Bridgette Hensley, Mayo Clinic Health System psychologist at Winneshiek Medical Center Decorah Clinic shares ways to help cope with our stress and anxiety during the Coronavirus (COVID – 19) outbreak. Dr. Hensley shares, “human beings tend to like some degree of predictability. It makes us feel safe, capable and effective. We know what to expect and we can prepare ourselves … [Read more...]
Fillmore County COVID-19 Case Update
On April 5, 2020, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) confirmed one new positive case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Fillmore County. This case involves a female in her 60s. As of April 5, 2020, the current coronavirus case counts for Fillmore County are below. Female Male Under … [Read more...]
Health Officials Confirm First Case of COVID-19 in Houston County
Houston County Public Health & Human Services was notified late on April 4th, 2020, by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) of a lab confirmed case of novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19 in Houston County. The patient is currently in isolation at home and is recovering. Houston County Public Health & Human Services is working with MDH and health care partners to … [Read more...]
Fillmore County COVID-19 Case Update
On April 2, 2020, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) confirmed one new positive case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Fillmore County. This case involves a male in his 50s. As of April 2, 2020, the current coronavirus case counts for Fillmore County are: Age 10-19 1 Female Age 20-29 1 Female Age 40-49 1 Female 2 Male Age 50-59 1 Male Age 60-69 1 … [Read more...]
Fillmore County COVID-19 Case Update
On March 31, 2020, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) confirmed one new positive case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Fillmore County. This case involves a female in her 40s. As of March 31 2020, the current coronavirus case counts for Fillmore County are below. Age 10-19 1 Female Age 20-29 1 Female Age 40-49 1 Female 2 Male Age 60-69 1 Female 2 … [Read more...]
Rural Finance Authority Funding to Allow COVID-19 Response
Gov. Tim Walz signs $330 million COVID-19 relief bill with RFA provision St. Paul, MN: Assistance from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture's (MDA) Rural Finance Authority (RFA) will be available to help farmers whose operations are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. A $330 million Minnesota COVID-19 relief bill Governor Tim Walz signed into law Saturday contains … [Read more...]
Zumbro Valley Health Center Serves Clients from the Safety of Their Homes
Rochester, MN • 3.31.20 – Zumbro Valley Health Center remains committed to supporting our clients, staff, providers, and community as we navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic. It is normal for people to experience feelings of fear, anxiety, stress, isolation, or depression – these are normal reactions to an abnormal situation. Our caring staff is proud to offer appointments … [Read more...]
Chatfield declares local emergency
At the March 23 Chatfield City Council meeting, a proclamation declaring a state of emergency due to the COVID-19 health pandemic was approved. Councilors Paul Novotny and Mike Urban were absent. The declaration “will invoke the city’s disaster plan and authorize other appropriate community containment and mitigation strategies.” City Clerk Joel Young explained the … [Read more...]
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Launches Emergency Child Care Grant Program in southern Minnesota at the request of Governor Walz
Licensed family- and center-based providers caring for children of emergency and essential workers are invited to apply for grants The six Minnesota Initiative Foundations (MIFs), including Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), have created an Emergency Child Care Grant Program to provide immediate financial support to licensed child care providers in Greater … [Read more...]
Governor Walz issues Stay at Home Order for Minnesotans
Executive order directs Minnesotans to limit movement to slow the spread of COVID-19 ST. PAUL, MN – To slow the spread of COVID-19 across the state, Governor Tim Walz today signed Executive Order 20-20 directing Minnesotans to stay at home and limit movements outside of their home beyond essential needs. This order takes effect at 11:59pm on Friday, March 27 and ends at … [Read more...]