTxsU_le5JBdMsjVE_L6qlLLj1tuUvy-J52Zshz_5sWXV0hrEQ_lYupxzIlbYfTIjxmt5ilPtwpVFvC1JvUzfkOutUZCKxDrtJtCVp&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Monday.●Another member of our community has lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Friday.●There have been 28 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 25 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 783 cases.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PsKp7c_hlvZzAgjX9d1Thc-_GziThNreQm-sDVmQDz0y0SAdy8pFJuMr_pSrc9yqXQlfKZX2MZs7GcRan3lV-ec5fjGYZ9eot-g5u_UarNe-&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PizdHmvMe6GsuD5iEm892ccdjmZ6NM8GhKdp1bsPCM-1LRcM-UmLBxlUUgSBTBeKwii83cTiCGi3hTChekSYe0kjtHUTjn7n1dHN05sotvHOAsULS9wBZJngYCxnKV50BKtJw2nTMSUn&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PhZZnA91hfSgYL5r4P8Mev7ja0ygU2sNREFcp689LgNuHIuDkC0zubmyXb3JFOqoC4sCE6bVxqzWCOsbqFHah1NKZ9FT7sSn1pY3BsYYXMzXXLNa62QUSu4=&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PnzWsF8lfOPEOorUVHVZCw5ir5sLJTN3-ESZI0nHWonWHQ0OTTY69QZlBs4I9A7uh3FXWq8iUXMQOFj3knUmBqayCjDjwui15A==&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e4ok4WOIEqFi-X2WSNs04CkDyyo_T2i3Pu5ZqGLRWnd7gsH7KNe3PnzWsF8lfOPEanUwBSSQQ-A-DhA81L31A_Wb3VTJ8nANvNatCnVUse3eFjn_2yHqjTQ6ZMTTxsU_le5JBdMsjVE_L6qlLLj1tuUvy-J52Zshz_5sWXV0hrEQ_lYupxzIlbYfTIjxmt5ilPtwpVFvC1JvUzfkOutUZCKxDrtJtCVp&amp;c=jExx-IY7rmAAaPgXljTlbS81Ho2_POOYO4JOyIhCX5zcpyeyjHHSAA==&amp;ch=sJPXsKHN7js8eYjHJjp0y-OvAXsTdLi-rsC4bzNIUgfChfg_GhqBpw==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 1 additional death, 28 new COVID-19 cases

Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Friday.

●One additional member of our community have lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Wednesday.

●There have been 54 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 22 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 802 patients with issues related to COVID-19.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG38Sp9Xj8aSGMWq5cifMSG1_qr7Q_lK7mCI_Ogxqnzr3qB_o32CrCgnUe2LL5hC0uU56f8daHbcGUHM7riFDnbEcqh_pcYzpUoW8JPurOgiU&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG4oZzE9HkmsS0jeOkBPVjyoHYxZ3VGLRXpC9aa-dePKHlGn-YGUchSYsS5thCxzB_dANpylSJ7YHfZLHto4vVpbt6uRpuSh7adL-72bNL4jYX8KvPKqmzinf2DyasLjNft4eRtzp-Mia&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG8e25DQ9pfFrr_sY-fUDolFodiQ4guvUfRS3HRto9HcsqLRV289BngnXEtLwBqL3u-S93L73XtV1Efmlj60YNHoLECdJYhZRsuYBFHwukfXuOHqmmmviO4psVHzqWY6v3UngBcDQrC41&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

EDITOR'S NOTE: With everything that was going on Wednesday with the weather, we did not get the Saline County Health Department's Wednesday COVID-19 update posted. Following are the graphics for the Wednesday update.

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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Friday.●One additional member of our community have lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Wednesday.●There have been 54 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 22 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 802 patients with issues related to COVID-19.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG38Sp9Xj8aSGMWq5cifMSG1_qr7Q_lK7mCI_Ogxqnzr3qB_o32CrCgnUe2LL5hC0uU56f8daHbcGUHM7riFDnbEcqh_pcYzpUoW8JPurOgiU&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG4oZzE9HkmsS0jeOkBPVjyoHYxZ3VGLRXpC9aa-dePKHlGn-YGUchSYsS5thCxzB_dANpylSJ7YHfZLHto4vVpbt6uRpuSh7adL-72bNL4jYX8KvPKqmzinf2DyasLjNft4eRtzp-Mia&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG8e25DQ9pfFrr_sY-fUDolFodiQ4guvUfRS3HRto9HcsqLRV289BngnXEtLwBqL3u-S93L73XtV1Efmlj60YNHoLECdJYhZRsuYBFHwukfXuOHqmmmviO4psVHzqWY6v3UngBcDQrC41&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

EDITOR'S NOTE: With everything that was going on Wednesday with the weather, we did not get the Saline County Health Department's Wednesday COVID-19 update posted. Following are the graphics for the Wednesday update.<figure>
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Saline County: One additional death; 54 new COVID-19 cases

●There have been 50 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 784 cases.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pOs6J0VdICWmEG0lRk_qKNkSM9pSiL3G1Dg0fGFJCssXsb_mr5NZhwx7Oy13A188mk8YNCebCiBS5D0RQ_6bus6fDCn6HnjMxV2AfP7JUrhD&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pDJ-3BxPtSIFtPNMDM0vXp9uWfEbkmEst1QEYHWoSzTYrZZcE1h74gtP6exZEbNeKHv6aCiq0lgzPuce4FFSe9ls5NflKhaED3eXEuaRqeNK7QxhNW7Y2b0dOIJB_TKWfjsRS7COATL-&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pLJOgG0v-_uCLyqVjSVtonsNpvCxutSibipCmTWXg5UvU3qAICYClcxqxyCcuWSgTdS8HDohER6zbETTnz0--BfilM3RxMfDuHI_Yxq7jnbOyAPSYRvRO48=&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pGI5ccgLhILtifT5jqY6ld12Job2XqymKJFzEsMQGfX3isSFg5m1sEF8oL2i-jlQIEbOKZQIwbr2eBm-FSGItuUqIPTumQ9hrQ==&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Maintain at least6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pGI5ccgLhILtCzAIkQIRXtHBhPLLFP4M_7dFv5wL_lLstt4blQyFazCCWcxS_2U025i_Qx0t4d6j_qHbiRRCCxXAwAs-1tKZ8QI51KZUjFnFycNRKcAmxNhn-LhN11CEg5DsfHRbciUAfTb7t4YuRpggkUA8iW50Eq9b2NTPmVzR&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Monday.●Another member of our community has lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Friday.●There have been 50 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 22 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 784 cases.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pOs6J0VdICWmEG0lRk_qKNkSM9pSiL3G1Dg0fGFJCssXsb_mr5NZhwx7Oy13A188mk8YNCebCiBS5D0RQ_6bus6fDCn6HnjMxV2AfP7JUrhD&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pDJ-3BxPtSIFtPNMDM0vXp9uWfEbkmEst1QEYHWoSzTYrZZcE1h74gtP6exZEbNeKHv6aCiq0lgzPuce4FFSe9ls5NflKhaED3eXEuaRqeNK7QxhNW7Y2b0dOIJB_TKWfjsRS7COATL-&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pLJOgG0v-_uCLyqVjSVtonsNpvCxutSibipCmTWXg5UvU3qAICYClcxqxyCcuWSgTdS8HDohER6zbETTnz0--BfilM3RxMfDuHI_Yxq7jnbOyAPSYRvRO48=&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pGI5ccgLhILtifT5jqY6ld12Job2XqymKJFzEsMQGfX3isSFg5m1sEF8oL2i-jlQIEbOKZQIwbr2eBm-FSGItuUqIPTumQ9hrQ==&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001e-e4bNc17_ecvj_HznyMRn4LdbUs65qdu6qXcoXu55Yf3ipqtfc4pGI5ccgLhILtCzAIkQIRXtHBhPLLFP4M_7dFv5wL_lLstt4blQyFazCCWcxS_2U025i_Qx0t4d6j_qHbiRRCCxXAwAs-1tKZ8QI51KZUjFnFycNRKcAmxNhn-LhN11CEg5DsfHRbciUAfTb7t4YuRpggkUA8iW50Eq9b2NTPmVzR&amp;c=OfQMXWvyuf7xE5ONGmBcODWO0_yKxApUJmsG2WvEMj7FZ4WREfKO2w==&amp;ch=VErykRVg0CammV8ehIfwnGYTxAvyp9h4uaEYQZ3GWtd9cRQwVCnNow==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 1 additional death; 50 new COVID-19 cases

Contact tracers at the Saline County Health Department have identified some clusters of new COVID cases related to the Thanksgiving holiday; however, due to the drastic sudden increase in cases, many investigations have been routed to KDHE.

