Per CDC guidance, due to the transmissible nature of the Delta variant, masks are strongly encouraged for all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, in public, indoor settings. Masks are not currently mandated by the Milwaukee Health Department, but many businesses and buildings still require masking. Learn more about the changes on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
If you live in the City of Milwaukee and have questions, please call the MHD COVID-19 Hotline at (414) 286-6800.
If you do not live in the City of Milwaukee, please call 844-684-1064.
If you lost your COVID-19 Vaccination Card, you can access your own immunization record in the Wisconsin Immunization Registry (WIR) at: Public Immunization Record Access See also: WIR Parent Brochure
Review your symptoms
Use the CDC’s self-checker to help make decisions and seek appropriate medical care regarding COVID-19.
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Call first about testing
Call your healthcare provider or call the Covid Hotline at (414) 286-6800 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.
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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 September 2, 2021 at 2:00 p.m., there are 78,260 confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and 671 deaths in the city of Milwaukee.