The Omicron variant of COVID-19 has been detected in our local wastewater. The Livingston County Health Department says the Sewershed Surveillance Project, a collaborative effort between Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and the University of Missouri (MU) reported the variant was detected locally. The genetic material from the virus that causes […]
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The WIC contract with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the Livingston County Health Center has been renewed. Shelia Clark, a WIC Clerk at the Health Center says the program is meant to help mothers and children. Clark talked about the services and benefits of WIC. Those interested in the WIC program can contact the Health Center […]
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The COVID-19 numbers for Livingston County after the Labor Day Holiday are seeing an increase in the cases added. Livingston County Health Center reports 16 new cases on Tuesday, bringing the number of currently active cases to 30. The total number of COVID 19 cases in Livingston County is at 2260 The health center also encourages everyone 12 and older […]
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A treatment option for COVID-19 patients is available in Cameron. The Northwest Missouri Healthcare Coalition has opened a monoclonal antibody infusion center in Cameron for 30 days. The center opened on August 25th and they may stay open for a longer period if needed. Misty Ward Chief Nursing Officer of Cameron Regional Medical Center, a member of the Northwest Healthcare […]
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A new name for a COVID-19 Vaccine has some people confused and maybe even concerned. Ann Burchett from the Livingston County Health Center says this is the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine with no changes. Burchett says the only change was the NAME. The Pfizer – Comirnaty vaccine is available at the health center. The health center also has the Moderna and […]
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Free curbside COVID-19 testing is available this Friday at the Livingston County Health Center. The testing is from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Testing will be conducted curbside by health center staff, while clients remain in their vehicles. A specimen will be taken from the lower nostril area, which is less invasive and uncomfortable than the nasal-pharyngeal test. A maximum […]
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The Johnson & Johnson – Jansen COVID-19 Vaccine has been cleared for use and Ann Burchette from the Livingston County Health Center says they have a Jansen Clinic this week. Those who are interested in getting immunized with the Janssen vaccine, but don’t have an appointment, should also call to fill appointments which are cancelled. If you have questions about […]
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The COVID-19 Vaccination is opening to all 18 and over this week. Ann Burchette from the Livingston County Health Center says they will have a shot clinic on Friday. (April 9th) Burchette says they have another COVID-19 Vaccination opportunity coming up. To make an appointment, call the Livingston County Health Center at 646-5506.
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The number of COVID-19 cases in Livingston County has reached 1384. That number includes 43 active cases and 11 that are hospitalized. There are 4 cases at area facilities and 5 at area schools. The number of deaths in Livingston County due to COVID-19 is at 49. In the month of January, the Health Center added 242 new cases of […]
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As the supply of the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available in the local area, the Livingston County Health Center is asking residents interested in receiving the vaccine to register. Ann Burchett from the Health Center says a link is available on their website. The sign-up form asks for your contact information and details that may elevate you to a higher priority. […]
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