●Two additional members of our community have lost their lives to COVID-19 since our last update on Wednesday.

●There have been 83 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 29 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 777 patients with issues related to COVID-19.

<figure>
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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Friday.Contact tracers at the Saline County Health Department have identified some clusters of new COVID cases related to the Thanksgiving holiday; however, due to the drastic sudden increase in cases, many investigations have been routed to KDHE. ●Two additional members of our community have lost their lives to COVID-19 since our last update on Wednesday.●There have been 83 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 29 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 777 patients with issues related to COVID-19.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG38Sp9Xj8aSGMWq5cifMSG1_qr7Q_lK7mCI_Ogxqnzr3qB_o32CrCgnUe2LL5hC0uU56f8daHbcGUHM7riFDnbEcqh_pcYzpUoW8JPurOgiU&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG4oZzE9HkmsS0jeOkBPVjyoHYxZ3VGLRXpC9aa-dePKHlGn-YGUchSYsS5thCxzB_dANpylSJ7YHfZLHto4vVpbt6uRpuSh7adL-72bNL4jYX8KvPKqmzinf2DyasLjNft4eRtzp-Mia&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG8e25DQ9pfFrr_sY-fUDolFodiQ4guvUfRS3HRto9HcsqLRV289BngnXEtLwBqL3u-S93L73XtV1Efmlj60YNHoLECdJYhZRsuYBFHwukfXuOHqmmmviO4psVHzqWY6v3UngBcDQrC41&amp;c=cldnUN_q6Mri0XE4hi-mmisLVeffh0lTt2sSJ6WE0lC56y3FZcSTmw==&amp;ch=gYO5ZcqUG6i6cmuodcCj32Rpt-qfjgzdZenGhOLVNvkhvJ1d7FtyKw==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

Saline County: Two additional deaths, 83 new COVID-19 cases

OCCK, Inc. today announced its participation in the KDHE Community COVID Testing Program.

By partnering with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and their Community Volunteer Testing Program, OCCK will provide access to no-cost COVID rapid testing resources for our neighbors, customers, and communities.&nbsp; KDHE provides the testing supplies and equipment and OCCK provides the personnel and coordination.&nbsp; No-cost testing for the public will be available in salina, Abilene, Concordia, and Beloit.&nbsp;

“By offering the COVID testing in these rural communities, we will cut down on travel time for people, and that’s huge,” said Kendra Krier, regional manager for OCCK, Inc.&nbsp; “We understand the need for making testing accessible on a larger scale and we’re happy to help in any way we can.”

Testing is available by appointment only.&nbsp; No walk-in testing requests are accepted.&nbsp; You can visit the KDHE website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/" target="_blank">www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov</a>&nbsp;for information on the type of testing and how to contact us to make an appointment. Or you can call OCCK at (785) 827-9383 or (800) 526-9731 to schedule your appointment.

●Testing is drive up and rapid testing only.&nbsp; Staff will supervise your self-collection and will give you further instructions on how to get your results.

●Testing is at no charge to the individual.&nbsp; We will not be collecting any funds or insurance information for this service.

●At this time, this testing is not available for serial testing, or those required for employment on a regular basis.&nbsp;

For additional questions about this new program, please contact Leslie Webb, OCCK’s Risk Manager and the Acting Program Administrator and KDHE liaison.

OCCK, Inc. today announced its participation in the KDHE Community COVID Testing Program.By partnering with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and their Community Volunteer Testing Program, OCCK will provide access to no-cost COVID rapid testing resources for our neighbors, customers, and communities.&nbsp; KDHE provides the testing supplies and equipment and OCCK provides the personnel and coordination.&nbsp; No-cost testing for the public will be available in salina, Abilene, Concordia, and Beloit.&nbsp;“By offering the COVID testing in these rural communities, we will cut down on travel time for people, and that’s huge,” said Kendra Krier, regional manager for OCCK, Inc.&nbsp; “We understand the need for making testing accessible on a larger scale and we’re happy to help in any way we can.”Testing is available by appointment only.&nbsp; No walk-in testing requests are accepted.&nbsp; You can visit the KDHE website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/" target="_blank">www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov</a>&nbsp;for information on the type of testing and how to contact us to make an appointment. Or you can call OCCK at (785) 827-9383 or (800) 526-9731 to schedule your appointment.What you need to know about testing:●Testing is by appointment only.●Testing is drive up and rapid testing only.&nbsp; Staff will supervise your self-collection and will give you further instructions on how to get your results.●Testing is at no charge to the individual.&nbsp; We will not be collecting any funds or insurance information for this service.●At this time, this testing is not available for serial testing, or those required for employment on a regular basis.&nbsp;For additional questions about this new program, please contact Leslie Webb, OCCK’s Risk Manager and the Acting Program Administrator and KDHE liaison.

OCCK now offering COVID rapid antigen testing to public

Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Wednesday.

●Three additional members of our community have lost their lives to COVID-19 since our last update on Monday.

●There have been 78 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 23 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 752 patients with issues related to COVID-19.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG38Sp9Xj8aSGMWq5cifMSG1_qr7Q_lK7mCI_Ogxqnzr3qB_o32CrCgnUe2LL5hC0uU56f8daHbcGUHM7riFDnbEcqh_pcYzpUoW8JPurOgiU&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG4oZzE9HkmsS0jeOkBPVjyoHYxZ3VGLRXpC9aa-dePKHlGn-YGUchSYsS5thCxzB_dANpylSJ7YHfZLHto4vVpbt6uRpuSh7adL-72bNL4jYX8KvPKqmzinf2DyasLjNft4eRtzp-Mia&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG8e25DQ9pfFrr_sY-fUDolFodiQ4guvUfRS3HRto9HcsqLRV289BngnXEtLwBqL3u-S93L73XtV1Efmlj60YNHoLECdJYhZRsuYBFHwukfXuOHqmmmviO4psVHzqWY6v3UngBcDQrC41&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

COVID vaccination update for Saline County

●An additional 277 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, an increase of .5 percent.

