***Governor Little to host tele-townhall on Tuesday, March 17 from 12:00-1:00 PM Mountain Time. Details here.***

See if our FAQ answers your questions. If not, call 2-1-1 or your local public health district with questions.

Idaho public health officials are monitoring the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) situation very closely. Idaho is currently reporting five cases.

Officials are working with CDC and other states and are also in regular communication with Idaho public health districts and healthcare providers around the state. We are prepared to respond if someone is sick or exposed. 

Idaho COVID-19 public health monitoring and testing*

Total number of people monitored by Idaho public health (past & present)	69
Number of people no longer being monitored by public health	38
Number of people tested through the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories‡	234
Number of people tested through commercial laboratories†	36
Number of lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases in Idaho	5

* Data as of 8:25 a.m. MT 3/16/2020
^‡ Includes 4 Oregon residents tested in Idaho
^†Some people may receive multiple tests

Everyone should take precautions to avoid all respiratory diseases, including staying home if you’re sick, avoiding sick people, and covering your coughs and sneezes with the crook of your elbow or a tissue. 

Latest Updates

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Governor’s Updates

• Governor Little issues statement following first confirmed case of coronavirus in Idaho, 3/13/20
• Governor signs proactive emergency declaration to further prevent coronavirus spread in Idaho, 3/13/20 – Access the emergency declaration here
• Governor and Idaho Legislature advance $2 million in state funds for coronavirus response, 3/6/20
• Governor’s message on Coronavirus: Idaho is prepared, do your part to prevent spread, 3/4/20