News » Reno County Health Department Discontinuing COVID Dashboard
From: Laurie Moody
Reno County Communications Specialist
620-694-2568 | laurie.moody@renogov.org
In response to the declining COVID-19 numbers in Reno County, the Health department will discontinue their COVID dashboard, effective Monday, March 7. Active cases are currently at 18 with 54.57% of residents having received at least one dose of the vaccine. County numbers can still be viewed on the KDHE dashboard at www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/160/COVID-19-in-Kansas. General COVID information is available on the Reno County website at www.renogov.org/health.
“With the decline in COVID cases, we feel our time can be better spent on different educational initiatives,” stated Health Department Director Karla Nichols. “The Community Health Assessment this April will also help us refocus our efforts where they’re needed the most.”
The Health Department still encourages vaccination as an important mitigation measure. All Reno County residents over the age of 5 are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. Walk-ins are accepted for ages 12 and over, but appointments are required for ages 5-11 by calling 620-694-2900, ext. 6.
In order to increase community access, the Health Department has also expanded their operating hours. They are now open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 7:30am to 6pm, Wednesday from 9am to 6pm, and Friday from 7:30am to noon.
Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System (HRHS) and The Greater Wichita YMCA have announced a partnership to build a new 75,000-square-foot YMCA facility in Hutchinson, KS. This state-of-the-art center, to be located on land donated by HRHS, will replace the current Y branch and aims to strengthen community health and well-being. The new YMCA will feature an aquatics center, indoor track, gymnasium, expanded gymnastics center, fitness studios, community room, and a childcare center. Groundbreaking is planned for later this year.
Charge nurse Jessika Board demonstrated exceptional dedication when she intervened with a violent patient in the ED, showcasing her commitment to patient care and safety. Jessika handles unpredictable situations with empathy and understanding, especially with mental health patients. Her resilience is fueled by supportive coworkers and grateful patients. At Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, we are proud of Jessika’s unwavering dedication and compassion.
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