Covid-19 Information

What is the coronavirus?

Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). Coronavirus is a new strain that includes respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, the infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure, and even death. 

Where can I find additional resources?

• You can find local information at the Allen County Health Department in the link below.
  Allen County Department of Health Website.
• You can find community providers and their contact information at the following link.
  Community Providers Website.
• You can find state information and updates from the Governor at the State’s Corona Virus Information Page. Coronavirus.IN.Gov.
• Find the Center for Disease Control and Preventions guidelines and additional information on the Coronavirus below.
  CDC Coronavirus Website 

What can you do to help?

• You can help Allen County prepare to help the community by completing the community readiness at the following link.  Allen County Survey.
• Follow social distancing guidelines.  You can find additional information at this link:
  Social Distancing Informational Website.

Resources for Business

• Greater Fort Wayne, Inc has created a resource page for businesses.
  GFW Business Resource Website
• To review Coronavirus guidelines from the U.S. Small Business Administration follow the link below.
  U.S Small Business Administration Website