Edited Release
05/02/22
Johnson County Public Health will launch an electronic COVID-19 self-reporting form to provide the public the ability to share their positive rapid antigen at-home test kit result.
In a release from the Department, they explain that rapid antigen tests administered at home are not reported to the state’s disease surveillance system or counted when reporting case numbers. The information reported to JCPH will not affect the CDC’s COVID-19 Community Level, but the self-reporting information will provide better insight into local community transmission as JCPH continues to monitor COVID-19 disease trends.
During the past week, there has been a 62% increase in cases from the previous week, and Johnson County is now considered at a Medium level of Community Transmission. With the increase in the number of people testing at home rather than through a doctor’s office, the true number of cases is likely much higher. By tracking at home tests JCPH staff will have a more accurate picture of the prevalence of COVID-19 in our community and be more equipped to provide the best possible guidance to our community.
While cases are incrementally increasing, severity of the disease remains low due to low COVID-19 hospital admissions and reported deaths due to COVID-19. “
If you or someone you know tests positive for COVID-19, please go to the JCPH website for up to date isolation and quarantine guidance. If you have further questions about COVID-19 illness, exposure or vaccination, please contact Johnson County Public Health at 319-356-6040 or jcpublichealth@johnsoncountyiowa.org.
The reporting form is located here: https://johnsoncountyiowa.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3mJrBn5fyuhHDHE