●A total of 28,239 residents of Saline County have been vaccinated, accounting for 52.1 percent of the total population.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG4zjfYVKtFYs_Q_831t81w1RSC2B6uifpDvzlnH7m2GpxhB_WvPQv9ZKjx0rrcANQ1F0qvaz6o7hwKuZhUrIEEpg39mY_v5Ww5AFlyLXPyyxu_OUzrJ25iE=&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG5_-QXSsUEBYOwtgU8iqVW5baBqldAcb1T86oO3BFrywD1Sy75uBg94F-hdv4-Bj5u7ll3T5WvS4QrLduExJR7z5lJ4uAPJrgA==&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG5_-QXSsUEBYoh9gcJ3LJ7h34r0oHUssCrS8j9aOskjfiWDtxWLsKjvwX4fUy0C7zi58n8aFiUwEJOSKI3q5wTE9rPUdMy3li7l57To0w01cVKPSI6O1MqV_LrYtk3M4SA9Mst6ZAnlrcAb7DGK7X3EE7Nyw8asTKelSWv07VzGe&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/12/1639003640255.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Wednesday.●Three additional members of our community have lost their lives to COVID-19 since our last update on Monday.●There have been 78 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 23 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 752 patients with issues related to COVID-19.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG38Sp9Xj8aSGMWq5cifMSG1_qr7Q_lK7mCI_Ogxqnzr3qB_o32CrCgnUe2LL5hC0uU56f8daHbcGUHM7riFDnbEcqh_pcYzpUoW8JPurOgiU&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG4oZzE9HkmsS0jeOkBPVjyoHYxZ3VGLRXpC9aa-dePKHlGn-YGUchSYsS5thCxzB_dANpylSJ7YHfZLHto4vVpbt6uRpuSh7adL-72bNL4jYX8KvPKqmzinf2DyasLjNft4eRtzp-Mia&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG8e25DQ9pfFrr_sY-fUDolFodiQ4guvUfRS3HRto9HcsqLRV289BngnXEtLwBqL3u-S93L73XtV1Efmlj60YNHoLECdJYhZRsuYBFHwukfXuOHqmmmviO4psVHzqWY6v3UngBcDQrC41&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/12/1639003620424.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>COVID vaccination update for Saline County ●An additional 277 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, an increase of .5 percent.●A total of 28,239 residents of Saline County have been vaccinated, accounting for 52.1 percent of the total population.<a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG4zjfYVKtFYs_Q_831t81w1RSC2B6uifpDvzlnH7m2GpxhB_WvPQv9ZKjx0rrcANQ1F0qvaz6o7hwKuZhUrIEEpg39mY_v5Ww5AFlyLXPyyxu_OUzrJ25iE=&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG5_-QXSsUEBYOwtgU8iqVW5baBqldAcb1T86oO3BFrywD1Sy75uBg94F-hdv4-Bj5u7ll3T5WvS4QrLduExJR7z5lJ4uAPJrgA==&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00193jW1frl-ZG7iiTWDHjvrKsddV_MrJ7DWWnVzdpUYTbugFPtDx9BG5_-QXSsUEBYoh9gcJ3LJ7h34r0oHUssCrS8j9aOskjfiWDtxWLsKjvwX4fUy0C7zi58n8aFiUwEJOSKI3q5wTE9rPUdMy3li7l57To0w01cVKPSI6O1MqV_LrYtk3M4SA9Mst6ZAnlrcAb7DGK7X3EE7Nyw8asTKelSWv07VzGe&amp;c=y-Qrojbkp1-DzGykZKKFxP-CW1xnSYNzWX8r53B-PF5YgB2OIKYWDg==&amp;ch=by7hHFkgb5l4-6EScb4s1-tu01YHvnnldDAQiwJT6QN5-q3yifRVzw==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 3 additional deaths; 78 new COVID-19 cases

Moderna and Johnson &amp; Johnson vaccinations for first, second, or booster doses for persons 18 years or older, will be available at Saline County Health Department on Dec. 16 by appointment only.

Call 785-826-6602 for an appointment.

Please bring your COVID vaccination card and insurance if applicable.

Moderna and Johnson &amp; Johnson vaccinations for first, second, or booster doses for persons 18 years or older, will be available at Saline County Health Department on Dec. 16 by appointment only. Call 785-826-6602 for an appointment. Please bring your COVID vaccination card and insurance if applicable.

Saline Co. Health Dept. taking COVID vax appointments

Following is the Saline County COVID-19 update for Monday.

●There have been 65 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 21 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 712 cases.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBNubbSOU3JS-wWnGi47FUzbTT0lEFaenF4FVKQGSYVJj_3UzxNd4BhHB11fUzgkybmUS3dqRo2sjfd3090YZyCQA0r5-vmkV4_qJqh9v5oI3&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBFHg6sb2BQxtI3YOVZViN8-uY2QErJfpe0ZwkcnVNIVBAyOChUsP8HkfxZOaQJxqkIgtyXScPghL7sQnRvc0vKs-zLJCI4L_pAQ10HA682LWRsUjMtCnwi3CJr-43B9QJ24Ku1xIggRE&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBEgFxe6qsRjoriJNzgBbzK-hOjCrWHO71ja1hTtkw_PSWsQN8gjoxvR4EY_vZs6Pn5bmxc9ZkT1NjRuinOT0B8rwL7cOoh47gbqTmmwlwGbFqrQ-a1eqnWc=&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBPxpNT3V-bf7Fner_aLFQWDMKGxuIUz692o6WidY066cT04CKHug2oke61pBQwDoZEdlMCdxcc5sdITru_5OR2StGnNokfzwNA==&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>or contact your local medical provider.

●Maintain at least 6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBPxpNT3V-bf7HPFOAxKmHCFFeJHpuABFMWev8p06eV2DjWvzpjjfPcp08mp1C_biB0cN3FqErGc57Z3mNJziw4WauNunSiRjYxFf2LIRWrhn47QrBcJ4C7zI7ct9Wrb3-EfX2MItsCp6R34CMBNw9JiUVZIaBte0iYXMD2mefYY8&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Following is the Saline County COVID-19 update for Monday.●There have been 65 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 21 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 712 cases.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBNubbSOU3JS-wWnGi47FUzbTT0lEFaenF4FVKQGSYVJj_3UzxNd4BhHB11fUzgkybmUS3dqRo2sjfd3090YZyCQA0r5-vmkV4_qJqh9v5oI3&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBFHg6sb2BQxtI3YOVZViN8-uY2QErJfpe0ZwkcnVNIVBAyOChUsP8HkfxZOaQJxqkIgtyXScPghL7sQnRvc0vKs-zLJCI4L_pAQ10HA682LWRsUjMtCnwi3CJr-43B9QJ24Ku1xIggRE&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBEgFxe6qsRjoriJNzgBbzK-hOjCrWHO71ja1hTtkw_PSWsQN8gjoxvR4EY_vZs6Pn5bmxc9ZkT1NjRuinOT0B8rwL7cOoh47gbqTmmwlwGbFqrQ-a1eqnWc=&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBPxpNT3V-bf7Fner_aLFQWDMKGxuIUz692o6WidY066cT04CKHug2oke61pBQwDoZEdlMCdxcc5sdITru_5OR2StGnNokfzwNA==&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least 6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010jsVUV7XG5AJKfrKXEUEPUdP-GeT6h5qVWrih-m9w7pljr2O8sZSBPxpNT3V-bf7HPFOAxKmHCFFeJHpuABFMWev8p06eV2DjWvzpjjfPcp08mp1C_biB0cN3FqErGc57Z3mNJziw4WauNunSiRjYxFf2LIRWrhn47QrBcJ4C7zI7ct9Wrb3-EfX2MItsCp6R34CMBNw9JiUVZIaBte0iYXMD2mefYY8&amp;c=TDyDS6tE66GkmuFsmf6zsOJVtwZ8AwxybHicqEuXsOXlXNc3Tj5PIA==&amp;ch=ZsicoVykq7GXoQtbRnejsnTpJgRmZy24QEdY2Ub1upYyEPwE7R_LkA==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 65 new COVID-19 cases; 8,575 of 9,460 recovered

Following is the Saline County COVID-19 report for November 2021.

During the month of November, 690 cases of COVID-19 were reported to the Saline County Health Department. Of those cases, 549 were unvaccinated, accounting for 79.5 percent of the total cases.

During the month of November, eight residents of Saline County lost their lives to COVID-19. In the same month, Salina Regional Health Center reported six in-hospital deaths due to COVID-19.

In a hospital setting, the process of determining a person's cause of death is fairly simple. Outside of the hospital, the Saline County Health Officer and County Coroner use all the facts available to determine if a death is due to COVID. The deceased whose deaths are due to accidents or other issues unrelated to COVID may be tracked as positive cases for the purpose of contact tracing, but not included in death totals.Data continues to suggest that those who are fully vaccinated have a lower chance of hospitalization and/or death from COVID.

