Dear Cordova,
Here is the weekly Medical Provider update regarding COVID-19.
We continue with the joint preparation between CCMC, Ilanka Clinic and the City of Cordova.
We have obtained substantial testing ability for symptomatic people in our community. Currently have just over 900 kits. We continue to follow guidelines for testing. If you have symptoms, please call your provider for testing.
We monitor the CDC response and FDA approvals for screening tests for COVID-19. Once available, screening will be a very important part of our response.
We have increased medical supplies and medications to manage a potential surge in patients.
We are available as Medical Advisors to the city EOC/IMT and have provided suggestions for industries working in Cordova.
We have an emergency staffing plan in the event we have a surge of patients in Cordova.
Although we have had no positive tests to date, it does not mean that there is no virus in town. Many people, particularly young people do not have symptoms but can still pass the virus on to others.
Fishing season is beginning and the influx of people to our community has started. While other parts of the country are seeing the “flattening of the curve” and are discussing lightening restrictions, Cordova needs to remain cautious. Cordova has yet to see a Covid-19 case. During the next few weeks it is imperative that people in Cordova continue to follow social distancing guidelines and continue to be vigilant with infection control. We are ready to identify and manage cases as they come. Please encourage those with any symptoms to reach out to their healthcare provider.
Please continue wearing a mask in public, frequent hand washing and maintaining social distancing when out. This means staying 6 feet from non-household contacts, and not gathering into groups. The disease attacks the elderly and those with existing medical problems harder. Please assist your friends and neighbors with those issues by doing their shopping and errands for them.
Compliance with these guidelines will help us all return to work. It will also help us maintain our ability to continue working. Please continue to follow Cordova mandates and guidelines. We thank you for your support during this crisis.
Best,
Dr. Hannah Sanders,
Dr. Brian Iutzi,
Dr. Adam Woelk,
Dr. Kristel Rush,
Dr. Charles Blackadar,
Dr. Robert Ledda, and
Laura Henneker, FNP
