WCHD: COVID-19 Still Active in Our Community

On Tuesday, July 21, 2020, Whiteside County Health Department announced ten new cases of COVID-19 were identified in Whiteside County.  This ties the previous highest announcement of ten cases on April 25.  As we continue in Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan, COVID-19 is still in our community.  Stopping

COVID-19 Screening Update at MCH

In order to ensure the safety of our patients, visitors, and staff Morrison Community Hospital has added a Mobile Screening Office.  It is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday.  Located in the back of the facility, 303 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, the mobile unit will

CGH Medical Center Revised Visitor Restrictions

CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, IL, continues to closely follow IDPH and CDC guidance, to ensure the highest quality and safety standards that keep our patients, co-workers, and visitors as safe as possible.  Although visitor restrictions have been revised, we are still limiting visitation to one approved visitor

County-Level COVID-19 Risk Metrics and Map

On Thursday, June 25, 2020, Illinois Department of Health launched “County Level COVID-19 Risk Metrics” on their website, to give local officials and communities another tool to assist with decision making.  Included are the following topics.  The State of Illinois released a list of frequently asked questions about the data

Illinois Elks Children’s Care Free Program

Dr. David Yeager, Podiatric Surgeon, has provided complimentary foot care to children for the past 14 years, through the Illinois Elks Children’s Care program.  Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation provides services, treatments, and equipment, to ease a child’s daily burden in coping with a physical problem. Many cases are very

Outdoor Visitation Guidance at Long-Term Care Facilities

Long-Term Care Facilities (LTCF) may allow outdoor visitation for residents when certain conditions are met. Visitations must be limited to two visitors at a time per resident. The maximum number of residents and visitors in the outdoors space at one time is predicated on the size of the outdoor space.

June 19 County COVID-19 Report

On Friday, June 19, 2020, Whiteside County Health Department announced four new laboratory-confirmed cases and six recoveries of COVID-19 in Whiteside County.  The ages of these four cases are (1) under 10; (1) 30s; (1) 50s; (1) 60s.  The State of Illinois announced 692 new cases and 44 additional deaths. Total Positive cases

Free and Confidential B-CALM Help Line

Feeling isolated, without purpose?  Miss your friends?  Fearful of the future?  Just want to hear some encouraging words?  Call the new, confidential B-CALM help line, 888-332-2256, for a positive spin on how to deal with the stress you are experiencing.  Chat with someone who is trained in coping and self-care. 

Whiteside County Food Tips

Editor’s note: Cory Law, from Whiteside County Health Department, furnished this information. “The COVID-19 crisis has put a strain on many individuals within our communities.  Please see the list nutritional education materials.  These can help people reduce trips to the store with common substitutions, prepare for emergencies, and find creative

May 27 County COVID Report

On Wednesday, May 27, 2020, Whiteside County Health Department announced no new laboratory-confirmed cases and six recoveries of COVID-19 in Whiteside County.  We are saddened to report the death of an individual 90+ on Sunday, May 24, was COVID related.  The State of Illinois announced 1111 new cases and 160 additional deaths.

May 21 County COVID-19 Report

On May 21, 2020, Whiteside County Health Department announced two new laboratory-confirmed cases and nine recoveries of COVID-19 in Whiteside County.  Those new cases include one person under ten years of age and one person in their 70s.  The State of Illinois announced 2268 new cases and 87 additional deaths.

April 27 Coronavirus Update

Cory Law wrote, “Today, Monday, April 27 2020, Whiteside County Health Department announced six new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Whiteside County, IL.  Cases are: (1) 20s, (1)30s, (2)40s, (1)50s, (1)80s.  Today Illinois announced 1980 new cases and 50 additional deaths.” For more information please visit  https://coronavirus-response-whiteside.hub.arcgis.com// Contact Cory Law

CGH Celebrates Volunteers During National Volunteer Week

CGH Medical Center celebrates community members and youth who demonstrate exceptional leadership and spirit through the power of volunteerism.  More than 200 caring volunteers make countless contributions at CGH.  National Volunteer Week is about inspiring, recognizing, and encouraging people to seek out imaginative ways to engage in their communities.  National

A Gratifying Number

Here is a number to ponder, as reported by KWQC TV News on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. “Over 700,000 [people have] recovered from coronavirus worldwide.”

No COVID-19 at ARC Blood Drive

Kaywyn Beswick, Morrison ARC Blood Team Leader, submitted this follow-up report. I am extremely happy to report that the Thursday, March 19, 2020, blood drive in Morrison resulted in nobody getting the coronavirus.  I personally contacted all 66 of the people who were in attendance at Morrison United Methodist Church,