DPH COVID-19 Update 6/23/2020

St. Louis County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Update June 23, 2020

Caution Fatigue

Even as St. Louis County continues to navigate the process of reopening, it’s crucial that people continue to follow local social-distancing guidelines and wearing masks. For some, caution fatigue may be starting to settle in and St. Louis County Department of Public Health encourages staying safe and focused on personal protective measures. Here are a few suggestions on healthy ways to cope with stress and caution fatigue:

• Know what to do if you are sick and are concerned about COVID-19.
• Know where and how to get treatment and other support services and resources, including counseling or therapy (in person or through tele-health services provided by DPH).
• Take care of your emotional health. This will help you think clearly and react to the urgent needs to protect yourself and your family.
• Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including those on social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
• Take care of your body.
  • Take deep breaths, stretch, or short walks.
  • Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
  • Exercise regularly.
  • Get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid excessive alcohol use and drug use.
• Make time to do some other activities you enjoy.
• Connect with others and talk with people you trust about your concerns.
• Connect with your community- or faith-based organizations. While social distancing measures are in place, consider connecting online, through social media, or by phone or mail.

Additional information on available resources can be found here.

Government Services

Up-to-date information on St. Louis County Government Services can now be found online here. Agencies and services are listed in alphabetical order. For questions, please call our St. Louis County Customer Service team at 314-615-5000 (Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm).

Government Services

The St. Louis County COVID-19 Hotline now covers CARES Act Programs implemented by the County in addition to the previous COVID-19 topics. The Hotline hours have also changed to enhance operations and now operate Monday through Friday, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm and Saturday, 8:00 am – Noon.

Dignified Transfer Center

The Dignified Transfer Center is currently accommodating 0 decedents. 57 additional individuals have been through the center and transported to a crematorium or funeral home, at the request of family. To date, 57 individuals have entered the Dignified Transfer Center.

Contact Information

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline can be reached at (877) 435-8411. St. Louis County COVID-19 website stlcorona.com.