The federal public health emergency declarations for COVID-19 are officially over. Over the last three years Mesa County Public Health scaled operations quickly and strategically adjusted based on the needs of the community.
COVID-19 will continue to be part of our lives. But we’ve learned a lot about how to prevent and control the spread.
We’ll continue to support Mesa County through disease surveillance, outbreak control, and vaccines.
Your Local COVID-19 Resources Page
We’ve made it even easier to find the information you need.
Our Info Line is also available to answer your questions at 970-248-6900.
Find current Mesa County COVID-19 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Follow local COVID-19, flu, and RSV data on our What’s Going Around page.
Discover local data from the historic COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Tests Available at Mesa County Public Health
Kits can be picked up at the kiosk inside the Health and Human Services Building, 510 29 1/2 Road in Grand Junction. Limit 2 boxes per person.
WHEN TO TEST
- If you have symptoms. Symptoms include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and new loss of taste or smell.
- After exposure to someone with COVID-19. Wait five full days to test after being exposed.
- Test when you have symptoms or before gatherings, especially those who are at risk of severe illness.
Stay up to date with vaccines.
A vaccine is the best tool we have to prevent the worst outcomes from COVID-19. New COVID-19 vaccines are available by appointment only. Call 970-248-6900 to schedule an appointment.Read current vaccine recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).Test when you have symptoms.
COVID-19 testing helps you understand your risk for spreading the virus to others.
Testing Options
Did you test positive for COVID-19? Help us understand local trends.
Don’t know if your at-home COVID-19 testing kit is still good to use? Check the Food and Drug Administration website to see if your at-home testing kit expiration date has been extended.
Stay up to date with vaccines.
A vaccine is the best tool we have to prevent the worst outcomes from COVID-19. Schedule your appointment over the phone. Call 970-248-6900.Read current vaccine recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).Stay home when you’re sick.
Call your primary care provider to learn about treatment options. Learn how long to stay home after testing positive for COVID-19.COVID-19 impacted every one.
Our Resource Navigators help anyone in Mesa County who needs support.
Resources include things like:
- Behavioral Health
- Childcare
- Educational Programs
- Employment Services
- Disability Services
- Family Support
- Food Assistance
- Medical Health and Health Coverage
- Help with Utility Bills
- Veteran Services
Local COVID-19 Response
Meet the team who worked through the historic pandemic.