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For the latest information about COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, click here.

For more information from the State of Georgia, click here or call (844) 442-2681. You can also visit the Georgia Department of Public Health.

For more information from the Alabama Department of Public Health, click here or call (800) 338-8374.

Local health clinics testing and treating patients are MercyMed and Valley Healthcare Systems. Please call before visiting either facility.

This pandemic has stressed all areas of society. It’s easy to feel isolated, alone, and overwhelmed. The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health has created a 24-hour hotline to respond to those needing someone to talk to. From fears about health to worries about the far-reaching impacts of this crisis on your everyday life, this hotline will connect you with someone that will listen and be present for the issues that matter the most to YOU. 1-866-399-8938

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The CDC recommends people wear facemasks to protect themselves from respiratory diseases and to prevent asymptomatic carriers from spreading COVID-19.

The CDC recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.