Coronavirus: Information & Preparedness
As your insurance company, we want to provide you with the most accurate information regarding Coronavirus, testing, the vaccine, how you can protect yourself and your community, and what steps to take if you are sick.
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What is MotivHealth doing about Coronavirus?
At MotivHealth, we believe it is important to follow information and guidelines set by health organizations such as the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
In any circumstance, especially in the case of an outbreak, we provide our members with helpful, accurate information set by these health organizations.
By being an insured member of MotivHealth, you have access to excellent coverage as well as a 24/7 support team with information regarding benefits and guidance for any medical event, including the COVID-19 outbreak.
In an event such as the COVID-19 outbreak, please utilize our 24/7 support, telemedicine resources and onsite care facilities.
If you have questions regarding testing, see “How do I go about testing for COVID-19” below.
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What is Coronavirus or COVID-19?
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can be spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel Coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.
Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel Coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans. Learn more.
How is COVID-19 spread?
COVID-19 is now spreading from person to person, especially those in close contact (within 6 or so feet). The virus is spread through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It is also possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object with the virus and then touching their mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads. Learn more.
What are the known symptoms?
Patients with COVID-19 have had mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms of fever, cough, shortness of breath, and overall breathing difficulties. Learn more.
It’s important to note that some infected patients do not experience any symptoms but are still contagious.
How should I protect myself and others?
Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, and thoroughly cooking meat and eggs. You should also avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing. Please see more recommendations on how to protect yourself below or Learn more.
What should I do if I am sick or have been exposed to COVID-19?
If you are sick, you should try and prevent spreading the illness to others. Ways to minimize spreading the disease include staying home when you are sick, covering your cough or sneeze with a tissue, properly disposing of used tissues, and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces.
If you’ve traveled to an infected region within the last 14 days or were in close contact with someone who has the infection and begin to feel sick with fever, cough, or shortness of breath, please seek medical care. Call your primary care provider or use a telehealth service before going to a healthcare facility and let them know about your travel and symptoms to limit potential exposure to others and avoid spreading the virus.
If you have questions regarding your MotivHealth benefits as they pertain to COVID-19, please call us. 844-234-4472
How do I go about testing for COVID-19?
Testing for COVID-19 is considered preventive care and is covered at 100%. Tests are available as needed but are not necessary for everyone. Currently, testing is available at a wide range of facilities.
Please contact your state health department regarding questions on availability and location.
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*The information above is provided by statements and recommendations issued by the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization.
Covid-19 Vaccine Info
Healthcare workers, long-term care facility staff and residents, first responders, ages 70 and older, and K-12 teachers and school staff are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Contact your local health department or school district to schedule your vaccination.
If you are a MotivHealth member who is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine and have questions about your vaccination benefits, please call the Pharmacy Team at 385-247-1030
How to Protect Yourself
These are simple ways to protect both yourself and others from diseases, such as Covid-19. Learn more.
Wash Your Hands
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
Disinfect Surfaces
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
Don't Touch Your Face
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Avoid Contact
Avoid close contact with people who are sick, and stay home when you are sick. You should also avoid unnecessary travel.
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Local News & Information:
01/28/21 – Utah Vaccine Administration Update
How Utah gets vaccines
“The state orders vaccine doses through the CDC each week against an allotment that is determined by our state’s percentage of the adult U.S. population.
The federal government has a separate contract with CVS and Walgreen’s to administer vaccines in long-term care facilities.”
Where vaccines are going
“Our highest priority has always been to save lives, so vaccines are going to those at highest risk first. That includes hospital and healthcare workers, first responders, teachers, people in long-term care facilities and people over the age of 70.
Local health departments are using their doses much faster than some of our other partners. Local health departments have had practice with mass vaccinations and are consistently administering all of their doses within 7 days of receiving them.”
Read more here.
01/19/21 – More Sites Across Utah Added to the State’s Free COVID-19 Testing
The Utah Department of Health (UDOH) is offering free rapid antigen testing at many locations throughout the state of Utah. Sites are chosen based on high positivity rates, fewer tests conducted, untreated wastewater sampling, and other surveillance data. Some locations will be drive-through while others will be conducted in buildings. We encourage everyone to continue to wear masks and social distance while waiting in lines.
Read more here.
01/11/21 – Mild Side Effects from the COVID-19 Vaccine are Normal
It is common to have mild or moderate symptoms or side effects after they get a vaccination. Symptoms you may have after getting the COVID-19 vaccine include:
- injection site pain
- tiredness
- headache
- muscle pain
- chills
- joint pain
- fever
- injection site swelling
- injection site redness
- nausea
- feeling unwell
- swollen lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy)
Read more here.
12/18/20 – The Distribution Timeline for the COVID-19 Vaccine
“The Utah Department of Health organized a workgroup made up of health professionals throughout the state (called the Utah Prioritization Workgroup) to develop recommendations for how to prioritize vaccination groups on the state and local level. Their final recommendations, called Utah’s COVID-19 Vaccination Plan, are based on current information about COVID-19 vaccines, state and local data, vaccine storage capability of facilities, and guidance from the CDC and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). The Strategic Vaccination Coalition is also providing feedback to the Utah Department of Health on how to prioritize limited supplies of the vaccine.”
Read more here.
11/08/20 – Gov. Herbert declares state of emergency for hospital overcrowding, case surge
“Following weeks of continued stress on Utah’s hospital networks due to a rise in cases of COVID-19, Gov. Gary R. Herbert has declared a new State of Emergency to address hospital overcrowding.”
Read more here.
*The information above is provided by statements and recommendations issued by https://coronavirus.utah.gov/
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