LLCHD Reports Two More Deaths From COVID-19

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LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department reported two more deaths from COVID-19 on Friday. The two deaths are a woman in her 50s, who was hospitalized and unvaccinated, and a man in his 50s, who was hospitalized and vaccinated. This brings the total number of deaths to 280.

The LLCHD also announced that 105 laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Lancaster County, bringing the community total to 37,609.

Hospitalizations of COVID-19 patients: 110 including 58 from Lancaster County (7 on ventilators) and 52 from other communities (12 on ventilators). To note: This includes patients who no longer test positive for COVID-19 but continue to be hospitalized.

Risk dial: medium orange, high risk of COVID-19 spread and impact in the community

Directed health measure: The current EHD is in effect until September 30 and includes a mask requirement for all people 2 years of age and older, regardless of their immunization status. More information on the sanitary measure and the masks are available at lincoln.ne.gov/DHM and lincoln.ne.gov/mask.

Vaccinations administered (the vaccination target is 75%):

Vaccinations initiated (first doses): 198,723
Vaccinations completed (second doses and J&J vaccine): 187 192
Residents aged 16 and over fully vaccinated: 72.7%

Vaccination: The Delta variant is circulating at high levels in Lancaster County and continues to impact the number of cases, hospitalizations and deaths. Each person vaccinated creates necessary protection for the community. The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (LLCHD) strongly urges all eligible people to get vaccinated. Vaccination helps prevent serious illness, saves lives and slows the spread of the virus. Residents 12 years of age and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Find a clinic near you at COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov. People without an appointment are welcome or make an appointment. Residents can also find a local pharmacy offering vaccinations at vaccines.gov or by texting their zip code to 438829.

Those who do not have online access or need help with registration or planning can call the LLCHD COVID-19 hotline at 402-441-8006 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.

Upcoming vaccination clinics (subject to change; walk-in welcome at all locations):

Saturday, September 18, 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Latino Festival, Antelope Park, Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Dr. – first and second doses
Sunday, September 19, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Harvest Moon Festival, Antelope Park Bandshell, 1630 Memorial Dr. – first and second doses
Monday, September 20, 9 am to 2 pm, LLCHD, 3131 “O” St. – first and second doses; 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., College View Church, 4801 Prescott Ave. – first and second doses
Wednesday, September 22, 1 pm to 3 pm, Southeast Community College Gymnasium, 8800 “O” St. – first and second doses; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. LLCHD – first and second doses
Friday, September 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., LLCHD – first and second doses

Trial: The process begins with a free online risk assessment available at BryanHealth.com and CHIHealth.com. Tests are available from:

Bryan Health: Tests are available for those with symptoms at the three Bryan Emergency Care Centers, 7501 S. 27th St .; 5901 N. 27th St.; and 4333 S. 86th St. No appointment required.
CHI Health: Walk-in testing is available at three priority care facilities: Antelope Creek, 2510 S. 40th St., Suite 100; Southwest, 1240 Aries Drive; and Stevens Creek, 1601 N. 86th St. For driving tests, Virtual Rapid Care is available 24/7 at CHIHealth.com to chat with a provider and schedule a test appointment.
Nomi Health: Drive-through tests are available at Gateway Mall Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. No appointment is required, but people are encouraged to pre-register by visiting testing.nomihealth.com/signup/ne.
Local pharmacies including CVS, HyVee and Walgreens, offices of health care providers and emergency care clinics also offers tests. Uninsured or underinsured individuals can call the LLCHD COVID-19 hotline at 402-441-8006 to be connected to test resources.

For more information, visit COVID19.lincoln.ne.gov or call the LLCHD hotline at 402-441-8006.

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