COVID-19 Resources for Student Health Services

Questions about Covid-19 should be directed to the Kentucky Department of Public Health's hotline at (800) 722-5725.

Covid-19 is a respiratory disease caused by SARS-CoV-2, discovered in 2019.  This virus is thought to spread mainly from person to person through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or coughs.  Some people who are infected may not have symptoms.  For those who have symptoms, illness can range from mild to severe. Adults age 65 and older or those with underlying health conditions are at higher risk for severe illness. 

Symptoms can present within 2 and 14 days after exposure. 

**January 21st Webcast Discussing new Department for Public Health Covid-19 Guidance for K-12 Schools**

PowerPoint Slides from January 21st Webcast - Department for Public Health Covid-19 Guidance for K-12 Schools
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Kentucky Department of Public Health K-12 Guidance for School Operations for In Person Learning 2021-2022

CDC Response Regarding Nebulizer Treatments and Suctioning in the School Setting During Covid-19

The following provide additional information.

Sample Flu Plan/Matrix

Asthma, Allergies and Covid-19 Resources​

Center for Disease Control and Prevention Covid-19 Resources

CDC Covid-19 School Setting Resources

American Academy of Pediatrics Covid-19 Guidance for Safe Schools

National Association of School Nurses Covid-19 Resources

Telehealth from Community Agencies Working in Kentucky Public Schools