The Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that is spreading in the Milwaukee community. It is spread through droplets in the air from people coughing or sneezing and can also live on surfaces like cardboard for 24 hours or on plastic for up to 3 days.
Stop COVID-19 spread by:
The Milwaukee Common Council adopted an ordinance requiring that all persons wear face coverings in public spaces, indoors and outdoors.
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Review your symptoms
Use the CDC’s self-checker to help make decisions and seek appropriate medical care regarding COVID-19.
Call first about testing
Call your healthcare provider or call 2-1-1 if you have symptoms to determine if you need a test.
Wash for 20 seconds
Wash hands often with soap and water – 20 seconds or longer (or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol).
Practice social distancing
If you are around other people, keep 6 feet away. Avoid hugs, handshakes, large gatherings and close quarters.
How do I prevent and prepare for COVID-19?
What do I do if I think I was exposed to COVID-19?
What do I do if I'm sick?
The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) continues to closely monitor an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) Coronavirus (COVID-19).
As of August 5, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., there are 15,230 confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and 264 deaths in the city of Milwaukee.
MHD - COVID-19 Testing flyer
FREE COVID-19 Testing Open to the public. Walk up or drive up. Mon-Thurs 11am-7pm, Fri-Sat 11am-5pm, Closed Sunday. UMOS, 2701 S. Chase Ave. and Custer Stadium, 4300 W. Fairmount Ave.
Northside Testing Sites
Map of COVID-19 Testing Sites Anyone with symptoms should request to be tested. Try your primary care doctor first.
Free Masks for Households/Individuals: • Keenan Health Center, 3200 N. 36th St. - Monday-Friday 11am-3pm • Northwest Health Center, 7630 W. Mill Rd. - Monday-Friday 8am-1pm • Southside Health Center, 1639 S. 23rd St. - Monday-Friday 8am-1pm
Order #4.1 COVID-19 Public Health Plan for the City of Milwaukee
7.31.20 News Release: The City of Milwaukee Health Department issues Phase 4.1 of Moving Milwaukee Forward Safely COVID-19 orders