Statewide Covid-19 levels continue to remain high in the Iowa Respiratory Virus Surveillance Report, while Influenza levels remain moderate. 

 Some important ways to protect yourself are receiving a vaccine for both influenza and Covid-19 and remaining diligent about consistent hand washing, covering your cough, and not exposing yourself to others if you are sick. According to Marion County Public Health, it is also crucial to not just show up to a clinic if you are contagious without making an appointment first, so you don’t risk infecting others. 

Knoxville Hospital and Clinics has also reported a high number of patients they are currently treating for respiratory illnesses.