3 of 4 Sheridan County COVID-19 Cases Have Recovered

Three of the four Sheridan County COVID-19 cases have recovered and have ended self-isolation following the guidelines recommended by the Center for Disease Control and Wyoming Department of Health.

The fourth case, according to the latest information from the county’s Incident Management Team, is continuing self-isolation at home and is being monitored by Sheridan County Public Health.

More than 170 COVID-19 tests have been performed in Sheridan County with no new positive results. More than 110 tests have been negative, and the remaining test results are still pending. Test results can take three to five days.

The Wyoming Department of Health has updated a new map to their website showing which counties have had confirmed COVID-19 cases. The website also provides Wyoming’s COVID-19 testing statistics. The map and statistics can be viewed at https://health.wyo.gov/publichealth/infectious-disease-epidemiology-unit/disease/novel-coronavirus/covid-19-map-and-statistics/.

The Wyoming Department of Family Services has uploaded a map to their website showing licensed child care providers throughout the state serving essential personnel. If you or someone you know is looking for child care, you can visit the site at https://dfs.wyo.gov/services/family-services/child-care/essential-personnel-childcare/.

Earlier, Sheridan County Health Officer Dr. Ian Hunter recommended that any business close that requires prolonged close contact with people. That includes businesses such as hair and nail salons, tattoo shops and businesses offering therapeutic massage services.

Also, Wyoming State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist released a second statewide order late last week forbidding gatherings of 10 people or more to protect the public from the spread of COVID-19. The order defines “gatherings” as “any planned or spontaneous event, public or private, that brings together or will likely bring together 10 people or more in a single room or a single confined space at the same time.”

Earlier, the IMT announced that the Sheridan VA Medical Center has changed access to the campus on Fort Road. According to the VA, veterans with appointments should limit the amount of additional people with them, unless they need assistance. In addition, no one under the age of 18 will be allowed on the VA campus except those who live there, and no visitors will be allowed except on a case-by-case basis. Veterans who have an appointment or want one, but are having childcare issues due to the school closures, are encouraged to contact their patient care team to discuss their healthcare needs.

You can access the Sheridan County coronavirus update page at htpps://www.sheridancounty.com/sheridan-county-covid-19-updates/.

The public is encouraged to follow these guidelines outlined by the CDC and WDH:

Avoid close contact, within 6 feet, with those who are sick or may have been exposed.

Stay home if you are sick, but if you are concerned you may have more than just a cold, consult your physician.

Avoid gatherings of 10 or more people.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.