COVID-19
COVID-19 is here to stay, but we can take steps to protect ourselves, our families, and our community members. Tools such as at-home testing, prevention measures, immunizations, and effective treatments, help to keep our communities safe and healthy.
Data Dashboard
Visit the Washington State Department of Health COVID-19 Dashboard to find current trends for Island County.
COVID-19 Call Center
The Island County COVID-19 Call Center can be reached 8 AM to 4:30 PM Monday-Friday at 360-678-2301 for the following:
- To pick up free at-home COVID test kits for your family, or for future gatherings.
- For information about COVID-19, including prevention steps and immunization guidance.
Who Should Vaccinate
A COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older. Vaccination is especially important for individuals at greater risk for severe disease including older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Vaccination decreases disease severity and helps prevent Long COVID, which can last for an extended duration following infection.
Finding Updated 2023-24 COVID-19 Vaccines
- Island Drug, Clinton, 360-341-3885
- Island Drug, Oak Harbor, 360-675-6688
- Saar’s Super Saver, Oak Harbor, 360-675-3000
- Rite Aid, Freeland, 360-331-4700
- Rite Aid, Oak Harbor, 360-679-3522
- Safeway, Oak Harbor, 360-240-1063
- Walgreens, Oak Harbor, 360-675-3497
- Walmart, Oak Harbor, 360-279-0671
- WhidbeyHealth Community Pharmacy, Coupeville, 360-678-8640
- Naval Health Clinic Oak Harbor, 360-257-9591
Free Updated COVID-19 Vaccinations for uninsured/underinsured adults
Adults 18 years and older without health insurance and adults whose health insurance does not cover all COVID-19 vaccine costs can get free updated COVID-19 vaccines through the Bridge Access Program. Visit vaccines.gov to find providers that offer free COVID-19 vaccines through the Bridge Access Program.
Bridge Access Program providers on Whidbey Island include:
- Island Drug in Oak Harbor, Clinton and LaConner
- Saar’s Super Savers in Oak Harbor
- Walgreen’s in Oak Harbor
Free COVID-19 Home Test Kits
Every U.S. household may place an order to receive four free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home. Visit https://www.covid.gov/tests If you need a home test kit immediately, ICPH supplies the following locations with test kits available to the public:
Camano Island
| Clinton
| Coupeville
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Freeland
| Langley
| Oak Harbor
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Prevention Guidance
Current COVID-19 Community Level: Low Last Updated October 17, 2023 |
At all COVID-19 community levels:
- Stay up to date on vaccination.
- Maintain ventilation improvements.
- Avoid contact with people who have suspected or confirmed COVID-19.
- Follow recommendations for isolation if you have suspected or confirmed COVID-19.
- Follow the recommendations for what to do if you are exposed to someone with COVID-19.
- If you are at high risk of getting very sick, talk with a healthcare provider about additional prevention actions.
When the COVID-19 community level is Medium or High:
- If you are at high risk of getting very sick, wear a high-quality mask or respirator (e.g., N95) when indoors in public.
- If you have household or social contact with someone at high risk for getting very sick, consider self-testing to detect infection before contact, and consider wearing a high-quality mask when indoors with them.
When the COVID-19 community level is High:
- Wear a high-quality mask or respirator when indoors in public and around at-risk community members.
- If you are at high risk of getting very sick, consider avoiding non-essential indoor activities in public where you could be exposed.
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COVID Response Call Center
Phone: 360-678-2301
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Paul Shimada
COVID 19 - Vaccine Lead - Public Health CoordinatorPhone: 360-499-4416
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Elizabeth Smith
COVID 19 - Public Health CoordinatorPhone: 360-320-5000
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Public Health
Physical Address
1 NE 6th Street
Coupeville, WA , WA 98239
Mailing Address
1 NE 7th Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
Phone 360-679-7350
Hours
Monday through Friday
8 am to 4:30 pm