Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
Coronavirus Disease, or COVID-19, is a respiratory virus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. The Health Department is committed to ensuring our residents and healthcare professionals have access to the most up-to-date information to ensure the health and safety of themselves, their patients, and our community. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring this outbreak and publishes the most accurate and timely COVID-19 information. Please visit the CDC's website for more information.
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses, some causing illness in people and others that circulate among animals, including camels, cats and bats. Some viruses are highly contagious (like measles), while other viruses are less so. At this time, it’s unclear how easily or sustainably this virus is spreading between people. Current symptoms reported for patients with COVID-19 have included mild to severe respiratory illness with fever, cough, and difficulty breathing.
COVID-19 Positive Case Count by Day the Health Department was Notified; Sarpy and Cass County
View historic Case Count by Day information here.
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| Aug 29 29 Cases |
Aug 30 135 Cases |
Aug 31 84 Cases |
Sep 1 130 Cases |
Sep 2 123 Cases |
Sep 3 91 Cases |
Sep 4 58 Cases |
| Sep 5 30 Cases |
Sep 6 32 Cases |
Sep 7 136 Cases |
Sep 8 77 Cases |
Sep 9 86 Cases |
Sep 10 91 Cases |
Sep 11 54 Cases |
| Sep 12 23 Cases |
Sep 13 111 Cases |
Sep 14 91 Cases |
Sep 15 98 Cases |
Sep 16 83 Cases |
Sep 17 74 Cases |
Sep 18 44 Cases |
| Sep 19 31 Cases |
Sep 20 99 Cases |
Sep 21 53 Cases |
Sep 22 59 Cases |
Sep 23 87 Cases |
Sep 24 | Sep 25 |
COVID-19 Testing Locations
- OneWorld Community Health Center, 4920 South 30th Street, Omaha, NE. Testing is for OneWorld patients with symptoms. Call 402-734-4110 for an appointment.
- Charles Drew Health Centers, 2915 Grant Street and 5319 N 30th Street, Omaha, NE. Call 402-451-3553 for an appointment.
- CVS Minute Clinics. Visit https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing to schedule an appointment. Locations include 14460 West Maple Road, 4840 Dodge Street, and 6901 S 84th Street.
- Nebraska Medicine at 402-559-0041
- Nebraska Methodist Health System at 402-354-4800
- Hy-Vee pharmacies on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings. Visit https://www.doineedacovid19test.com/ to register for a test voucher and appointment time.
COVID-19 Vaccination
The Sarpy/Cass Health Department is collaborating with State and local partners to equitably distribute the COVID-19 vaccine in a way that provides the most protection for Nebraskans as quickly as possible. Please visit the COVID-19 Vaccine webpage for more information.
COVID-19 Symptoms or Tested Positive for COVID-19?
If you have COVID-19 symptoms or have tested positive for COVID-19, the following information may assist you in slowing the spread of the virus.
COVID-19 Positive: How to Isolate
COVID-19 Positive: How to Notify Your Close Contacts
COVID-19 Exposed and Not Vaccinated: How to Quarantine
COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation Calculator: How Long Should I Quarantine or Isolate?
International Travel Health Notices: CDC recommendations for postponing or canceling travel to international countries affected by COVID-19.
Help if you are Visually Impaired
It can be overwhelming to find the resources you need during this challenging time, especially if you have poor or no vision. If you can’t see or can’t see very well, call Outlook Enrichment’s COVID-19 Help Line at 531-365-5059 for assistance from people who understand vision challenges and want to help. This line is staffed 8 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Messages received outside of these times will be answered within 24 hours. These resources can also be found at outlookne.org/covidhelp.
Mental Health Considerations During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
Mental Health and Psychosocial Considerations During COVID-19 Outbreak
Nebraska-specific COVID-19 Information
Nebraska Media Release Archives
COVID-19 Disaster Relief Hotline: 1-844-268-5627
COVID-19 Federal Updates
Jeff Fortenberry - First Congressional District of Nebraska
Don Bacon - Second Congressional District of Nebraska
COVID-19 information for the public
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about Respirators and their Use
Nonpharmaceutical Interventions
Information for Healthcare Professionals
COVID-19 information for healthcare professionals
Nebraska Dental Association Recommended Office Opening Protocols
Strategies to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 in Long Term Care Facilities
I am a medical provider interested in carrying COVID-19 vaccine in my clinic. What is the process?
Review the CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Program provider requirements. If you are able to comply with the requirements, contact [email protected] to begin the enrollment process. Also contact Marianne Toledo to discuss the vaccine redistribution process.
Testing Resources
General guidance and testing information for Nebraskans
Healthcare providers and clinics and facilities testing information
Guidelines for the Conduct of Faith-Based Services - 4-30-20
Guidelines for Restaurant In-Room Dining Reopening - 4-28-20
Guía de Reapertura de Restaurantes Tipo Comedor - 4-29-2020
Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to COVID-19
Information for Schools
Nebraska Department of Education Coronavirus Resources for Schools
Sarpy/Cass Health Department COVID-19 Risk Dial (Retired July 1, 2021)
The Sarpy/Cass Health Department COVID-19 Risk Dial was established in the summer of 2020 (and retired on July 1, 2021) to give an overview of the current risk and severity of COVID-19 in Sarpy and Cass Counties. The guidance for each category was based on federal and state guidance published by public health experts. This guidance did not replace any federal, state, or local directed health measure. This tool was developed by the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department and modified for use by the Sarpy/Cass Health Department.
The Sarpy/Cass Health Department COVID-19 Risk Dial was comprised of the following measures:
- Weekly COVID-19 positivity rate in Sarpy and Cass Counties (using the person/person rate of # of new people with positive tests divided by the # of new people with positive test results + the # of new people with negative test results) (three-week average)
- Number of new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 people (three-week average)
- Percent of ICU beds available in the Omaha Metro area hospitals (three-week average)
- Percent of critical medical equipment available in the Omaha Metro area hospitals (three-week average)
- Percent of eligible population fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (current percent)
- Percent of positive COVID-19 residents contacted for an investigation within 48 hours of the positive test result (three-week average)
All six factors were averaged together to determine the overall risk category.
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