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51 New Lab COVID-19 Cases In Lancaster County Thursday

By News Feb 25, 2021 | 4:14 PM

 

The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department Thursday reports that 51 lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Lancaster County, bringing the community total to 28,041. The total number of deaths in the community remains at 220.  Recoveries are at 13,266 and the positivity rate from February 21 through the 25th is a 20.8%

There are 28 people hospitalized,  18 from Lancaster County and 10 from other communities (none on ventilators).

More than 74,300 vaccines have been administered.

 An online COVID-19 vaccine registration form for Lancaster County residents is available at COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov.  Those who do not have online access or who need assistance may call LLCHD’s COVID-19 hotline at 402-441-8006 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays to register.

The vaccine is not yet available for the general public.  As vaccine doses become available, those who are registered will be given an appointment to be vaccinated. Appointments for vaccinations are dependent on vaccine supply and are not related to the order in which people register. The registration is open to all County residents, but those who are in Phase1B – those age 65 and older and those with underlying medical conditions – are encouraged to register.

The COVID-19 Risk Dial is at mid-yellow, indicating a moderate risk of the virus spreading.  Recommendations include:

  • Cautious expansion of interactions with others – outdoor activities preferred
  • Continue wearing a mask and distance yourself when around others from outside of your household.
  • Attend businesses, gatherings and events only with modifications (i.e. physical distancing, face masks, and capacity limits)
  • Follow CDC Travel Guidelines