Benton County Public Health Reminds Residents COVID-19 Preparation Practices

BENTON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH
March 20, 2020 4:30 pm

Traditional and social media have been full recently of stories and pictures of people stocking up on toilet paper in preparation for COVID-19. Benton County Public Health and the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) remind residents that hoarding of items, most notably toilet paper, are not necessary or recommended.

Important Notice from Benton County Environmental Health

VINTON TODAY
March 20, 2020 1:33 pm

Important Notice from Benton County Environmental Health:A reminder to residents of the county to not flush wipes of any kind, paper towels, facial tissues, napkins or feminine products down the toilet.

COVID-19 Treat to People with Substance Use Disorders

ASAC
March 19, 2020 2:17 pm

David Condry, Project CoordinatorAbove the Influence Wellness Coalition During the past weeks it has been reported consistently that older adults and people with underlying health conditions, such as diabetes, lung disease, or heart disease, are at greater risk of severe illness from COVID-19.

VGH releases COVID-19 Hospital Guidelines

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
March 19, 2020 12:57 am

In response to Governor Reynold’s announcement of community spread in Iowa of the COVID-19 virus, Virginia Gay Hospital is updating the public with the following information regarding Virginia Gay Hospital and clinics as we work to minimize patient and staff exposure and conserve resources.

Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab restricts Visiting

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
March 19, 2020 12:55 am

To Our Residents and Family Members:We know many of you are concerned about the spread of COVID-19 (the new coronavirus) and how it may impact us here at Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab.

15 Days to slow the spread

VINTON TODAY
March 18, 2020 3:06 pm

Click to view the guidelines and tips to avoid and curtail the spread of the Coronavirus

Blood Donations needed today at VGH

VINTON TODAY
March 17, 2020 2:52 pm

Donate today at Virginia Gay Hospital and Vinton Community Blood Drive, Tuesday, March 17, 2020 from 1:45 PM - 5:30 PM at Virginia Gay Hospital, 502 N 9th Ave.

Additional COVID-19 Case in Iowa: 2-1-1 hotline available to answer questions

VINTON TODAY
March 12, 2020 4:28 am

Testing at Iowa’s State Hygienic Laboratory has indicated one additional positive case of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Iowa residents, a total of 14 positive cases.

Virginia Gay Hospital announces visitor restrictions until further notice

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
March 10, 2020 3:44 pm

In keeping with a commitment to patient safety, effective today, Virginia Gay Hospital will temporarily limit patient visitations in order to minimize potential patient and staff exposure to seasonal influenza and other respiratory viruses.

Governor orders partial activation of the State Emergency Operations Center

VINTON TODAY
March 9, 2020 1:24 am

Gov. Kim Reynolds has ordered a partial activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Johnston to ensure State of Iowa agencies are prepared in the event COVID-19 is detected in the state.