2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

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The City of Milford closely monitors the outbreak of respiratory illness caused by coronavirus, COVID-19. The Milford Health Department is in close communication with the CT Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure the health and safety of our community.

The 2019 novel coronavirus typically causes mild to severe respiratory symptoms including fever, cough and shortness of breath. Based on current information from the CDC, symptoms of COVID-19 may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure. Transmission is thought to happen mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes, similar to how influenza and other respiratory illnesses spread.

The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus.  The Milford Health Department encourages everyone to practice good respiratory etiquette and to follow the precautions below to prevent illnesses such as influenza and COVID-19.

  • Maintain social distancing, keep 6’ between you and others.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol based hand sanitizer if soap and water are unavailable.
  • Stay home if you are sick.  Do not go to work or school. 
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue.
  • Routinely clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. (e.g., tables, countertops, light switches, doorknobs, and cabinet handles)
  • Monitor travel alerts issued by the CDC specific to COVID-19 if you are planning trips. These alerts can be found at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html.

You can also read about how COVID 19 spreads here

If you suspect you have been exposed to the COVID-19, please contact your health provider.

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Lost vaccination cards

CT WiZ-  Click here or Call (860) 509-7929 to request your Official Immunization Certificate. from the CT Immunization Information System (CT WiZ) at the Department of Public Health. Vaccination providers are required to report COVID-19 vaccinations to CT WiZ.

For additional information, please visit the following resources:

CT Department of Public Health:  https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Public-Health-Preparedness/Main-Page/2019-Nove...

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:   https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

CT Department of Public Health Data

Click here to see county level COVID-19 19 data