The Salina Regional Health Center reports all in-hospital deaths due to COVID, including those of people who lived outside of Saline County at the time of their death. While non-resident deaths are not reflected in the information released from the Saline County Health Department, it is important to note, resources at the hospital are impacted by every patient.&nbsp;&nbsp;

According to the Salina Regional Health Center, 63 people were admitted to the hospital for symptoms related to COVID-19. Of these, 43 patients were unvaccinated.

Since mid-July, the hospital has had 248 new admissions; approximately 78% of those were unvaccinated. There were also 45 hospital deaths, of which 78% were unvaccinated.

These numbers place Saline County on par with the rest of the country. Nationwide, approximately 80% of hospitalizations and deaths have been in unvaccinated individuals since vaccines were widely available. This information does not include people who were transported to other hospitals due to bed or staff shortages at Salina Regional Health Center. Typically, juvenile cases of COVID are referred to Children's Mercy in Kansas City, or other children's hospitals.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Following is the Saline County COVID-19 report for November 2021.<figure>
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 </figure>During the month of November, 690 cases of COVID-19 were reported to the Saline County Health Department. Of those cases, 549 were unvaccinated, accounting for 79.5 percent of the total cases.<figure>
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 </figure>During the month of November, eight residents of Saline County lost their lives to COVID-19. In the same month, Salina Regional Health Center reported six in-hospital deaths due to COVID-19. <figure>
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 </figure>In a hospital setting, the process of determining a person's cause of death is fairly simple. Outside of the hospital, the Saline County Health Officer and County Coroner use all the facts available to determine if a death is due to COVID. The deceased whose deaths are due to accidents or other issues unrelated to COVID may be tracked as positive cases for the purpose of contact tracing, but not included in death totals.Data continues to suggest that those who are fully vaccinated have a lower chance of hospitalization and/or death from COVID. The Salina Regional Health Center reports all in-hospital deaths due to COVID, including those of people who lived outside of Saline County at the time of their death. While non-resident deaths are not reflected in the information released from the Saline County Health Department, it is important to note, resources at the hospital are impacted by every patient.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>According to the Salina Regional Health Center, 63 people were admitted to the hospital for symptoms related to COVID-19. Of these, 43 patients were unvaccinated. Since mid-July, the hospital has had 248 new admissions; approximately 78% of those were unvaccinated. There were also 45 hospital deaths, of which 78% were unvaccinated. These numbers place Saline County on par with the rest of the country. Nationwide, approximately 80% of hospitalizations and deaths have been in unvaccinated individuals since vaccines were widely available. This information does not include people who were transported to other hospitals due to bed or staff shortages at Salina Regional Health Center. Typically, juvenile cases of COVID are referred to Children's Mercy in Kansas City, or other children's hospitals.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County Health Dept. releases COVID data for November

Following is the Saline County COVID-19 update for Friday.

Three additional deaths due to COVID-19 have been reported to the Saline County Health Department since our last update on Wednesday. This brings the total number of deaths in our community to 173. There have been 115 new cases of COVID-19 reported since our last update, and the Saline County Health Department is currently monitoring 713 patients who are currently dealing with issues related to COVID-19.

In total, 9395 individual cases of COVID-19 have been reported to the Health Department, and at least 8509 people have recovered after testing positive for the virus.

Salina Regional Health Center reports that 24 patients require hospitalization related to COVID-19.

We do not have a clear determination as to the sudden dramatic increase in cases and deaths. Contact tracers have yet to determine any more local mass spreader events. The Saline County Health Department will release additional information as it becomes available.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Following is the Saline County COVID-19 update for Friday.Three additional deaths due to COVID-19 have been reported to the Saline County Health Department since our last update on Wednesday. This brings the total number of deaths in our community to 173. There have been 115 new cases of COVID-19 reported since our last update, and the Saline County Health Department is currently monitoring 713 patients who are currently dealing with issues related to COVID-19. In total, 9395 individual cases of COVID-19 have been reported to the Health Department, and at least 8509 people have recovered after testing positive for the virus. Salina Regional Health Center reports that 24 patients require hospitalization related to COVID-19. We do not have a clear determination as to the sudden dramatic increase in cases and deaths. Contact tracers have yet to determine any more local mass spreader events. The Saline County Health Department will release additional information as it becomes available.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 3 additional deaths; 115 new COVID-19 cases

●Two members of our community have lost their lives to COVID-19 since our last update.

●There have been 66 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 27 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 607 patients with issues related to COVID-19.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp24qDBbpmdV0vxay6kf-dWQnmhP5XbhRlJhsKG4WhMvhkLfWPl1bU75GoDxK0zu0bRVrn9-GDw68pFuKkDFvXBva8l3KWZ_SvNdrBeDMdiLGQ&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp2wPzrRC37bJtSZ090jid-fBqM1YoPl-uo0_PJIaw-3ILLt0tTVQuoeVZYmn9_2XfwHr0nQ4d1U09BpMRa_xkANVWaHnLMPigDOfhi7oMjWSIbXQEhk-_CCfIwaq0lchMVH3bWhWKSBm-&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp22RFImy0VuEstHgwVuB4MYfoPVGcmOGaVYGoiIN3ehgeHa6ThHOP2Blwz_SkIw-DPk3lqfo135OrJACJa1hwZddDH6Sx4yYziFhkmEfuysjmdy1MB3iSxyJ0-lIK6gT_SXPNlV4TrtQz&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

COVID Vaccination Update for Saline County

●An additional 175 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, an increase of .4 percent.

●A total of 27,962 residents of Saline County have been vaccinated, accounting for 51.6 percent of the total population.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp2_Hh-0j1gwo6fScAZzqbw9IzjJalMjfyWVtFgjkGb87yml565mBIbDznTfOGrTHYi6LXR3pSswQOcNQYiWECfQ0dN2umq72lWrJ1ejgG7i4XKAjE44nhiS0=&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp25eA41uOWV94qDqJIIlydrM77YpUeo9i2jxgGIXF-qj1ETw1172pxwwk_fMkTI0Zq1H4BR_wGe3Vj7V4IrQ81ctyV_setYwraw==&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp25eA41uOWV94u4GSdGejttBxxi7FgVqYD29QgcND-CU5f2En0QczvR-p2pI9YbnDaDGuhe3UhIAhC-ZEdCUFJaXD9X3N5jxhT1Z_AeYQOkgNci7ombxNhaBoOXg8IQw_IuHVUAzWU021HQDomChVHteftjWXqdFqekAK9o36AfLF&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Wednesday.●Two members of our community have lost their lives to COVID-19 since our last update.●There have been 66 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 27 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 607 patients with issues related to COVID-19.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp24qDBbpmdV0vxay6kf-dWQnmhP5XbhRlJhsKG4WhMvhkLfWPl1bU75GoDxK0zu0bRVrn9-GDw68pFuKkDFvXBva8l3KWZ_SvNdrBeDMdiLGQ&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp2wPzrRC37bJtSZ090jid-fBqM1YoPl-uo0_PJIaw-3ILLt0tTVQuoeVZYmn9_2XfwHr0nQ4d1U09BpMRa_xkANVWaHnLMPigDOfhi7oMjWSIbXQEhk-_CCfIwaq0lchMVH3bWhWKSBm-&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp22RFImy0VuEstHgwVuB4MYfoPVGcmOGaVYGoiIN3ehgeHa6ThHOP2Blwz_SkIw-DPk3lqfo135OrJACJa1hwZddDH6Sx4yYziFhkmEfuysjmdy1MB3iSxyJ0-lIK6gT_SXPNlV4TrtQz&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><figure>
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 </figure>COVID Vaccination Update for Saline County ●An additional 175 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, an increase of .4 percent.●A total of 27,962 residents of Saline County have been vaccinated, accounting for 51.6 percent of the total population.<a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp2_Hh-0j1gwo6fScAZzqbw9IzjJalMjfyWVtFgjkGb87yml565mBIbDznTfOGrTHYi6LXR3pSswQOcNQYiWECfQ0dN2umq72lWrJ1ejgG7i4XKAjE44nhiS0=&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp25eA41uOWV94qDqJIIlydrM77YpUeo9i2jxgGIXF-qj1ETw1172pxwwk_fMkTI0Zq1H4BR_wGe3Vj7V4IrQ81ctyV_setYwraw==&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least 6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001teHET8z108mLZBd8-qx1MADwQsI17uCwogNhQZeI5lNKeuyCofZp25eA41uOWV94u4GSdGejttBxxi7FgVqYD29QgcND-CU5f2En0QczvR-p2pI9YbnDaDGuhe3UhIAhC-ZEdCUFJaXD9X3N5jxhT1Z_AeYQOkgNci7ombxNhaBoOXg8IQw_IuHVUAzWU021HQDomChVHteftjWXqdFqekAK9o36AfLF&amp;c=dbSJjeeY5mC_vgcc_HNJt13SKXyeoU3-khMlX2qVAfVVzzZ6XG7ETA==&amp;ch=s_xTBkXGLZLZg04ASAdSsP-iksbaC33-5ebS-QIiiRzrv5jSliHi7g==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 2 additional deaths; 66 new COVID-19 cases

