Cameron County COVID-19 Helpline
Cameron County Public Health has activated a call center for information, questions, and guidance specific for COVID-19 in Cameron County. Lines are open 24 hours, seven days a week.
(956) 24/7-3650
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COVID-19 School Reporting Response Plan
In response to the reopening of schools during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cameron County Public Health has developed the COVID-19 School Reporting Response Plan. The primary purpose of this document is to provide school districts a system for reporting a student and/or staff who has been identified as having tested positive for COVID-19.
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Cases
CAMERON COUNTY COVID-19 STATISTICS
Cameron County Public Health
As of October 23, 2020 8:10 AM
Positive
23,937
Recovered
21,706
Deaths
1,075
* Please see the following links for definitions:
– RiskCategories-TravelersFlightCrewsContacts
– LHDMonitoringGuidance-TravCommExposure
**Governor’s Executive Order:
– Executive Order No. GA-10
U.S. Cases
Cases have been identified in growing number of other international locations. Cases in the USA are reported mostly in travelers returning from the above mentioned locations.
Global Cases
Coronavirus COVID-19 Global Cases by Johns Hopkins CSSE
Cases have been identified in growing number of other international locations. There are more than 100k cases worldwide and that number is expected to continue growing.
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Governor's Strike Force to Open Texas
The Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas will safely and strategically restart and revitalize all aspects of the Lone Star State—work, school, entertainment, and culture. For more details Click Here
Restaurant Guidelines for Reopening Click Here
Open Texas Checklists
Under the direction of Governor Abbott, with the advice of the Lt. Governor, Speaker of the House, Attorney General, and Texas Comptroller: The Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas will safely and strategically restart and revitalize all aspects of the Lone Star State—work, school, entertainment, and culture.
Effective May 5, 2020
- Individuals (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Special Guidance for Texans Over 65
- All Employers and Employees
- Churches and Places of Worship
- Church / Worship Attendees (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Low-COVID-19 Counties (No Revisions)
- Movie Theaters (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Movie Theater Customers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Museums and Libraries (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Museum and Library Visitors (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Outdoor Sports Participants
- Parks / Beaches / Bodies of Water (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Restaurants (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Restaurant Customers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Retailers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Retail Customers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Single Person Offices
- Wedding Reception Venues
- Wedding Reception Attendees (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Wedding Venues
- Wedding Attendees (Updated May 18, 2020)
From the Texas Education Agency
Effective May 8, 2020
Effective May 18, 2020
- Gyms / Exercise Facilities (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Gym / Exercise Facility Patrons (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Manufacturers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Office-Based Employers (Updated May 18, 2020)
- Office-Based Employees (Updated May 18, 2020)
Orders
Resources
Cameron County Resources for the Public
Convalescent Plasma Donation
Video
Coronavirus Presentation
Commissioners’ Court video presentation by James W. Castillo II, MD, Cameron County Health Authority.
Video Presentation as of 02/04/2020
Information
Coronavirus
Coronavirus is a large family of viruses that are commonly found in humans and many animal species. This virus is capable of animal to human transmission (known as zoonosis), however this is a rare event. Examples of this process include MERS-CoV, SARS-CoV and this new virus SARS-CoV-2.
This novel Coronavirus, and its associated disease COVID-19, first appeared in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China in late December. Since its arrival COVID-19 has spread to many international locations, including the United States and Texas. Due to its increasing dissemination Health and Human Services Secretary Alex M. Azar II declared a public health emergency for the USA.
Personal Risk
Have you traveled to or been in contact with someone who traveled to China, Iran, Italy, South Korea or Japan in the last 2 weeks?
Do you have a fever, cough or other flu-like symptoms?
If you answered yes to BOTH questions, contact your primary physician.
Safety Measures
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Avoid touching your face if you are near someone ill.
- Avoid going out when you are ill.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue; then throw tissue in the trash.
- Stay home when you are sick. If you require medical attention, call ahead before going to a doctor’s office or emergency room.
Here are some helpful links for Professionals and General Public
CDC
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- CDC FAQ
- PUI Criteria – Current criteria for establishing a Person Under Investigation.
- Risk Assessment – Definition of Risk Levels as well as actionable steps for each category.
- Clinical Guidance – Information regarding: clinical presentation, diagnosis and management.
- Exposure of a Healthcare Professional
- Home Care – Information regarding the coordination of home care and isolation.
- Infection Prevention for Obstetricians – Information specific to obstetric considerations in patients with COVID-19.
- Public Health – Information regarding PPE and procedures for residential monitoring.
- Laboratories – Information regarding the collection, handling and storage of clinical specimens.
World Health Organization (WHO)
- Patient Management – Information regarding procedures for both patient and family members during residential isolation.
- Infection Prevention and Control – Information regarding procedures for infection prevention in a healthcare setting including lack of a negative pressure room.
- Laboratory Guidance – Information regarding the collection, handling and storage of clinical specimens.
CDC
EMS
DSHS
- DSHS Guidance for EMS Transporting Confirmed or Suspected COVID‑19 Patients (PDF, V.3.0, released 5/08/2020)