LINCOLN, Neb. (KMTV) — The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department announced Tuesday thatthe local Directed Health Measurehas been extended to Feb. 25.
The Directed Health Measure includes a mask mandate for individuals ages 2 and older, regardless of vaccination status.
“We’re all anxious to put this surge behind us, but right now, our hospitals still need our help to relieve some of the pressure they continue to experience,” said Health Director Pat Lopez.
“It’s important not to remove preventative measures too soon only to lose the ground we’ve gained. Our goal is to not have the directed health measure any longer than needed.”
For general information on the status of COVID-19 in Lincoln-Lancaster County, visit the COVID-19 dashboard or call the Health Department hotline at 402-441-8006.
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