Kentucky's COVID-19 Hotline:
(800) 722-5725
Non-Compliance Hotline: (833)597-2337
Coronavirus/COVID-19 Information
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a new disease that causes respiratory illness in people and can spread from person to person. This virus was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. COVID-19 is not the same as the typical coronaviruses that commonly circulate and cause a mild, common cold.
To learn more about COVID-19, click here to visit the CDC's index webpage.
Community Guidance
Kentucky's COVID-19 Hotline:
(800)722-5725
Kentucky's COVID-19 Reporting Hotline:1-833-597-2337
Updated 1/22/2021
Note: Monitoring data is dynamic and may change as more information becomes available.
Confirmed Cases
Kentucky: 340,779
Barren River District: 23,506

Recovered Cases: 20,018
Deaths: 249
Past Executive Orders

*Please note that a decrease in numbers is due to the county of residence/case status being corrected/updated from what was previously reported.
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How To Prepare
There is currently no vaccine for COVID-19. The best way to avoid being exposed is to take the same preventative measure you would for any other respiratory disease, such as the flu. Take the following steps:
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Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
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Stay home when you are sick.
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Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
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Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
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Observe regular handwashing guidelines.
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Follow CDC recommendations for using a facemask.
For more information about preparing for COVID-19, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/.
Who is Most at Risk?
Early information out of China, where COVID-19 first started, shows that some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. This includes:
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Older adults
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People who have serious chronic medical conditions like:
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Heart disease
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Diabetes
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Lung disease
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If you are at higher risk of developing complications from COVID-19, you should:
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Stock up on supplies such as prescription medications and necessary medical devices.
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Take everyday precautions to keep space between yourself and others.
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When you go out in public, keep away from others who are sick, limit close contact and wash your hands often.
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Avoid crowds as much as possible.
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Avoid cruise travel and non-essential air travel.
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During a COVID-19 outbreak in your community, stay home as much as possible to further reduce your risk of being exposed.
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To learn more visit cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-risk-complications
Planning Travel?
The CDC provides guidance regarding travel. To find this information, visit cdc.gov/travel.
For a map of COVID-19 cases confirmed globally, visit cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/locations-confirmed-cases