There is one more death from COVID-19 Friday, a woman in her 90’s who was not vaccinated. The number of deaths is now at 322.
There are 117 new cases today bringing the total to 42,791.
There are 96 people hospitalized with 65 from Lancaster County. Fourteen patients are on ventilators.
The current DHM is effective through November 24 and includes a mask requirement for all individuals ages 2 and older regardless of vaccination status.
There are several upcoming vaccination clinics. Saturday’s clinic is for 5 to 11 year old’s and will be held from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Lincoln Northeast High School. Monday, November 15th from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., a clinic will be held at the Health Department at 31st and O Street. Clinics will also be held there Wednesday and Friday. On Saturday, November 20th, there is a vaccination clinic for children ages 5 to 11 at Southwest High School.
The Health Department is also providing booster doses to anyone who falls within CDC guidelines.
Testing also continues at Bryan Health, Nomi Health, CHI Health and at local pharmacies.
Call the health department hotline at 402-441-8006 for more information.