FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 9, 2020

Cindy Riniker, Health Officer

608-326-0229

 Stay Safe by Practicing Religion and Spirituality from Home

Although the Governor lessened the restrictions on religious services, Public Health continues to ask that you practice your religious and spiritual beliefs from home.  This is the best way to keep you and your community safe.  Physical distancing is our only defense against this virus.

Community, faith- and spiritual-based organizations have an important role in slowing the spread of COVID-19, especially among high-risk populations. These organizations often nobly serve those who are most vulnerable, including people with heart disease, lung disease, and diabetes. These community members are at higher risk of developing severe COVID-19 illness. 

During this challenging time Cindy Riniker is “asking all of us to keep the faith, be hopeful for the future, and continue to follow the path of social distancing to keep everyone safe and healthy”.

If you have questions or immediate needs related to COVID-19, call 2-1-1 or text COVID-19 to 211-211. For up-to-date information, please frequently monitor the https://www.facebook.com/CrawfordCountyPHD; the https://www.crawfordcountywi.org/health.html, the DHS website for updates, and follow @DHSWI on Facebook and Twitter, or dhs.wi on Instagram. Additional information can be found on the CDC website.