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Letter to the Public COVID-19

August 6, 2020

Posted By Kirby Medical Center

Kirby Medical Center, Dewitt-Piatt Health Department, and Piatt County Emergency Management Agency continue to maintain collaborative, regular, daily communication regarding coronavirus, COVID-19. As always, know that we are all working very hard to assure the health and safety of all. Area residents can take many steps to help prevent the spread of illness, including COVID-19. We are receiving updates for guidance ...

How Safe is Your Sunscreen?

July 15, 2020

Posted By kirby Medical Center

Sunscreen and the Protection of Your Skin Now that summer is in full swing, you’re probably spending more time outdoors than any other season. Whether you enjoy lounging poolside or a day on the lake, protecting your skin from harmful UV rays with sunscreen can help reduce your risk of skin cancer and other skin-related conditions such as sunspots or fine lines and wrinkles. However, how do you know if the ...

Guidance on the Use of Masks by the General Public

April 10, 2020

Posted By Kirby Medical Center

SARS-CoV-2 is a novel coronavirus that has emerged and caused coronavirus disease (abbreviated as COVID-19). Public health experts continue to learn about COVID-19, but based on current data and similar coronaviruses, the virus is believed to be spread between close contacts via respiratory droplets or contact with contaminated surfaces. While staying home, social distancing, and strict hand hygiene are still ...

COVID-19 Visitor Guidelines

March 18, 2020

Posted By Kirby Medical Center

KMC COVID-19 GUIDELINES If you have symptoms such as cough, fever, chills, running nose, sore throat, diarrhea, vomiting or muscle aches, you could have a virus. This virus COULD BE COVID-19. While your symptoms could be the cause of many viruses or illnesses, the following precautions must be maintained until you receive your results: Stay home unless your symptoms are emergent: difficulty breathing, chest pain, ...