The Saline County Vaccination Collaboration has expanded after-hours access to pediatric COVID-19 Pfizer vaccinations.

Dec. 8 is the last scheduled community-wide event for first dose pediatric Pfizer vaccinations organized through the Saline County Vaccination Collaboration. This is not limited to Saline County children.

Second doses for the initial pediatric vaccination date will be on Dec. 8 from 3:30-7 p.m. at Lakewood Middle School, 1135 East Lakewood Circle. This date and time also has been opened up for first dose COVID-19 vaccinations for children 5-11 years old. 

Appointments are required.

Please call Salina Family Healthcare Center at 785-825-7251 ext. 416 to schedule appointments. Second doses for those receiving their first dose on Dec. 8 will be Dec. 28 from 4-6 p.m. at Salina Family Healthcare Center, 651 E. Prescott Ave.

When you arrive for your appointment on&nbsp; Dec. 8, please enter Lakewood Middle School through the north main entrance. Pediatric consent form paperwork is available at vaccinatesalinecountyks.com or during the event. Children will be vaccinated in private rooms, then wait in the library for 15 minutes after vaccination.

If you have questions about COVID-19 vaccinations for your children please visit vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/pediatric-vaccines for an up-to-date list of resources or talk to your child’s pediatrician.

The Saline County Vaccination Collaboration has expanded after-hours access to pediatric COVID-19 Pfizer vaccinations.Dec. 8 is the last scheduled community-wide event for first dose pediatric Pfizer vaccinations organized through the Saline County Vaccination Collaboration. This is not limited to Saline County children.Second doses for the initial pediatric vaccination date will be on Dec. 8 from 3:30-7 p.m. at Lakewood Middle School, 1135 East Lakewood Circle. This date and time also has been opened up for first dose COVID-19 vaccinations for children 5-11 years old. Appointments are required. Please call Salina Family Healthcare Center at 785-825-7251 ext. 416 to schedule appointments. Second doses for those receiving their first dose on Dec. 8 will be Dec. 28 from 4-6 p.m. at Salina Family Healthcare Center, 651 E. Prescott Ave.When you arrive for your appointment on&nbsp; Dec. 8, please enter Lakewood Middle School through the north main entrance. Pediatric consent form paperwork is available at vaccinatesalinecountyks.com or during the event. Children will be vaccinated in private rooms, then wait in the library for 15 minutes after vaccination.If you have questions about COVID-19 vaccinations for your children please visit vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/pediatric-vaccines for an up-to-date list of resources or talk to your child’s pediatrician.

Pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations set for Dec. 8

CORRECTION: The Saline County Health Department today corrected the number of new COVID-19 cases in its Nov. 29 update. We have corrected that number below.

●There have been 93 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 25 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 648 cases.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KvL4B8_nVvxzQC6nJ6UxEt7SdeWGnoiezE8SFdY1pgPTthy9a9bKUdIJNrldDfoZioPcBTZbp9OO6xts2jJKzlsiekJWjraAhd_9krIEETdc&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KiHPfszImg-J2d8SUPI9yUTr8mvQBmBAvkmoCMfcOf2pKOwIVzKhLFSb41yk8vyB2iAZT-gDdTCTARZwf16SuypRRXnpdbLcdZEmeM65XNuANB3d6yjADN26jAcvA2enzue2DL0gyVJk&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KvSBRrYp8CJva-f3It5YQI1HM0CN4tRnt72jEIpyKdt7qmJIWTTiXXE_Gcguisx-E5cCRcWdEt9H42NHF8aWbXDEwp2oYOOHV-GwCe1M5zGhxId0Q2ZpBP0=&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated.You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KpaR0ghknpVexnCl5k91gKv9ScrE_lfhPbnHfI9sGKjQWPWLTGmPXgRxgApg1T3USLz8_NwKrpN7_s_3sj5f6OaKJgoWbqM58Q==&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.

●Maintain at least 6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KpaR0ghknpVeQzn5qbvUECBWTIrIZiOyyS3AGI7jO-SVDUSNh5seZRRI52lQrZaRKJ1t1PkGNX5V5T3vg-UI1gwDgFslRbOIgXqxZjJ0tPTjHBKfVwtqs6TA1_A9ZSz8krKhCJMosXr3rHZYrm9XRT2ET-LRkSy_QjKRcYLHjQYA&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

CORRECTION: The Saline County Health Department today corrected the number of new COVID-19 cases in its Nov. 29 update. We have corrected that number below.<figure>
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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Monday.●There have been 93 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update. ●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 25 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 648 cases.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KvL4B8_nVvxzQC6nJ6UxEt7SdeWGnoiezE8SFdY1pgPTthy9a9bKUdIJNrldDfoZioPcBTZbp9OO6xts2jJKzlsiekJWjraAhd_9krIEETdc&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KiHPfszImg-J2d8SUPI9yUTr8mvQBmBAvkmoCMfcOf2pKOwIVzKhLFSb41yk8vyB2iAZT-gDdTCTARZwf16SuypRRXnpdbLcdZEmeM65XNuANB3d6yjADN26jAcvA2enzue2DL0gyVJk&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KvSBRrYp8CJva-f3It5YQI1HM0CN4tRnt72jEIpyKdt7qmJIWTTiXXE_Gcguisx-E5cCRcWdEt9H42NHF8aWbXDEwp2oYOOHV-GwCe1M5zGhxId0Q2ZpBP0=&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated.You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KpaR0ghknpVexnCl5k91gKv9ScrE_lfhPbnHfI9sGKjQWPWLTGmPXgRxgApg1T3USLz8_NwKrpN7_s_3sj5f6OaKJgoWbqM58Q==&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least 6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001x6iwFI6qE2EhIFAcBFDivG65sxLmirKvj3waEBNJvp33PBrjyyX-KpaR0ghknpVeQzn5qbvUECBWTIrIZiOyyS3AGI7jO-SVDUSNh5seZRRI52lQrZaRKJ1t1PkGNX5V5T3vg-UI1gwDgFslRbOIgXqxZjJ0tPTjHBKfVwtqs6TA1_A9ZSz8krKhCJMosXr3rHZYrm9XRT2ET-LRkSy_QjKRcYLHjQYA&amp;c=gw843OPjqijhR30DpSIYSSrFifN3wvyH865wS6OX0a7OYOWQj9YdVA==&amp;ch=NyDpoUyID4AXtt8LmRyiQgEigbIoPVV-4CM9csBsC8gZQPGAuGeUYQ==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

CORRECTION: 93 new COVID-19 cases in Saline County

●There have been 59 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 16 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 555 patients with issues related to COVID-19.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih4c3HSzM0dFKLpPvwt8vf3T8fxBuMxrMmBMKUv1rKaib4KhiqZKA4N7PFXFWBBAsnskn-HtE0cXqN2kSQOm4zVkQJ78P8e0G46a_wvgbbPo1&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih9fTYUPWWkRI5pAeoOwz_hCh8vcfPVJjMp3M4qQeMoz_g7UjwUnvHmj_pig8OmhUMOTKV6BjNUvncmq4WE8N0GxeVLJ69T4rN6u_WG0sXWJAH9bneje2ZhqiKIHxQY_Q64eUFADsTSi2&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih1wh2HIgp1EKN5EH0yYnJfidVSY4K6xX9HzKC-7lbi9HD_FSutNoXgTTl5tVx6kIiDO80fHKD9RTZrXVhuULmBn6hBjEFufOksy0LHBnEchP_SebkuFdyR6Dw08-P9HVYWwNx2By1TIY&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

●An additional 449 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, an increase of .8 percent.

