Questions about COVID-19? Call 2-1-1 or text your ZIP Code to 898-211.
General Information: 
COVID-19 spreads when an infected person breathes out droplets and very small particles that contain the virus. These droplets and particles can be breathed in by other people or land on their eyes, noses, or mouth. In some circumstances, they may contaminate surfaces they touch.
Anyone infected with COVID-19 can spread it, even if they do NOT have symptoms. In addition to basic health and hygiene practices, like handwashing, CDC recommends some prevention actions at all COVID-19 Community Levels, which include:
- Staying Up to Date with COVID-19 Vaccines
- Improving Ventilation
- Getting Tested for COVID-19 If Needed
- Following the Recommendations for What to Do If You Have Been Exposed
- Staying Home If You Have Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19
- Seeking Treatment If You Have COVID-19 and Are at High Risk of Getting Very Sick
- Avoiding Contact with People Who Have Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms.
Possible symptoms include:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
COVID-19 Community-Level Data:
Know Your COVID-19 Community Level: Take action to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 based on the COVID-19 Community Level in your area.
Click here to see the Maryland Department of Health’s COVID-19 data.
COVID-19 Vaccine Data:
Click here to see CDC’s data for vaccinations by county.
Click here to see the Maryland Department of Health’s COVID-19 vaccination data
All additional data can be found here.
Appointments for Testing and Vaccination:
Feeling sick? Get tested for COVID-19! Use this link here to search for a testing center close to you. The Harford County Health Department offers rapid PCR COVID-19 testing using the Cepheid system. This is a billable service with sliding fee options. We will encourage those needing tests for travel to use this service and we will submit charges to their health insurance.
Appointments required. These can be scheduled by calling 410-612-1779.
Find a COVID‑19 vaccine near you! Vaccines.gov to find a location near you, then call or visit their website to make an appointment. The CDC recommends everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines for everyone 6 months and older.
Additional Resources:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Maryland Department of Health (MDH)
Did you lose your CDC card or need an extra copy of your COVID-19 vaccine verification ASAP? Click here and register to access your immunization history and download a copy of your COVID-19 vaccine info.
Frequently Asked Questions Concerning COVID and Travel:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/faqs.html
