2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

CHI Memorial is closely monitoring all developments with COVID-19, and our staff is following the latest guidance from local and state health officials as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The safety of our visitors, patients, employees, and physicians remains our highest priority. We will continue to provide updates on this page as more information becomes available. 

Are you experiencing fever, cough, and shortness of breath? If you think you may have coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms or exposure, please stay at home to protect yourself and others. The best first step is one of our remote resources:

• Engage with our symptom checker chat box. Get your questions answered and be routed to the right care for your unique situation from this page.
• Start a virtual urgent care visit. We’re offering free video visits with a healthcare provider for people with mild or moderate symptoms using the coupon code COVID19.

• Do not go to the emergency room or urgent care unless symptoms are severe, such as high fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. Emergency rooms need to be able to serve those with the most critical needs. If you have milder symptoms like cough, low-grade fever, or other respiratory problems, contact your regular provider first.
• Stay home when sick.
• Practice excellent personal hygiene habits, including handwashing, coughing into tissue or elbow, avoid touching eyes, nose, or mouth.
• Stay informed via public health updates as information is changing frequently.

• Is it Flu or COVID-19 “Coronavirus Disease”? - English version
  
• Is it Flu or COVID-19 "Coronavirus Disease?" - Spanish version
• Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Overview and Infographic
• It's Cold and Flu Season – How are you protecting yourself?
• What to do if you are sick with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
• What you need to know about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

The following programs and meetings are suspended until further notice:

• Volunteer program. Many volunteers at CHI Memorial are over age 60 and are particularly vulnerable should they be infected with COVID-19.
• MaryEllen Locher Breast Center mobile mammography screening programs
• Center for Cancer Support group meetings
• CHI Memorial Metabolic and Bariatric Care educational seminars and support group meetings
• Pet therapy program
• Church meal service
• Farmer's market   
• Visiting musician’s program 
• Patient and Family Advisory Committee (PFAC) meetings
  
• Cardiac rehabilitation