●A total of 27,787 residents of Saline County have been vaccinated, accounting for 51.2 percent of the total population.

●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih8NLH7iZ0x7UQ0SDlKQjz0A8xWsQYNd3sr-zFznsBY8YSH2lD3Z58gC05No7PWKQgUGYeSIUAcKQ9rfqODR98EcXMhC4MfyqPQBJ_Pt-aD-5RAWEaYOKb04=&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated.You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih6-6JHh6htTx4F2Whd67Biv1vtOXJI0L1rAdsGT7UN5CQqTw9gqw5SHMCD6gpDlaaL-oyv9jedZTnOepLUctCpuhnbZzLfyEmA==&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>or contact your local medical provider.

●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.

●Maintain at least6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih6-6JHh6htTxIziaos8fHXwm3WktKVLzrlVfocA32GkxCnhSUNXOdX_noLnDavYN_69r9uLVI9cFpYh38VoVzLDgOipEEKAi25jAfZalZED2R6-8doMANeAHeM-gVseat2TKGd2vbzss_aYcVNSafzrS7dor0EIlktQSvdiVBHhu&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Wednesday.●There have been 59 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 16 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department staff is currently monitoring 555 patients with issues related to COVID-19.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih4c3HSzM0dFKLpPvwt8vf3T8fxBuMxrMmBMKUv1rKaib4KhiqZKA4N7PFXFWBBAsnskn-HtE0cXqN2kSQOm4zVkQJ78P8e0G46a_wvgbbPo1&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih9fTYUPWWkRI5pAeoOwz_hCh8vcfPVJjMp3M4qQeMoz_g7UjwUnvHmj_pig8OmhUMOTKV6BjNUvncmq4WE8N0GxeVLJ69T4rN6u_WG0sXWJAH9bneje2ZhqiKIHxQY_Q64eUFADsTSi2&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih1wh2HIgp1EKN5EH0yYnJfidVSY4K6xX9HzKC-7lbi9HD_FSutNoXgTTl5tVx6kIiDO80fHKD9RTZrXVhuULmBn6hBjEFufOksy0LHBnEchP_SebkuFdyR6Dw08-P9HVYWwNx2By1TIY&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><figure>
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 </figure>COVID Vaccination Update for Saline County ●An additional 449 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, an increase of .8 percent.●A total of 27,787 residents of Saline County have been vaccinated, accounting for 51.2 percent of the total population.<a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih8NLH7iZ0x7UQ0SDlKQjz0A8xWsQYNd3sr-zFznsBY8YSH2lD3Z58gC05No7PWKQgUGYeSIUAcKQ9rfqODR98EcXMhC4MfyqPQBJ_Pt-aD-5RAWEaYOKb04=&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated.You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih6-6JHh6htTx4F2Whd67Biv1vtOXJI0L1rAdsGT7UN5CQqTw9gqw5SHMCD6gpDlaaL-oyv9jedZTnOepLUctCpuhnbZzLfyEmA==&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lrJxXJlrn5KQwA32BeWgOKOY4-7-5DhVt_rUW6L8naeqMoBM-2jih6-6JHh6htTxIziaos8fHXwm3WktKVLzrlVfocA32GkxCnhSUNXOdX_noLnDavYN_69r9uLVI9cFpYh38VoVzLDgOipEEKAi25jAfZalZED2R6-8doMANeAHeM-gVseat2TKGd2vbzss_aYcVNSafzrS7dor0EIlktQSvdiVBHhu&amp;c=blxGwteB2pj28f8Pkl4bnp7XYn7t-LYOEAQ6nduvUOOYvPfawhopnQ==&amp;ch=ROuhA7_lshxXepp1h6roTgilEeslDJVTJJfaADtsRXSi_rS-PgvcEQ==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 59 new COVID cases; 8,398 of 9,121 recovered

●One more member of our community has lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Friday.

●There have been 48 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 12 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 537 cases.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXty8QXqgnMRccGYcQamq444MmEgZEF4WPpfK7MkQCPK7HMArh5j3kmuVa9L7Xvdj4BBn1Bpp3omcXVQokQvAgHCOE7mogCn0Uf0RIpi1kxDsw&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXtwIhBY-NhYNiDnjl8cM4UQHTMHbKM_hHN1LaZ0Mgowfz2GRx_iu4013JXFOS1SDo9w962sYhtu_yWy4k7Cn2O_lsmGCrVuXmF-k19e6OAOV1tOMR1tEePx1aSZ2MSGJPlTkAV-OS-ARv&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID.You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXt84ttlxaw3Nsu8EFeogbEfmJYHutuJ0BfyEx9KlOe6gmsSwqq7VDaPJaHrbtEsuLbcl7E7n-9nKtqslATKYT3IgzIieSs-WJGpgsmgRa9gg1f4CuJ2fc_eU=&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXt5Mho60c91FQfswqZbwJu1zkwP0dEuC-86oFOTz78VFEQ6KyvxUSsvU2hRpZHOnfjg6EQj1LD2z6bXQ_xYqrRHkQtTwoHszwfg==&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXt5Mho60c91FQ7wZGeXcRcomohctb8kQiC9itMZSbo4TrmxLzlbUvPCMEY8aFTiiYB498nzZsIzjeoHWyozjmQYOjnCrouDsJ0peNzI0ABS9k3Vg3T-58ENZsiRKOn-tlbs11bRBcVq_mPUeNkNwSBPA6637M8Epl4-EFJz5t12ZU&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Monday.●One more member of our community has lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Friday.●There have been 48 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 12 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 537 cases.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXty8QXqgnMRccGYcQamq444MmEgZEF4WPpfK7MkQCPK7HMArh5j3kmuVa9L7Xvdj4BBn1Bpp3omcXVQokQvAgHCOE7mogCn0Uf0RIpi1kxDsw&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXtwIhBY-NhYNiDnjl8cM4UQHTMHbKM_hHN1LaZ0Mgowfz2GRx_iu4013JXFOS1SDo9w962sYhtu_yWy4k7Cn2O_lsmGCrVuXmF-k19e6OAOV1tOMR1tEePx1aSZ2MSGJPlTkAV-OS-ARv&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID.You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXt84ttlxaw3Nsu8EFeogbEfmJYHutuJ0BfyEx9KlOe6gmsSwqq7VDaPJaHrbtEsuLbcl7E7n-9nKtqslATKYT3IgzIieSs-WJGpgsmgRa9gg1f4CuJ2fc_eU=&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated. You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXt5Mho60c91FQfswqZbwJu1zkwP0dEuC-86oFOTz78VFEQ6KyvxUSsvU2hRpZHOnfjg6EQj1LD2z6bXQ_xYqrRHkQtTwoHszwfg==&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-0Ikn9ZpQq3_dNZdrjIuItVPP8uz7fuHCVxhE2QffjS_rAwaPuPXt5Mho60c91FQ7wZGeXcRcomohctb8kQiC9itMZSbo4TrmxLzlbUvPCMEY8aFTiiYB498nzZsIzjeoHWyozjmQYOjnCrouDsJ0peNzI0ABS9k3Vg3T-58ENZsiRKOn-tlbs11bRBcVq_mPUeNkNwSBPA6637M8Epl4-EFJz5t12ZU&amp;c=f71v6q1k5ZeTAS7W1jixycJgZdjqHMzGvXPNH2GL-VckmAp6g_sC_Q==&amp;ch=uYKL0k7av856WUGKOkNmsNQuHbUT3-ORA3_vQU0lADmNpEJdfUNkAQ==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 1 additional death, 48 new COVID-19 cases

There have been 52 new cases of COVID-19 reported since our last update on Wednesday, and the Saline County&nbsp;Health&nbsp;Department is currently monitoring 490 patients who are currently dealing with issues related to COVID-19.

