Lancaster County COVID-19 Update for March 30
Published on March 30, 2022
Lab-confirmed cases reported today: 13
Total cases: 69,610
Deaths reported today: 0
Total number of deaths: 433
Hospitalizations for COVID-19 patients:11 with 9 from Lancaster County (none on ventilators) and 2 from other communities (none on ventilators). Note: The hospitalization number includes patients who no longer test positive for COVID-19 but continue to be hospitalized.
Risk Dial: green – risk of COVID-19 spread and impact in the community is low. Updated public health guidance is available at COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov.
At-home Test Kits Available:
At-home test kits are available in the main lobby of the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (LLCHD), 3131 ”O” St., during regular business hours. Test kits are also available at all Lincoln City Library locations.
At-Home Test Reporting:
Lancaster County residents can report results of their at-home COVID-19 tests to the Health Department and receive helpful quarantine and isolation information. The form is available at COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov in the testing section of the website, just below the risk dial. All information is confidential. People who require assistance in completing the form may call LLCHD at 402-441-8006 for assistance.
Vaccinations administered:
- Initiated vaccinations (first doses): 228,325
- Completed vaccinations (second doses and J&J vaccine): 213,497
- Lancaster County residents who are fully vaccinated: 66.9%
- Booster doses: 122,919
Vaccinations:
Those experiencing some of the most severe outcomes from COVID-19 are unvaccinated. LLCHD strongly urges everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated or boosted. Vaccination helps prevent severe illness, saves lives, and slows further spread of the virus. Residents age 5 and older are eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccine, and those age 12 and older are eligible for a booster dose. Find a clinic near you at COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov. Walk-ins are welcome or schedule an appointment. Residents can also find a local pharmacy offering vaccinations at vaccines.gov or by texting their ZIP code to 438829. Those who do not have online access or who need assistance with registration or scheduling may call LLCHD at 402-441-4200 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays.
Second Booster Doses:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently approved a second Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 booster dose for people age 50 and older and those 12 and older with weakened immune systems. LLCHD is currently awaiting final guidance from the CDC and will provide additional details on offering second booster doses in the near future.
Upcoming vaccination clinics (schedule subject to change; walk-ins welcome at all locations):
· Wednesday, March 30, 4 to 7 p.m., LLCHD, 3131 “O” St.
· Thursday, March 31, 3:15 to 6 p.m., Fredstrom Elementary School, 5700 NW 10th St.
· Friday, April 1, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., LLCHD
· Monday, April 4, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., LLCHD
· Tuesday, April 5, 4 to 6:30 p.m., Norwood Park Elementary, 4710 N. 72nd St.
· Thursday, April 7, 3:30 to 6 p.m., Culler Middle School, 5201 Vine St.
· Friday, April 8, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., LLCHD
All clinics will offer first and second doses for age 5 and older, Pfizer booster doses for age 12 and older, and Moderna booster doses for age 18 and older.
Clinic media note:
Media will be notified regarding coverage of vaccinations. Media must make arrangements with LLCHD prior to visiting any venue.
For information on testing or other COVID-19-related issues, visit COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov or call the LLCHD hotline at 402-441-8006.