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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center

Your Source for Information

As the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread, BayCare is determined to do its part to keep the local community informed about preparation, protection and potential impact. We are monitoring the outbreak and communicating regularly with local practitioners and government officials to serve and protect patients, team members and the community.

Find Testing Locations Near You

Find Testing Locations Near You

The Vaccine: What You Need to Know

The Vaccine: What You Need to Know

Use Our COVID-19 Screening Tool

Use Our COVID-19 Screening Tool

Affected Services & Closures

Affected Services & Closures

Need a COVID-19 test?

If you think you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, the online screening tool helps direct you to the right care and resources including community testing sites and BayCare Urgent Care testing sites.

Find your nearest testing site.

Remember to only go to our Emergency Rooms if you have an emergency – our ERs are NOT offering free public testing. Getting your COVID-19 test done at a BayCare Emergency Room will result in additional facility and physician fees.
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What You Need to Know about the Omicron Variant

The CDC has classified Omicron a variant of concern. Dozens of cases have already been reported across the country.  If you have questions about Omicron, read the latest information on the variant and what we can expect.  
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What Parents Need to Know About the Pfizer Vaccine for Children 5 to 11

As COVID-19 continues to spread unpredictably in our communities, the Pfizer vaccine is now available under emergency use authorization for 28 million children ages 5 to 11 across the U.S.

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COVID-19 Booster Shots: Everything You Need to Know

The FDA has approved under emergency use authorization (EUA) a single COVID-19 booster shot from Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson for vaccinated individuals in certain populations.

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COVID-19 Vaccines: Myths vs. Science

The good news for moving past the COVID-19 pandemic: More and more people are getting vaccinated. The bad news: Misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines continues to spread, fueling vaccine hesitancy.

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What to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines and the Delta Variant

Been waiting to get a COVID-19 vaccine? You now have one more motivator to get the shot: The Delta variant. Dr. Nishant Anand, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of BayCare, provides information about the Delta variant, myths and facts about the vaccine and why wearing a mask works.

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What You Need to Know about the COVID-19 Delta Variant

The Delta variant is believed to be more contagious, creating higher viral loads in infected individuals and making them infectious sooner.

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Services Available To You

COVID-19 Online Screening Tool

COVID-19 Screening

If you're concerned about COVID-19, use our new online screening tool to check your symptoms. The screening is based on the most up-to-date clinical protocols from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and will guide you to the next best steps for care.

Start Your Screening Now
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Telehealth Services at BayCare

BayCare offers convenient access to high-quality care through a mobile app accessible with a smartphone or other digital device. 

Access Telehealth services
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Screenings and Testing

Learn about pre-screening options and where COVID-19 testing is available. 

Learn about testing options
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Affected Services

Find out which facilities and services may be impacted as we help serve the public health needs in our community.

LEARN MORE ABOUT AFFECTED SERVICES
Frequently asked questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to some of the most common questions about COVID-19, how BayCare is responding and how to stay healthy. 

Frequently Asked Questions
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Wellness Resources

Looking for ways to stay healthy during this time? Read, watch and listen to these health and wellness tips. 

Find Health and Wellness Content

Coronavirus News and Updates

test tube with omicron on the label

What You Need to Know about the Omicron Variant

The CDC has classified Omicron a variant of concern. Dozens of cases have already been reported across the country.  If you have questions about Omicron, read the latest information on the variant and what we can expect.  
Learn More
A male healthcare provider is giving a vaccination to a girl.

What Parents Need to Know About the Pfizer Vaccine for Children 5 to 11

As COVID-19 continues to spread unpredictably in our communities, the Pfizer vaccine is now available under emergency use authorization for 28 million children ages 5 to 11 across the U.S.

Learn More
A healthcare provider is preparing to give a vaccination.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Everything You Need to Know

The FDA has approved under emergency use authorization (EUA) a single COVID-19 booster shot from Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson for vaccinated individuals in certain populations.

Learn More
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Community Resources

BayCare and community partners with All4HealthFL have compiled a list of resources available to support community members during this public health situation.

LEARN ABOUT AVAILABLE RESOURCES AT ALL4HEALTHFL.ORG

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