COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Resources
COVID-19 Help
Find out if you are currently eligible for a vaccine, sign up to get notified, or find a vaccine provider at
Get Your Shot (Orange County NC)
If you have specific questions or concerns related to coronavirus, call the North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services (NC DHHS) 24/7 phone number
1-866-462-3821
or visit the NC DHHS Coronarivus website for more information.
In the event of an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
You can also submit questions online by selecting Chat at www.ncpoisoncontrol.org.
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You are not alone.
SAMHSA's National Helpline (24/7)
call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7)
call 800-273-TALK (8255) or chat with a person at the Lifeline here.
National Domestic Violence Helpline (24/7)
call 1-800-799-7233
text LOVEIS to 22522
log onto thehotline.org
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Please note:
The Health Sciences Library cannot offer medical advice. Please use the resources above or contact a licensed medical professional for COVID-19 diagnosis or treatment.
Latest News
For the latest information, residents of North Carolina should visit the
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the Coronavirus Disease 2019 section of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.
National News
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CDC News RoomLatest news releases from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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COVID-19 Vaccinations in the United States (CDC)Overall US COVID-19 Vaccine Deliveries and Administration
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Coronavirus COVID-19 Global Cases Dashboard (Johns Hopkins CSSE)COVID-19 Dashboard with global data on cases, deaths, and vaccine doses administered by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University (JHU).
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COVID-19 Surveillance Dashboard (University of Virginia Biocomplexity Institute)COVID-19 Dashboard with global case and vaccine data by the University of Virginia Biocomplexity Institute. Includes a video tutorial on how to use the dashboard.
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LitCovid (National Library of Medicine)LitCovid is a curated literature hub for tracking up-to-date scientific information about the 2019 novel Coronavirus. It is the most comprehensive resource on the subject, providing a central access to 737 (and growing) peer-review articles. The articles are updated daily and are further categorized by different research topics and geographic locations for improved access.
North Carolina News
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North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) COVID-19 ResponseGet the latest news and updates on COVID-19 in North Carolina, including precaution and preparations for Individuals, Families and Communities; Businesses and Employers; Health Care; Colleges, Schools and Child Care; and Long-term Care Facilities.
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COVID-19 State Profile Report - North Carolina (CDC)A weekly snapshot that focuses on recent outcomes in the last seven days and changes relative to the month prior. Provides additional contextual information at the county level for each state and includes national-level information.
Getting a Vaccination
Starting Thursday, May 13th: Everyone aged 12 and up is eligible to receive a vaccine!
Find out if you are currently eligible for a vaccine and sign up to get notified at https://findmygroup.nc.gov/.
Vaccine providers near Orange County NC:
- Orange County Health Department ― Visit their Get Your Shot page to sign up or call 919-913-8088 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. seven days a week.
- UNC Health ― Visit the Get Vaccinated page or call 984-215-5485 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.
- Piedmont Health Services ― Visit the COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination page or call 919-545-3452.
- Hillsborough Pharmacy ― Visit their Home Page or call 919-245-1212.
- Duke Health ― Visit the COVID-19 Vaccines Update page to join the waiting list. If you are a Duke MyChart user, you can check Duke MyChart regularly to view appointment availability.
- Cone Health ― Visit the COVID-19 Vaccine Information page to join the waiting list.
- Durham Veterans Affairs Health Care System ― Call 919-286-0411 and dial 0 for the operator to schedule an appointment if you are a veteran at high risk or a veteran frontline essential worker. See the system’s website for more information. See the COVID-19 Vaccine for High Risk Veterans to see the listing of veterans eligible now for vaccination through the VA.
Data from Get Your Shot (Orange County NC)
Podcast: What You Can Do Once You're Vaccinated, According to the CDC
UNC-Chapel Hill Resources
UNC-Chapel Hill Updates
Information on the University’s response to COVID-19, the Carolina Together Testing Program, and our COVID-19 Community Standards.
Students, Faculty, Staff, and Researchers
COVID-19 information as it relates to UNC Health and affiliated hospitals,
preparations, as well as tips for staying healthy
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Office of the Vice-Chancellor for Research Responds to COVID-19
Information for UNC-CH researchers about the impact of COVID-19
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UNC Gillings School of Public Health Coronavirus Resources
Links and information on the COVID-19 pandemic, including the work Gillings School experts are doing
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UNC Institute for Global Health and Infectious Diseases
COVID-19 information and resources for researchers and patients
COVID-19 Scholarship by UNC-Chapel Hill Researchers
Research contributing to discoveries associated with COVID-19 has been growing 
on the UNC campus over the past year. To help increase visibility of this integral research and illustrate the extensive organizational collaborations that help move UNC research forward, a team from University Libraries – Health Sciences Library analyzed the COVID-19 research output of UNC Chapel Hill (UNC-CH) researchers. Between January 2020 and April 2021, a total of 782 UNC-CH researchers have authored 579 publications.
Access the full report and supplementary data at:
North Carolina Resources
Data from NCDHHS
Statewide Resources
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Coronavirus Resource Guide (NC Chamber of Commerce)General information that may be relevant to individuals and entities responding or reacting to the COVID-19 outbreak
Triangle County Information
Links to public health alerts, advisories, and updates as well communicable disease prevention information and resources you need
Links to information on COVID-19 vaccinations,
reporting, testing, and guidance for specific groups
Links, videos, and tools for Orange County residents
About COVID-19
Situation Summary
CDC is responding to an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a novel (new) coronavirus that was first detected in China and which has now been detected in almost 70 locations internationally, including in the United States. The virus has been named “SARS-CoV-2” and the disease it causes has been named “coronavirus disease 2019” (abbreviated “COVID-19”).
Public Health Information
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COVID-19 Fact Sheets (COVID-19 Health Literacy Project)COVID-19 Fact Sheets available in 34 languages. All materials are reviewed and vetted by physicians and medical school faculty members at the Harvard hospitals, created in collaboration with Harvard Health Publishing.
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New England Journal of Medicine Coronavirus UpdatesA collection of articles and other resources on the Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak, including clinical reports, management guidelines, and commentary.
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Coronavirus Information Center (Elsevier)Free health and medical research on novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV)
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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public (WHO)Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. COVID-19 is still affecting mostly people in China with some outbreaks in other countries. Most people who become infected experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others. Take care of your health and protect others using the information on this website.
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What to Do If You Are Sick With COVID-19 (CDC)Call ahead to a healthcare professional if you develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, and have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19 or if you live in or have recently traveled to an area with ongoing spread. Tell your healthcare professional about your recent travel or contact. Your healthcare professional will work with your state’s public health department and CDC to determine if you need to be tested for COVID-19.