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.

Putnam County COVID-19 Situation Update 11.10.20

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

Vaccines available BY APPOINTMENT ONLY for those age 80 and over

• PCHD COVID-19 Clinic – Saturday, January 30th
  If you are age 80 or more and are on the vaccine waiting list, you will be called for an appointment for this clinic or an upcoming clinic.  
  This clinic WILL NOT be held at the PCHD office. Please do not come to the health department for the vaccine. Walk-ins will not be accepted
  If you are age 80 and over and are not on the Vaccine Waiting List, please call 419-538-7001 (Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)

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

Vaccine rollout beginning with those age 80+ week of January 18.  Full Media Release here

COVID-19 Vaccine Consent Form

Putnam County COVID-19 Vaccine Information 1.11.2021

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