COVID-19

Updated Guidance for Respiratory Viruses

On March 1, 2024, the CDC updated its guidance for how people can protect themselves and their communities from respiratory viruses, including COVID-19. The information on these pages will be updated soon to reflect the latest CDC information. The updated guidance is intended for community settings. There are no changes to respiratory virus guidance for healthcare settings.

Everything you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine

View key information about the COVID-19 vaccine, and keep the Johnson County community safe by getting your vaccine today.

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On Feb. 28, 2024, the CDC recommended that adults age 65 and older receive an additional updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine dose.

On Sept. 12, 2023 the CDC recommended an updated COVID-19 vaccine for the fall/winter virus season.

On May 11, 2023, the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency declaration ended. Tools like vaccines, treatments and testing remain available.

The Board continues to strongly recommend eligible individuals be vaccinated against COVID-19 and follow public health guidance.

Helpful Resources

COVID-19 Data

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CDC COVID Data Tracker

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Public Health Recommendations Archive

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Response & Recovery

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Quick Links

Prevent COVID-19 infection

COVID-19 Prevention Actions

Take action to protect yourself, your household and your community from severe illness from COVID-19.

Get a COVID-19 vaccine

COVID-19 Vaccines

General information from JCDHE and the CDC about the COVID-19 vaccine.

Take a COVID-19 test

COVID-19 Tests

Find a variety of options for COVID-19 testing, including  at-home test kits.

Explore the latest guidance

What to Do If You Were Exposed to COVID-19

If you were exposed to COVID-19, follow these steps from the CDC, regardless of your vaccination status.

Isolation and Precautions for People with COVID-19

Follow the CDC's guidance to prevent spreading COVID-19 to others: isolation, masking and avoiding contact.

CDC Guidance for Healthcare Workers

Find the CDC’s latest guidance for healthcare workers.

CDC Guidance for Young Children

Find the CDC’s latest guidance for young children.