COVID19 Data Dashboard: COVID-19 Data — Jefferson County Health Department (jeffcohealth.org)
Week 8 Respiratory Report: 2023_Week8_JCHDRespiratoryReport.pdf (squarespace.com)
Influenza Summary: This week, we are reporting 18 additional flu cases for a season total of 3,492 cases. There are 6 flu deaths reported this season. Flu vaccination is the best way to prevent the spread of flu. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get an annual flu vaccine especially those at a higher risk of serious complications.
COVID-19 Summary: This week, we are reporting 186 new COVID cases for a season total of 4,984. There is one additional COVID death to report for week 8, bringing the season total to 40 COVID deaths. Currently, Jefferson County, MO is in the MEDIUM COMMUNITY LEVEL (yellow). If you are at high risk of getting very sick, wear a high-quality mask or respirator (e.g., N95) when indoors in public. If you have household or social contact with someone at high risk for getting very sick, consider self-testing to detect infection before contact, and consider wearing a high-quality mask when indoors with them. Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, including recommended booster doses. Maintain ventilation improvements. Avoid contact with people who have suspected or confirmed COVID-19. Follow recommendations for isolation if you have suspected or confirmed COVID-19. Follow the recommendations for what to do if you are exposed to someone with COVID-19.