COVID-19
Updated Executive State Orders
All Colorado Public Health Orders and Governor’s Office Executive Orders relating to COVID-19 can be found here.
FCDPHE COVID-19 Website
Fremont County Department of Public Health has a new website for COVID-19 health and data information. Please visit https://www.fremonthealthdata.com for information on COVID-19 including stats, updates, dial level, vaccines, testing info, FAQs, and more.
COVID-19 Testing
Fremont County Department of Public Health and Environment (FCDPHE)
201 N. 6th Street
Open 8:00 am–4:00 pm
Monday through Saturday
Cañon City Drive-Thru COVID testing site is located at the Fremont County Department of Public Health & Environment building at 201 N 6th Street. Enter the site through the alley between FCDPHE and Greenwood Ave. Pre-registration for testing is encouraged - Click Here. For more information view the event flyer.
MAKO the Fremont County Community Testing Site will be CLOSING PERMANENTLY Monday July 31, 2023 at 4:00 P.M. The testing site will no longer be available come August 1, 2023.
Antibody Treatments
COVID-19 Vaccination Sign-Up
Individuals can pre-register for vaccinations with PrepMod, the State of Colorado's mass vaccination system. Prep Mod is a scheduling system that is now being utilized across the State of Colorado. The system will allow appointments to be scheduled by eligible individuals. Prep Mod will let Fremont County residents go online, fill out their personal information, sign proper COVID-19 vaccine consent forms, and select a date and time that best fits their schedule.
Sign up for a COVID-19 Vaccine appointment online.
If assistance is needed to schedule a COVID-19 vaccination, please call the Fremont County Department of Public Health and Environment at (719) 276-7450.
COVID-19 Resources
Free at Home COVID-19 Rapid Tests
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. Visit https://www.covidtests.gov
COVID-19 and Water Treatment
The coronavirus has no impact on the quality or supply of your tap water. According to the CDC, coronaviruses are susceptible to the same disinfection conditions as any other virus. As required for all municipal water systems, the treatment processes used at the Cañon City Water Treatment Plant remove or destroy 99.99% of all viruses.
For more information, visit the Environmental Protection Agency’s COVID-19 and drinking water web page and the CDC Water Transmission web page.
Reporting Issues to the City
Please report all non-emergency issues to the City through SeeClickFix.
What is Novel Coronavirus or COVID-19?
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.
More information from the CDC.
How can I keep myself safe?
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Wash your hands frequently with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds. Use at least 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
- Cover your coughs and sneezes with tissues, and discard used tissues in the trash.
- Avoid people who are sick with respiratory symptoms.
- Plan for ways to increase space between people to at least 6 feet.
- Clean frequently touched surfaces.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases.
The following symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure.
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately. Emergency warning signs include:
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion or inability to arouse
- Bluish lips or face
These lists are not all-inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.
Higher Risk Populations
- Older adults (over age 60), especially those over 80.
- People who have serious chronic medical conditions like:
- Diabetes
- Heart disease
- Lung disease
- Kidney disease
- Older people with chronic medical conditions are at the highest risk.
The CDC has put together information for understanding risk and higher risk groups..
Everyone’s daily preventive actions are important in reducing spread to people who may experience more severe illness.
How to Isolate
These instructions are for people who need to isolate because they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have symptoms for COVID19 and are waiting for test results.
Should I travel?
There is a risk of infection in areas with active outbreaks, both internationally and in the United States. Exposure to those who may have or have been exposed to the COVID-19 virus puts you at risk. Air travel and use of other forms of mass transportation can contribute to the spread of the virus.
If you have any personal travel planned, please check for travel advisories on the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment website (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/2019-novel-coronavirus) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html).
COVID-19 Business Resource Center
Updated daily, with real-world funding, resources, and support for small business owners adapting to the impacts of coronavirus.
More Information
- Centers for Disease Control
- Colorado Case Summary
- Colorado Department of Health
- FCPHE Facebook Updates
- Fremont County COVID-19 Dashboard
- GIS Interactive Map
- Governor's Facebook Page
- Higher Risk Persons
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Community Resources
- 2•1•1 Colorado
- Cañon City Schools RE-1
- Fremont County Closures
- Grab and Go Meals
- Internet Service Assistance
- Loaves & Fishes
- Restaurant Take Out List
- Salvation Army
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Atmos Energy is suspending disconnections and providing payment and financial assistance for those affected by COVID-19 (press release) www.atmosenergy.com/energyassistance
CO HELP Hotline
(877) 462-2911
Provides general information about COVID-19 in many non-English languages through language line interpreters.
Colorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
1-844-CO-4-Kids
co4kids.org
Colorado Crisis Services
1-844-493-TALK (8255) or Text "TALK" to 38255
Crisis Text Line
Text "HOME" To 741741
Family Crisis Services
(719) 275-2429
Meals on Wheels
(719) 275-8548
Medlife
(719) 545-3333
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233 or
Text "LOVEIS" to 22522
https://www.thehotline.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1- 800-273-TALK (8255)
For Deaf & Hard of Hearing Call 1-800-799-4889
En Español, 1-888-628-9454
Public Health Hotline
(719) 276-7421
Safe 2 Tell Colorado
safe2tell.org
Solvista Health
(719) 275-2351
https://solvistahealth.org
The Trevor Project
Call 1-866-488-7386 or
Text "START" to 678678