Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Vermont Department of Health is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention in planning for and responding to the novel coronavirus, now called COVID-19. Although the public health threat from COVID-19 is potentially high for countries around the world, there has been no spread in U.S. communities, and there are no cases of people with COVID-19 in Vermont. The risk to Vermonters is low – and there are no special precautions for schools to take at this time. Should the situation in Vermont change, the Health Department will alert schools about specific preparedness and response guidelines to follow. Updated information and resources are available on the Vermont Department of Health's website and the department’s Facebook and Twitter sites. Vermonters can also dial 2-1-1 for information. Respiratory viruses are common right now, and flu is currently widespread in Vermont. To help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses, get your flu shot and take everyday actions to prevent illness from spreading. For more information on the role of school nurses and the Health Department reference the Role of VT’s School Nurses online.
Contact: Sharlonlee Trefry at sharonlee.trefry@vermont.gov or Patsy Kelso at patsy.kelso@vermont.gov