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Respiratory Illness
As respiratory illnesses circulate, health officials urge protection

Cases of influenza (flu), COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) each have increased recently, and protection is especially important as friends and family prepare to gather for the holidays.

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Health Department Asks for Help in Making More Vaccine Appointments Available

As eligibility has expanded and people are shopping around to find the soonest vaccine appointment, the Health Department is asking the public take one extra step by cancelling unneeded spots so they can be opened to others.
Covid-19
Health Commissioner Recommends County Residents Continue COVID-19 Precautions

The Allen County health commissioner urged residents to continue practicing COVID-19 precautions while virus spread and vaccination efforts are ongoing.
Covid-19
Local Public Health Order Revised & Renewed in Case of Future Virus Surges

The Allen County health commissioner revised and renewed local public health restrictions to help slow any future surges of COVID-19 if the county shifts back into the state’s red advisory level.
Covid-19
Department to Launch Vaccine Clinic at Memorial Coliseum

The Allen County Department of Health will join the statewide effort vaccinating eligible people against COVID-19 beginning next week at the Memorial Coliseum.
Covid-19
Health Commissioner Urges Caution as County Lifts Some Restrictions

Health officials are urging the community to continue using extreme caution to help slow the spread of COVID-19 as some local public health restrictions are lifted.
Covid-19
Local Public Health Order Renewed in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

The Allen County health commissioner renewed and revised local public health restrictions to go into effect Sunday due to the ongoing surge of COVID-19 cases in the community.
Covid-19
Local Public Health Order Announced in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

The Allen County health commissioner announced additional local public health restrictions due to the ongoing surge of COVID-19 cases in the community.
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SSP Closed November 17

The Allen County Department of Health Syringe Services Program will be closed Tuesday, November 17.
Covid-19
Health Department Provides COVID-19 Safety Tips for Halloween

With Halloween approaching, the Allen County Department of Health is recommending the community use extra precautions during their holiday celebrations to prevent an increase in COVID-19 spread.
Covid-19
Health Department Opening New COVID-19 Testing Sites in Allen County

Hoosiers will have more options for accessing free COVID-19 testing when the Allen County Department of Health opens two new sites in early October.
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Avoid Rabies Exposure This Summer

Late summer is when the small, flying mammals begin leaving their maternal colonies and may occasionally encounter people or pets. While a relatively small percentage of bats in Indiana carry rabies, Hoosiers should know how to ensure everyone (even four-legged family members) stay safe.
Covid-19
COVID-19 Spike Prompts Health Officials to Advise Ongoing Community Vigilance with Precautionary Measures
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