COVID-19

Responsible Restart Ohio

Responsible RestartOhio is about protecting the health of employees, customers, and their families; supporting community efforts to control the spread of the virus; and, leading in responsibly getting Ohio back to work.

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Economic Resources for Individuals and Families

Ohioans are facing new financial challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and state agencies have a number of programs and policies in place to help them weather the storm.

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Talking To Kids - COVID-19 Checklist

The COVID-19 pandemic can be overwhelming for parents and concerning to children. Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, MD, MPH, recommends that parents and others who work with young people strive to help them feel understood, empowered, and hopeful. She offers the below guidelines.

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Together Ohio

We are all in this together, Ohio. If you are interested in helping your fellow Ohioans, please email together@governor.ohio.gov with your name, contact information, and how you are interested in helping.

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COVID-19: Myths Versus Facts

Separating the myths from the facts about coronavirus disease 2019.

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Questions about COVID-19

Ohio Department of Health call center is ready to answer your questions about COVID-19

Call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH (1-833-427-5634)

The Call Center is staffed from 9 a.m to 8 p.m each day, including weekends.

31,625

Confirmed Cases

2,290

CDC Expanded Case Definition (Probable)

33,915

Total Cases

5,811

Number of Hospitalizations in Ohio

1,888

Confirmed Deaths

210

CDC Expanded Death Definition (Probable)

2,098

Total Deaths

1,516

Number of ICU Admissions

<1-109

Age Range

Median Age

52%*

Sex - Males

47%*

Sex - Females

covid-last-updated 05/28/2020 (Updated daily at 2 p.m.) *<1% sex not reported

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COVID-19 Update: Testing, Assisted Living Visitation, Premium Deferrals, Fairs

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

5/28/20

COVID-19 Update: Congregate Care Unified Response Teams

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

5/26/20

Governor Announces New Health Orders Signed 5/22

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced that the following orders have been signed by Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH:

5/22/20

Guidance for Baseball, Softball, Batting Cages, Golf Courses, Miniature Golf, Local and Public Pools and Aquatic Centers

All baseball, softball, batting cages, golf courses, miniature golf, local and public pools and aquatic centers, tennis facilities, skills training for all sports, and general non-contact sports including bowling alleys are permitted to reopen or remain open within the State so long as all safety standards are met.

5/22/20

Director’s Order that Reopens Gyms, Dance Instruction Studios, and Other Personal Fitness Venues, with Exceptions

The sacrifices and incredible efforts that Ohioans have undertaken, make it possible to begin to lift the mandatory requirements and restrictions that were needed during the initial phase of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

5/22/20

Third Amended Order the Closure of All K-12 Schools in the State of Ohio

All school buildings that provide any kindergarten through grade twelve instruction in the State of Ohio are to remain closed to students until 11:59 p.m. on June 30, 2020.

5/22/20

COVID-19 Update: Efforts to Improve Minority Health, New Sector Openings

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

5/21/20

Governor Announces New Health Orders Signed

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced that the following orders have been signed by Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH:

5/20/20

COVID-19 Minority Health Strike Force Report

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, evidence has shown that communities of color have been disproportionately affected by the virus, especially African American and Latino communities.

5/20/20

COVID-19 Update: Ohioans Protecting Ohioans Urgent Health Advisory

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

5/19/20

Flatten The Curve

4/12/20

COVID-19 Q&A with Dr. Randy Marriott

COVID-19 Q&A with Dr. Randy Marriott - Director, EMS Center of Excellence Premier Health

4/12/20

Dr Acton and Dr. Armstrong 4-9-2020

4/12/20

COVID-19: We're All in This Together Ohio

4/12/20

Dr. Acton Discusses Steps You Can Take to Prepare During Illness

3/2/20

Public Health Orders

Read the public health and executive orders signed by the governor and health director in response to COVID-19.

Guidance on Dispute Resolutions for Essential and Non-Essential Businesses

In accordance with the Stay Safe Ohio order issued April 30, 2020, by Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH under the direction of Governor Mike DeWine, the following is guidance regarding dispute resolutions for disagreements over whether a workplace is permitted or not permitted to operate.

Economic Resources for Individuals and Families

Ohioans are facing new financial challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and state agencies have a number of programs and policies in place to help them weather the storm.

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