Coronavirus / COVID-19 Resources

COVID-19 was declared a pandemic in March 2020, but until the worldwide spread stops, it’s important to learn all you can from trusted resources. Information on this page includes the latest local safety guidance, including vaccinations to prevent hospitalization and death. Find the latest reporting on the virus from PBS NewHour below.

If you need more information about COVID-19 or need help getting a vaccination, reach out to these reputable local and national organizations: 

United Way of Greater St. Louis
Dial 2-1-1 to get connected to a trained resource specialist 24/7.
211helps.org | helpingpeople.org

Saint Louis City:
Department of Health: (314) 657-1499
Citizen’s Service Bureau: (314) 622-4800
stlouis-mo.gov

Saint Louis County:
COVID-19 Hotline 24/7: (314) 615-2660
stlouisco.com

Illinois:
Department of Public Health
Hotline: (800) 889-3931
dph.illinois.gov

Missouri:
Department of Health and Senior Services
24/7 Hotline: (877) 435-8411
health.mo.gov

National:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
cdc.gov

PBS Resources

PBS NewsHour Coronavirus Coverage:
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/tag/novel-coronavirus

PBS Resources for Families

We know it can be a challenging time for families as normal routines are disrupted due to the COVID-19 outbreak. It’s important to talk to children about what is happening and empower them to be helpers to keep each other healthy.

Nine PBS Educator and Caregiver Toolkit
ninepbs.org/learningtoolkit/

PBS LearningMedia:
https://ninepbs.pbslearningmedia.org/

PBS Parents: How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus:
https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus

Tips and Resources for Families:
ninepbs.org/helpers

PBS KIDS:
https://pbskids.org/