In total, 9014 individual cases of COVID-19 have been reported to the&nbsp;Health&nbsp;Department, and at least 8357 people have recovered after testing positive for the virus.

Salina Regional&nbsp;Health&nbsp;Center reports that 8 patients require hospitalization related to COVID-19.

As of Wednesday, November 17, a total of 27,338 Saline County residents have been vaccinated against COVID-19 accounting for just over 50% of the population.

The Saline County Vaccination Collaboration administered over 635 Moderna Boosters at a single drive-thru event last week!

It has been a wonderful experience to serve our community during this pandemic. Thank you to all those who have come through these clinics with patience and warm hearts.

Check out the amazon drone footage shot by Kansas State Polytechnic on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jUfMXB2D7l-KkfPmpW0lU84iWLBG_vzvoFkHZ359sEbM2CB0BZllUSgR2HXb5N5tgeLaRqjVsXqformPTuKiecPbUU56UhxVBcZ1pgy0oX-tWPAb1ZqEoxVJkwT5z0kCfR4aavgy0mTjw6kJgJYfdQ3JXSKvW-Pa&amp;c=ApXmYCNUJcChTL2pmr7zU12ig5YnnTpDdVTDx9F5ZPm2QV8iLrIAgA==&amp;ch=h9-ATnEemk8LBYiMN5s386Bn69RHDtaz_2jx4yDMDD2u9dRgnCEHBw==" target="_blank">Salina Family Healthcare Center Facebook page</a>!

And don't miss our friends at Salina Family's TikTok dance celebrating 400 more boosters given at yesterday's drive-thru clinic!&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Friday.There have been 52 new cases of COVID-19 reported since our last update on Wednesday, and the Saline County&nbsp;Health&nbsp;Department is currently monitoring 490 patients who are currently dealing with issues related to COVID-19. In total, 9014 individual cases of COVID-19 have been reported to the&nbsp;Health&nbsp;Department, and at least 8357 people have recovered after testing positive for the virus. Salina Regional&nbsp;Health&nbsp;Center reports that 8 patients require hospitalization related to COVID-19. As of Wednesday, November 17, a total of 27,338 Saline County residents have been vaccinated against COVID-19 accounting for just over 50% of the population. The Saline County Vaccination Collaboration administered over 635 Moderna Boosters at a single drive-thru event last week! It has been a wonderful experience to serve our community during this pandemic. Thank you to all those who have come through these clinics with patience and warm hearts. Check out the amazon drone footage shot by Kansas State Polytechnic on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jUfMXB2D7l-KkfPmpW0lU84iWLBG_vzvoFkHZ359sEbM2CB0BZllUSgR2HXb5N5tgeLaRqjVsXqformPTuKiecPbUU56UhxVBcZ1pgy0oX-tWPAb1ZqEoxVJkwT5z0kCfR4aavgy0mTjw6kJgJYfdQ3JXSKvW-Pa&amp;c=ApXmYCNUJcChTL2pmr7zU12ig5YnnTpDdVTDx9F5ZPm2QV8iLrIAgA==&amp;ch=h9-ATnEemk8LBYiMN5s386Bn69RHDtaz_2jx4yDMDD2u9dRgnCEHBw==" target="_blank">Salina Family Healthcare Center Facebook page</a>! And don't miss our friends at Salina Family's TikTok dance celebrating 400 more boosters given at yesterday's drive-thru clinic!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 52 new COVID-19 cases; 8,357 of 9,014 recovered

●One additional member of our community has lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Monday,&nbsp;bringing the total number of deaths of Saline County residents to 167.

●There have been 48 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 11 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNJ9lCA2HkTFqL4h-ucvORf0h543K9He4S3jwxKOd5D-AH5k1zBLI_f4PA4OjpQ84T9oGa1xBC38yFpSHlsC1HNS5BI967chEH27rM3FGykV0&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNPSeWyZEzJO_lypUtReClW2P03U2AJLH2n1gZmNDoz1DzELheZ9fdK9_i82ZAKqo3xnrYGj7U5NEcGR3MljydeZEC0_bWcAlU1FyM7g65B2pB8K7LVxiMMYW9C3hf2-pFMATGX3wKbaZ&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNBh7FEVd4w1CxNmNuQjMIsldRl-JXSpYmjH7M8mixal_tw5uJNiq8Bf56EQhC3h_mvU_V0eHF0oAXKs65r9ZlVy8-Q4IUZdJVrdGHB24ciL8-0QQR9nuNCR5is0chP2lWnzQHzqCdcj4&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

COVID vaccination update for Saline County

●An additional 339 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, an increase of .6 percent.

●A total of 27,338 residents of Saline County have been vaccinated, accounting for 50.4 percent of the total population.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VND7HmOdnWx--q-z3zcLh_DwyCwyswlPrRT3i9Llo8IPtCpbqVOZb21Bru6u-JOgv_MsQpHl-Qf__TWmLIgiZtRBqSprnhbEBaSgSQzrGDn4Whkf7GR8h2rw=&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated.You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNJadl3u099PnZ2hq_n9_M6HKmviG8Rok2ENtM9C3MCV2EwVDAdN7LmHyGsz0AJaKQxPunc6ygKl18EhZRtKKMnv6-FVgXYin1A==&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Maintain at least6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNJadl3u099Pny6eVb6bDNB4FUD19vyRznUBVDJeOqWitNtzIZCE3T0zVocQpyYYmZgKLetxzyJkXSnLAio9a0ozfa7V2H1xrJrYzhLLi8bhOHs9ZrX8xsAOGgbaX2Rau55uSSThJfE2ZlPyk0YDiPDiF0ILpREo84eaaLy2JE1Ra&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Wednesday.●One additional member of our community has lost their life to COVID-19 since our last update on Monday,&nbsp;bringing the total number of deaths of Saline County residents to 167.●There have been 48 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 11 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNJ9lCA2HkTFqL4h-ucvORf0h543K9He4S3jwxKOd5D-AH5k1zBLI_f4PA4OjpQ84T9oGa1xBC38yFpSHlsC1HNS5BI967chEH27rM3FGykV0&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNPSeWyZEzJO_lypUtReClW2P03U2AJLH2n1gZmNDoz1DzELheZ9fdK9_i82ZAKqo3xnrYGj7U5NEcGR3MljydeZEC0_bWcAlU1FyM7g65B2pB8K7LVxiMMYW9C3hf2-pFMATGX3wKbaZ&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">KDHE COVID-19 Information Site</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNBh7FEVd4w1CxNmNuQjMIsldRl-JXSpYmjH7M8mixal_tw5uJNiq8Bf56EQhC3h_mvU_V0eHF0oAXKs65r9ZlVy8-Q4IUZdJVrdGHB24ciL8-0QQR9nuNCR5is0chP2lWnzQHzqCdcj4&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><figure>
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 </figure>COVID vaccination update for Saline County ●An additional 339 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, an increase of .6 percent.●A total of 27,338 residents of Saline County have been vaccinated, accounting for 50.4 percent of the total population.<a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VND7HmOdnWx--q-z3zcLh_DwyCwyswlPrRT3i9Llo8IPtCpbqVOZb21Bru6u-JOgv_MsQpHl-Qf__TWmLIgiZtRBqSprnhbEBaSgSQzrGDn4Whkf7GR8h2rw=&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated.You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNJadl3u099PnZ2hq_n9_M6HKmviG8Rok2ENtM9C3MCV2EwVDAdN7LmHyGsz0AJaKQxPunc6ygKl18EhZRtKKMnv6-FVgXYin1A==&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least6 feet of distancebetween yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011YQP7pUxwcZPTWKvFduAD6Vky1y6XXyBxaB6PjXyJN7lFFooeD9VNJadl3u099Pny6eVb6bDNB4FUD19vyRznUBVDJeOqWitNtzIZCE3T0zVocQpyYYmZgKLetxzyJkXSnLAio9a0ozfa7V2H1xrJrYzhLLi8bhOHs9ZrX8xsAOGgbaX2Rau55uSSThJfE2ZlPyk0YDiPDiF0ILpREo84eaaLy2JE1Ra&amp;c=gaIp7OmAm90JDJ_zwM3NP6O0o9jlQDlxwvpmynMdugSfVNClIVoDpA==&amp;ch=WaWS-zvMDLmgFUWbFUPFiepeOxcV7qFP5wY2x8yFATQakp1SCCL0AA==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 1 additional COVID-19 death; 48 new cases

