COVID-19 Information and Resources
While the federal COVID-19 public health emergency declaration is over, COVID-19 is still affecting our community. Here are resources you can use to stay healthy.
For those experiencing symptoms or exposed to COVID-19
Follow CDC guidance on when to get tested. People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may change with new COVID-19 variants and can vary depending on vaccination status. Check the CDC list of symptoms for more information.
Other circumstances
You do not have to experience symptoms or exposure to get tested. Testing may be recommended or required for a variety of reasons, including travel or attending a crowded event.
The CDC’s viral testing tool can be used to decide when you should get tested and how to understand your results.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention strongly encourage everyone who uses a self-test to report any positive results to their health care provider. Health care providers can ensure that those who have tested positive for COVID-19 receive the most appropriate medical care, including specific treatments if necessary.
Some local public health departments are asking residents to consider voluntarily sharing at-home COVID-19 test results:
For those experiencing symptoms or exposed to COVID-19
Follow CDC guidance on when to get tested. People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may change with new COVID-19 variants and can vary depending on vaccination status. Check the CDC list of symptoms for more information.
Other circumstances
You do not have to experience symptoms or exposure to get tested. Testing may be recommended or required for a variety of reasons, including travel or attending a crowded event.
The CDC’s viral testing tool can be used to decide when you should get tested and how to understand your results.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention strongly encourage everyone who uses a self-test to report any positive results to their health care provider. Health care providers can ensure that those who have tested positive for COVID-19 receive the most appropriate medical care, including specific treatments if necessary.
Some local public health departments are asking residents to consider voluntarily sharing at-home COVID-19 test results:
Community testing resources
Local Health Departments
Home testing
Free at-home tests
- Order free at-home test kits through USPS.
- Project ACT offers free at-home test kits to Kansas residents.
Local Pharmacies
Some local pharmacies also offer COVID testing, or sell at-home tests, including:
Vaccines
The COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective and available free of charge to everyone ages 6 months and older living in the United States, regardless of immigration or health insurance status.
- Use the Vaccine Finder website to find a vaccination site, get a ride to a vaccine or get answers to questions.
- Text your ZIP code to GETVAX (438829) in English, or VACUNA (822862) in Spanish, to get local vaccine information. Or you can call 1-800-232-0233 to find locations near you in the U.S.
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 Vaccines
There are currently four COVID-19 vaccines. Vaccine recommendations are based on age, the first vaccine received and time since last dose. It’s important to stay updated on the latest recommendations and guidance. Visit the CDC website for more information.
Local Vaccine Resources
Local health departments are providing COVID-19 vaccines and vaccine information.