
COVID-19 Resources & Updates
On May 11, the COVID-19 US public health emergency ended. Right now, everyone in Mecklenburg County can still get free or low-cost COVID-19 care while supplies last, including vaccines, at-home test kits, and treatment. As supplies run out, however, these items may have associated costs.
We remain committed to ensuring that all community members have access to COVID-19 care, including vaccines, at-home test kits, and face masks. Please use the interactive map to find locations near you.
Mecklenburg County COVID-19 Data as of May 25, 2023*
*NOTE: With the end of the public health emergency (PHE) declaration on May 11, 2023, the CDC changed how it reports COVID-19 data. As a result, the dashboard on this page displays a different set of measures than were previously reported.
Emergency Department (ED) Visits for COVID-19-like Illness in Mecklenburg County | |||
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During May 5-18, 2023, there were 238 ED visits for COVID-19-like illness.
As of May 25, 2023, the COVID-19 hospital admission level in Mecklenburg County is LOW. Take the following safety precautions*:
* People may choose to wear a mask at any time. People with COVID-19 symptoms, positive COVID-19 test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask around others. |
Wastewater Monitoring in Mecklenburg County | |||
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As of May 24, 2023, the SARS-CoV-2 virus was found in wastewater in the following amounts:
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Surveillance of Variants in North Carolina | |||
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During April 23 – May 6, 2023, the following strains of the SARS-CoV-2 virus were present in North Carolina:
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