You can take steps to prevent COVID-19, and other illnesses such as the cold and flu, by covering your cough, washing your hands frequently, staying home when ill, and practicing social distancing.

Beginning July 23 at 6 p.m., citizens in all Ohio counties will be under a mandatory mask order while out in public. Masks must be worn at all times when:

• At an indoor location that’s not a residence.
• Outdoors, when unable to keep 6 feet social distance from those not in your household.
• When waiting for, riding, driving, or operating public transportation, such as a taxi, car service, or private rideshare.

This order only requires those who are 10 years old or older to wear a mask. In addition, excluded groups include:

• Those with a medical condition or disability.
• Officiants at religious services.
• Those actively exercising or playing sports.
• Those actively involved in public safety.
• Those who are actively eating or drinking.

COVID-19 Cases by Zip Code

The Ohio Department of Health is now reporting COVID-19 cases by zip code.  See the link to the ODH coronavirus web page for more information.

If you were tested for COVID-19, it is important to follow theses guidelines while you wait for your results and when you get your results.  Learn more here: COVID-19 Testing and Isolation Guidance

New guidance was released by the CDC regarding quarantine times after exposure to COVID-19.  It is still best to stay home for 14 days, but that time may be reduced according to the guidelines described here:

Updated Quarantine Guidance

Putnam County COVID-19 Vaccine – PHASE 1B (update 2.24.21)

• Please keep checking back here and on PCHD Facebook page for updates.
• Some healthcare providers in the area are administering the vaccine to individuals in the Phase 1B groups.  You can try calling the following:
  • Mercy Health:  419-996-5000
  • Blanchard Valley Health System:  419-369-2323
  • Lima Memorial Health System:  419-998-4491
• Some major pharmacies are also providing vaccine.  You are encouraged to check other sources for the vaccine if you are unable to wait until the PCHD is able to serve you.
• If you are on the Vaccine Waiting List but have had your vaccine elsewhere or no longer wish to receive the vaccine, please call the PCHD at 419-523-5608 to have your name removed from the list.  DO NOT CALL this number to schedule an appointment!  This is only to have your name removed from the list.  Thank you!

Vaccine supply is still very limited. Please be patient. We are planning more clinics as soon as we know how much vaccine we will receive. Thank you

Vaccine Qualifying Medical Conditions. 2.11.21

COVID-19 Vaccine Update (2.2.21 Media Release)

COVID-19 Vaccine Consent Form

COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions

COVID-19 Vaccine Myth vs. Facts

What to expect after getting vaccinated

CDC Vaccine Information Page

Ohio’s Vaccine Planning