LLCHD reports an additional death from COVID-19

by

LINCOLN, Nebraska (KOLN) -The Lincoln-Lancaster County Department of Health reported Friday an additional death from COVID-19. The death was a woman in her 60s hospitalized and unvaccinated. The total number of deaths is 267.

The LLCHD announced that 151 laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Lancaster County, bringing the total community to 35,019.

Hospitalizations for COVID-19 positive patients: 88 with 62 from Lancaster County (5 with fans) and 26 from other communities (5 with fans)

Risk framework: medium orange, high risk of spread and impact of COVID-19 in the community

Targeted health measure: The current DHM is effective until September 30 and includes a mask warrant for all people 2 years of age or older, regardless of vaccination status. You can learn more about health measures and masks at lincoln.ne.gov/DHM and lincoln.ne.gov/mask.

Vaccines administered (the vaccination target is 75%):

  • Initiated vaccines (first doses): 194,696
  • Vaccines completed (second dose and J&J vaccine): 180,704
  • Residents aged 16 and over who are fully vaccinated: 70.4%

Vaccines: The delta variant is driving the rapid rise in cases, hospitalizations and deaths in Lancaster County. All vaccinated people create the necessary protection for the community. The Lincoln-Lancaster County Department of Health (LLCHD) strongly urges everyone to be eligible for vaccination. Vaccination helps prevent serious illness, saves lives and slows the spread of the virus. Residents 12 years of age or older can receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Find a clinic near you at COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov. Walk-ins are welcome or make an appointment. Residents can also find a local pharmacy that offers vaccines at vaccines.gov or by sending a text message to their zip code at 438829.

Those who do not have online access or who need help with registration or programming can call the LLCHD COVID-19 hotline at 402-441-8006 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.

Upcoming vaccination clinics (subject to change; welcome to all locations):

  • Monday, Aug. 30, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., LLCHD, 3131 St. “O” – first and second dose; 3 to 5 p.m., College View Church, Heartland Hall, 4801 Prescott Avenue, first and second dose
  • Wednesday, Sept. 1, 1 to 3 p.m., Southeast Community College Gym, 8800 St. “O” – first and second dose
  • Friday, Sept. 3, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., LLCHD – first and second dose

Tests: The process begins with a free online risk assessment available at BryanHealth.com and CHIHealth.com. The tests are available at:

  • Bryan Health: Tests are available for those with symptoms at all three Bryan Urgent Care locations, 7501 S. 27th St .; 5901 N. 27th St .; and 4333 S. 86th St. No appointment required.
  • Hi WHO: Access tests are available at three priority care locations: Antelope Creek, 2510 S. 40th St., Suite 100; Southwest, 1240 Aries Drive; and Stevens Creek, 1601 N. 86th St. For upload tests, virtual fast assistance is available 24/7 at CHIHealth.com to chat with a provider and schedule a test appointment.
  • Health Names: Driven tests are available at the Gateway Mall Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. No prior appointment is required, but people are advised to pre-register by visiting testing.nomihealth.com/signup/ne.
  • Local pharmacies included CVS, HyVee and Walgreens, offices of health care providers i urgent care clinics they also offer evidence. Those who are uninsured or underinsured can call the LLCHD COVID-19 hotline at 402-441-8006 to connect to test resources.

For more information, visit COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov or call the LLCHD hotline at 402-441-8006.

Copyright 2021 KOLN. All rights reserved.

.Source