MHC COVID HOTLINE: 833-442-7015
If you are concerned you may have been exposed to COVID-19, please call the Hotline before arriving at the Emergency Room or local clinic.
COVID-19 testing is available in Kotzebue at the Airport Testing Site (old RAVN building) Monday-Friday from 7:00am-7:00pm and Saturday & Sunday from 10:00am-7:00pm.
Only patients with scheduled appointments will be tested at Maniilaq Health Center. If you have an appointment please enter through the main entrance then proceed to the registration desk.
COVID-19 CASE COUNTS IN MANIILAQ SERVICE AREA (MSA)
DATA CURRENT AS OF 12/5/2021 - ACTIVE CASES ARE UPDATED EVERY MONDAY or TUESDAY
MSA RESIDENT CASES
(incl. PHO)
2,565
NON-RESIDENT MSA CASES
90
RECOVERED IN MSA (incl. non-res)
2,557
COVID-19 VACCINES GIVEN IN MSA (first doses)
4,783
HOSPITALIZATIONS (cumulative)
40
DECEASED CASES
11
COVID-19 VACCINE
The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect you from getting COVID-19. Wearing masks and social distancing help reduce your chance of being exposed to the virus or spreading it to others, but these measures are not enough. Vaccines will work with your immune system so it will be ready to fight the virus if you are exposed. The combination of getting vaccinated and following CDC’s recommendations to protect yourself and others will offer the best protection from COVID-19.
% of Eligible Individuals Vaccinated (first doses, 12 years +)
DATA CURRENT AS OF 12/6/2021
Ambler 71%
Buckland 75%
Deering 64%
Kiana 65%
Kivalina 50%
Kobuk 83%
Kotzebue 87%
Noatak 43%
Noorvik 60%
Point Hope 36%
Selawik 52%
Shungnak 75%
TOTAL
69%
MANIILAQ COVID-19 PRESS RELEASES
- December 6: 12 MSA Residents + 2 Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19
- December 3: 53 MSA Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
- November 29: 8 MSA Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
- November 29: 62 MSA Residents + 1 Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19
- November 22: 20 MSA Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
- November 19: 74 MSA Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
- November 15: 32 MSA Residents + 2 Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19
- November 12: 85 MSA Residents + 4 Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19
- November 9: 123 MSA Residents and 7 Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19
- November 1: 123 MSA Residents and 3 Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19
HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
Everyone should take precautions against COVID-19, but elders, people with chronic heart or lung conditions, people who are pregnant, and people with weakened immune systems are considered higher risk.
HUNKER DOWN
Stay home except for essential activities.
Social
Distance
Stay at least 6 feet away from anyone who doesn’t live with you.
COVER
YOUR FACE
Wear a cloth face covering when you are in public areas.
Wash
Hands
Use soap and water to thoroughly wash your hands for at least 20 seconds.
DON'T
TOUCH FACE
Avoid touching your face, especially around your eyes, nose and mouth.
COVER COUGH
& SNEEZES
Cough or sneeze into your elbow or a tissue.
DISINFECT
SURFACES
Regularly disinfect surfaces, especially ones people touch frequently.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE SICK
Common symptoms of COVID-19 are fatigue, fever and a dry cough, sometimes causing shortness of breath. Other symptoms include chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or a new loss of taste or smell. If you are concerned you have been exposed to COVID-19 please call the Maniilaq Health Center Hotline at 833-442-7015 so a health care provider can assist you.
SELF
ISOLATE
Confine yourself to a room separate from your family, using a separate bathroom if possible.
Call
MANIILAQ HOTLINE
Call the COVID-19 Hotline so a health care provider can give you further instructions.
DO NOT SHARE
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
Use separate dishes, glasses, utensils, and towels, or consider using disposable items.
MONITOR
SYMPTOMS
Call the Maniilaq COVID-19 Hotline if you experience chest tightness, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing.
MANIILAQ RESOURCES
- Monoclonal Antibody Infusion Process
- COVID-19 Vaccine Update for 5-11yrs
- FAQ COVID-19 Vaccine for Children 5-11
- COVID-19 Preventative Actions
- What to do after a positive COVID-19 test
- If you have been exposed to COVID-19
- COVID-19 General Fact Sheet
- Understanding COVID-19 Vaccines
- FAQs about COVID-19 Vaccination
- COVID-19 Vaccines Common Questions
- Youth Vaccines
- COVID-19 Prevent Spread in the Home
- COVID-19 Caring for Someone at Home
- DOOR SIGN - isolating and quarantine
- DOOR SIGN - social distancing
CDC/STATE RESOURCES
VILLAGE MANDATES
You can find any travel restrictions in effect on the Northwest Arctic Borough's website click here for more information.