2/14/2022: Latest press release from Foothills Health District
February 14, 2022
The McDowell County Health Department has been notified that 104 additional McDowell County residents have tested positive for novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). We are saddened to report 4 additional deaths due to COVID-19. Presently, there are 464 individuals in quarantine, 12,016 out of quarantine and 166 deaths. McDowell County’s 14-day positivity rate is 23.0%. Additional information can be found on McDowell County’s COVID-19 data dashboard and can be viewed by clicking the following link: http://www.mcdowellem.com/covid-19-information.html
COVID-19 Testing Information:
Upcoming testing locations and hours can be found by visiting:
http://www.mcdowellem.com/testing-and-vaccinations.html
McDowell County COVID-19 Testing Providers
- Andor Labs: 1155 N. Main St Marion, NC (on the left side of the Lady Marian Plaza)
- CVS Pharmacy: (828)652-4343, 555 N. Main St, Marion, NC
- Prescription Pad of Marion: (828)659-9727, 1211 N. Main St, Marion, NC
- McDowell Medical Associates: (828)652-8727, 2293 Sugar Hill Rd, Marion, NC
- Mission My Care Now: (828)652-1400, 430 Rankin Dr, Marion, NC
- Lake James Urgent Care: (828)707-7272
Upcoming vaccination locations and hours can be found by visiting:
http://www.mcdowellem.com/testing-and-vaccinations.html
The McDowell County Health Department will begin offering COVID-19 vaccine appointments Monday-Friday to offer more flexibility in scheduling for the public. You can now receive your COVID-19 vaccine at the Health Department Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please call the McDowell County Health Department at 828-652-6811 if you have questions or would like to set up an appointment to get your vaccine. Homebound citizens who want the vaccine but are unable to reach a vaccination site are encouraged to contact the Health Department (828-652-6811 ext. 363) to have the vaccine delivered and administered at their home.
McDowell County COVID-19 Vaccination Providers
- CVS Pharmacy: (828)652-4343, 555 N. Main St, Marion, NC
- Prescription Pad of Marion: (828)659-9727, 1211 N. Main St, Marion, NC
- Ingles Pharmacy: (828)652-7105, 625 W. Henderson St, Marion, NC
- Walmart Pharmacy: (828)652-1498, 2875 Sugar Hill Rd, Marion, NC
- McDowell County Health Department: (828)652-6811, extension 363
- First Doses: 24,979 (57% of residents ages 5 and older)
- Second Doses: 23,450 (54% of residents ages 5 and older)
- Booster Doses: 9,469
COVID-19 Outbreak Information:
Emergency Services and Public Health staff continue to offer assistance and logistical support to facilities that are experiencing current outbreaks of COVID-19. Outbreaks are defined by DHHS as: two or more cases of COVID-19 in a congregate living facility within 28 days. The current outbreaks in McDowell County are:
Outbreaks
- Autumn Care of Marion: a total of 24 staff members and 5 residents have tested positive.
- Deer Park Health & Rehabilitation: a total of 25 staff members and 48 residents have tested positive.
- Cedarbrook Residential: a total of 25 staff members and 20 residents have tested positive.
- Marion Correctional Institute: a total of 35 staff members and 82 inmates have tested positive.
- McDowell Assisted Living: a total of 9 staff members and 25 residents have tested positive.
- Lake James Lodge: a total of 5 staff members and 13 residents have tested positive.
Address/Location
McDowell County Emergency Management
129 Barnes Rd
Marion, NC 28752
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 828-652-3241
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