●There have been 53 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.

●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 12 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.

●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 526 cases.

More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMOKNXYGQ3Ktpi2JRy1060V--7hh4sgKNmgM4YsN0VszWCSE_3hWYEaNGb-7ImfE3P3CKRWL4I4CLhK5KfZTO-OOZt7MXktrI9wFZUOh0NP8O&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMAdPyeFtjUlHBVbn4IhcfwoGu7AYiBcgR5oWthZuaNyavCRUFYZiFO1cyYp8CMN1ETqOj3q4d5xY9s5SWVBF3GNa_YGFz4oyTycFCUNU8WOmDD4VkqrMzwx5e_JvW4MX3qerTR-YsEMd&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMBeBuiTS9ourQK0FijNP9sWIWtDuKBOVFX3FEW3P3JXsUPk7Ots3ubjO18C-dYO24n3MGoJU342af-2SbOtcB0iLm5Xr8ENKYx1sYRrW1L8lcglCIIiOnOI=&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Get vaccinated.You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMMGvomWKw9RGy_OAfPmHQR196CnTy4MzjoeZNd-J1PKis_OghYOSBhQF3-gJKLYXp8SDjoLAmFwzeuMY6z1f5o-nhZNPvNaW1g==&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.

●Maintain at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and those with whom you do not live.

●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMMGvomWKw9RGVtrPjeKm6dZIZ5sne8YSacK2_cS55liuznYY0IAwsPTiMQ_BgfIcHWlB4oMdt_8YQncaZ0WJja_pZkTlpcRO76zndHvO77k8j97blSWnZhgOfDAJcHUlcDCSqQsZLHkr1Lts7dF4BmSaW3zJzZ7o3MeZrfd2RUJG&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>

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 </figure>Following is the Saline County Health Department COVID-19 update for Monday.●There have been 53 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Saline County since our last update.●Salina Regional Health Center reports that 12 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.●The Saline County Health Department is actively monitoring 526 cases.More data and additional information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMOKNXYGQ3Ktpi2JRy1060V--7hh4sgKNmgM4YsN0VszWCSE_3hWYEaNGb-7ImfE3P3CKRWL4I4CLhK5KfZTO-OOZt7MXktrI9wFZUOh0NP8O&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">Saline County Coronavirus webpage</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMAdPyeFtjUlHBVbn4IhcfwoGu7AYiBcgR5oWthZuaNyavCRUFYZiFO1cyYp8CMN1ETqOj3q4d5xY9s5SWVBF3GNa_YGFz4oyTycFCUNU8WOmDD4VkqrMzwx5e_JvW4MX3qerTR-YsEMd&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">CDC COVID-19 Tracker</a>.

<a href="https://www.vaccinatesalinecountyks.com/testing">Click here for local COVID-19 testing options</a><a href="https://www.vaccines.gov/">Click here for vaccination locations</a>The best way to stop the spread of COVID-19 and thus prevent mutation of the virus is:●Stay home&nbsp;if you are sick.●Get tested&nbsp;if you feel unwell, even if you don’t believe it is COVID. You can find testing centers at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMBeBuiTS9ourQK0FijNP9sWIWtDuKBOVFX3FEW3P3JXsUPk7Ots3ubjO18C-dYO24n3MGoJU342af-2SbOtcB0iLm5Xr8ENKYx1sYRrW1L8lcglCIIiOnOI=&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">VaccinateSalineCountyKS.com/testing</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Get vaccinated.You can find a vaccine at&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMMGvomWKw9RGy_OAfPmHQR196CnTy4MzjoeZNd-J1PKis_OghYOSBhQF3-gJKLYXp8SDjoLAmFwzeuMY6z1f5o-nhZNPvNaW1g==&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">vaccines.gov</a>&nbsp;or contact your local medical provider.●Wear a mask, especially if you are not fully vaccinated. If you are fully vaccinated, wear a mask when indoors in crowded spaces.●Maintain at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and those with whom you do not live.●Do not travel to&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GZ9QFgrEEPUYTMFoUqmPv5aWPlF0jyB66w_vFJvbqzfA9RkmO2yGMMGvomWKw9RGVtrPjeKm6dZIZ5sne8YSacK2_cS55liuznYY0IAwsPTiMQ_BgfIcHWlB4oMdt_8YQncaZ0WJja_pZkTlpcRO76zndHvO77k8j97blSWnZhgOfDAJcHUlcDCSqQsZLHkr1Lts7dF4BmSaW3zJzZ7o3MeZrfd2RUJG&amp;c=y16CiBjPkkvGAKxpMFKlyL8MJ5_orfrkMYEexK3vRNodulsVmF5f2w==&amp;ch=eZ95-0kL71PXoUGLEHWl66gJE4xZWVww6cMZbmPDJ0F34a-TkAAfUg==" target="_blank">“hot spots."</a>●If you test positive, isolate immediately and be open and honest with COVID caseworkers about your contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saline County: 53 new COVID-19 cases; 8,219 of 8,914 recovered

The Saline County Vaccination Collaboration has scheduled its first COVID-19 vaccine clinic for children ages 5-11.

The Pfizer vaccine will be used, according to information released this afternoon by the collaboration.

The first dose will be administered on Wednesday, with the second administered on Dec. 8. Both doses will be administered from 3:30-7 p.m. at Lakewood Middle School, 1135 Lakewood Circle. Please enter through the north main entrance.

Appointments are required. To schedule a vaccination appointment, call 785-825-7251 ext. 416.

Pediatric consent form paperwork can be found at <a href="http://vaccinatesalinecountyks.com">vaccinatesalinecountyks.com</a> or during event. Children will be vaccinated in private rooms and then will wait in the library for 15 minutes after vaccination.

By SALINA POSTThe Saline County Vaccination Collaboration has scheduled its first COVID-19 vaccine clinic for children ages 5-11.The Pfizer vaccine will be used, according to information released this afternoon by the collaboration.The first dose will be administered on Wednesday, with the second administered on Dec. 8. Both doses will be administered from 3:30-7 p.m. at Lakewood Middle School, 1135 Lakewood Circle. Please enter through the north main entrance.Appointments are required. To schedule a vaccination appointment, call 785-825-7251 ext. 416.Pediatric consent form paperwork can be found at <a href="http://vaccinatesalinecountyks.com">vaccinatesalinecountyks.com</a> or during event. Children will be vaccinated in private rooms and then will wait in the library for 15 minutes after vaccination.The Saline County Vaccination Collaboration is comprised of the Saline County Health Department, Salina Family Healthcare Center, and Salina Regional Health Center.

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