Coronavirus (COVID-19): General Information

This City of Austin webpage will show an updated count of confirmed cases in Austin-Travis County as well as resources for the public.

Complete a free online assessment questionnaire to preregister for a test.

Latest to the Stay Home -- Work Safe order.

Community Not Commodity has collected links to more than 75 resources that may help you, your family, and your neighbors while you’re practicing social distancing.

CommUnityCare plans to re-open clinics and open drive-up testing sites in eastern Travis county.

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid published important information for tenants facing eviction and renters protections under the CARES Act.

List of self organized mutual aid resources throughout Austin.

Across the United States there has been a spike in incidences of racial harassment and violence (hate-crimes) related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In order to report and track cases of racial harassment and violence, a coalition of Austin/Travis-county organizations has developed this survey.

Learn about what actions to take if you or someone in your family tests positive.

The Center for Disease Control shares information on preparing for and responding to COVID-19.

Coronavirus Online Therapy exists solely to connect those in need during this global pandemic, with licensed therapists nationwide who have made this promise to reduce their fees or offer pro-bono sessions.

Information on the background of the virus, summary of the situation and information on the CDC's response.

Articles and resources for hard-to-teach topics, chosen by the editors of Scholastic Classroom Magazines.

Coronavirus Online Therapy exists solely to connect those in need during this global pandemic, with licensed therapists nationwide who have made this promise to reduce their fees or offer pro-bono sessions.

Inside Journal offers a safe space to share the spectrum of emotions experienced by people around the world as we navigate COVID-19. The project recognizes that journaling can help process and preserve these complex emotions and invites contributors and readers to "share feelings, learn from one another, and put our creative minds to work."

Tips on hygiene and safe practices from the Center for Disease Control.

The City of Austin issued an updated Stay Home - Stay Safe order on April 13th. As part of this update, everyone over the age of ten must wear a face covering over their nose and mouth when in a public building, using public transportation or ride shares, pumping gas and while outside when six feet of physical distancing cannot be consistently maintained.

Instructions from the CDC on the proper use of face masks as well as a pattern for making your own.

Made Everyday's tutorial for creating your own face mask.

The New York Times offers "dos and don'ts" of face masks and lists several options for making your own.

Austin Public Health invites you to participate in a virtual forum—COVID-19 and the African American Community. Hear from a community panel, get answers to your questions live, and provide input about how we can make improvements.
Use this online form anytime before the event to submit your questions: bit.ly/AACAPH

Tune in and be a part of the conversation Saturday, July 18 at 10am: Facebook.com/AustinPublicHealth

Free workshops for youth and adults covering a variety of topics including.

1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

512-472-HELP (4357)

1-800-252-5400

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Out of Area Phone: 512-974-2000
TDD/TTY: 512-972-9848

This interactive map contains updated information on the number of confirmed cases and their outcomes throughout the world.

World Health Organization's interactive map of confirmed cases.

SNOPES researches online claims to determine the validity and identify hoaxes.

Some common myths set straight.

Building Media Literacy Skills During a Pandemic