The Manitowoc County Health Department announced this afternoon that they’ll be resuming weekly reports of COVID-19 cases on their Facebook page and website.
County Health Officer Stephanie Lambert says COVID-19 transmission has rapidly accelerated predominantly driven by the Delta variant affecting primarily those who aren’t vaccinated for the virus. As of last week, the State Department of Health Services has reported 107.2 cases per 100,000 people in the last two weeks listing it in a state of high community spread.
Lambert says the quick spread of the Delta Variant infecting and hospitalizing thousands nationwide is to blame. Lambert adds that the Health Department supports CDC guidance recommending that all individuals in areas of high transmission -vaccinated or not- wear masks in public indoor settings.
The County Health Officer implores everyone to get fully vaccinated which is the best way to protect yourself, family, and your community.
Other recommendations are staying six feet apart from those not in your household while in public, staying home when sick, cleaning and sanitizing high-touch areas, and washing your hands often. To find a local vaccine provider visit vaccines.gov or call the County Health Department at 683-4155.
