Dealing With an Increased Workload

Public Health announced recent changes Wednesday as a result of the increased number of COVID-19 cases. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details.

Due to the surge in COVID-19 cases in Wyoming, public health officials at the state and local levels are experiencing delays, or are unable to contact all of the individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19. A media release from Sheridan County COVID-19 Public Information Officer Jennifer Graves, states that due to the increased workload,  Sheridan County Public Health is incorporating emails and text messaging into their communications strategy, which will enable staff to prioritize calling individuals that are at a higher risk of serious illness.

The release also states that the Sheridan County Incident Management Team is closely monitoring the COVID-19 numbers following the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Current numbers demonstrate less people being tested during the holiday and testing facilities being closed. A rise in cases is anticipated with families and friends gathering to celebrate the holidays. Potential increases could spike anytime in the next two weeks given the incubation period of the virus. The IMT and local Public Health are encouraging residents to utilize the COVID-19 page that is available on the Sheridan County website for information related to the virus. Given the high volume of phone calls to and from Public Health right now, residents are asked to view the website, if possible, to help answer any questions that they may have. Additionally, residents should contact local law enforcement and not Public Health to report health order violations. You can access the Sheridan County COVID-19 webpage here: COVID-19 Information | Sheridan County Wyoming