The City of Menasha has now reached the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) threshold for substantial level of COVID-19 community transmission and is experiencing a high burden of COVID-19 cases. The health department asks all community members do their part in order to prevent the further spread of the virus in Menasha. Layering mitigation strategies such as staying home when sick, masking, physical distancing, handwashing, and especially vaccination, reduces the risk of transmission.
“Our cases have been increasing since mid-July and continue to climb as the Delta variant spreads locally and in our state. The number one way to prevent the spread of the disease, and prevent the virus from continuing to mutate, is to get vaccinated,” said Kristine Hutter, Menasha Public Health Officer/Director. “Taking action to get vaccinated will minimize the impact of this virus and protect the most vulnerable, including children under 12 who cannot yet receive the vaccine and those whose immune response isn’t as strong.”
“Vaccines are free and currently available to everyone age 12 years and older. Community members are encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible,” said City of Menasha Mayor Don Merkes. “We all want this virus to end so we can return to our normal lifestyles. Getting vaccinated is the best way to get there,” added
Merkes.
