Coronavirus (COVID-19) Who Do I Contact?

Who Do I Contact?

WV DHHR Hotline
1-800-887-4304
 

If you have a specific question regarding general University procedures, please email coronavirus@fairmontstate.edu.

WV DHHR Hotline — 1-800-887-4304

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) established a hotline to address public and medical provider questions and concerns regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Operators are available 24/7, toll-free at 1-800-887-4304 to provide accurate information about COVID-19, the risk to the public and the state’s response.

Fairmont Residents 

If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider immediately and tell them that you may have COVID-19.

To notify the Marion County Health Department of a reportable disease that requires immediate attention, please call 304-366-3360. After hours, please call the state hotline tollfree at 1-800-887-4304.

Non-Fairmont Residents

If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider immediately and tell them that you may have COVID-19.

West Virginia residents and healthcare providers can contact the WV DHHR hotline 24/7, toll-free at 1-800-887-4304.

You may also contact your local health department. You may view a listing of local health departments on the WV DHHR's Center for Local Health website. 

Resources

As with prior Fairmont State publications, these materials are meant to be consistent with guidance published by the federal, state, and local governments and the associated health agencies. This document is reflective of the relevant scientific and medical information available at the time of publication. These materials are not and should not be used as a substitute for medical or legal advice. Rather, they are intended as a resource for use in coordination with applicable government and related institutional policies and guidelines, and they remain subject to further revision as available data and information in this space continue to emerge and evolve.

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