The Florida Department of Health is advising all individuals who have traveled internationally to follow the new CDC guidelines, summarized below:
Level 3: Mandatory 14-day self-isolation and practice social distancing upon return to the United States. Social distancing includes avoiding going out in public and close personal interactions. If you become symptomatic, immediately self-isolate and contact your county health department or health care provider.
Level 2 and Cruises: Monitor your health and limit interactions with others for 14 days after returning to the United States. If you become symptomatic, immediately self-isolate and contact your county health department or health care provider.
For more information regarding current CDC travel advisories related to COVID-19, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
Nile Cruise Advisory
The Florida Department of Health is advising all individuals who traveled on a river cruise on the Nile River in Egypt in February 2020 to self-isolate for 14 days following their date of return to the United States. Several passengers in the United States recently developed symptoms and have been confirmed to be infected with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), including two positive cases in Florida.
COVID-19 Testing Results
18 Florida cases (17 Florida residents)
12 diagnosed in Florida
5 diagnosed and isolated in another state
1 confirmed positive non-Florida resident isolated in Florida.
· 115 tests in state results pending
· 140 negatives
· 1,104 people monitored to date
· 302 of 1,104 are currently being monitored
People who have tested positive for COVID-19 will remain in isolation until they test negative.
Nile Cruise Advisory
The Florida Department of Health is advising all individuals who traveled on a river cruise on the Nile River in Egypt in February 2020 to self-isolate for 14 days following their date of return to the United States. Several passengers in the United States recently developed symptoms and have been confirmed to be infected with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), including two positive cases in Florida.
COVID-19 Testing Results
18 Florida cases (17 Florida residents)
12 diagnosed in Florida
5 diagnosed and isolated in another state
1 confirmed positive non-Florida resident isolated in Florida.
· 115 tests in state results pending
· 140 negatives
· 1,104 people monitored to date
· 302 of 1,104 are currently being monitored
People who have tested positive for COVID-19 will remain in isolation until they test negative.
Please visit the Department’s dedicated COVID-19 webpage for information and guidance regarding COVID-19 in Florida.
For any other questions related to COVID-19 in Florida, please contact the Department’s dedicated COVID-19 Call Center by calling 1-(866) 779-6121. The Call Center is available 24 hours a day. Inquiries may also be emailed to COVID-19@flhealth.gov.
For any other questions related to COVID-19 in Florida, please contact the Department’s dedicated COVID-19 Call Center by calling 1-(866) 779-6121. The Call Center is available 24 hours a day. Inquiries may also be emailed to COVID-19@flhealth.gov.
With confirmed cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Florida, the Florida Department of Health is urging everyone to stay informed on how to protect themselves and their communities from COVID-19. The Department of Health’s (DOH) dedicated COVID-19 webpage at www.FloridaHealth.gov/COVID-19 remains the best and most up-to-date resource for information and guidance regarding COVID-19 in Florida.
Preventative actions include:
Washing your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Staying home when you are sick.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
Before traveling take certain steps:
Check the CDC’s Traveler’s Health Notices for the latest guidance and recommendations for each country to which you will travel.
How is COVID-19 diagnosed and treated? There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. Please call ahead to a healthcare professional if you believe you have been exposed and show symptoms of a fever, cough or difficulty breathing. Your healthcare professional will work with the health department to determine if you need to be tested for COVID-19.
Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Staying home when you are sick.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
Before traveling take certain steps:
Check the CDC’s Traveler’s Health Notices for the latest guidance and recommendations for each country to which you will travel.
How is COVID-19 diagnosed and treated? There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. Please call ahead to a healthcare professional if you believe you have been exposed and show symptoms of a fever, cough or difficulty breathing. Your healthcare professional will work with the health department to determine if you need to be tested for COVID-19.
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