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Telephone: 214-819-2000
If you receive a call or text from Dallas County Health and Human Services and you need additional assistance, please call the DCHHS COVID-19 Call Center at (972) 692-2780. You can access the Contact Tracing page here.
Texas COVID-19 Testing LocationsTest collection sites which are accessible to the public are available statewide. Click here to view a map of drive-through and in-person testing sites. |
December 11, 2020 | Dallas County 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Summary, 12/11/20 |
*Summary will be updated Tuesdays and Fridays. For past issues, click here. | |
Date Issued | Orders |
April 2, 2020 | Amended Order of County Judge Clay Jenkins (Safe at Home Order) |
April 1, 2020 | Amended Order of County Judge Clay Jenkins Regarding Long-Term Care Facilities |
March 31, 2020 | Amended Order of County Judge Clay Jenkins (Stay Home Stay Safe) |
March 31, 2020 | Executive Order of County Judge Clay Jenkins (Allowing Donations) |
March 29, 2020 | Amended Order of County Judge Clay Jenkins (Safer at Home Order) |
March 29, 2020 | Dallas County Order of County Judge Clay Jenkins Regarding Long-Term Care Facilities |
Residents are asked to help prevent spread of the virus by practicing non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) such as social distancing at a distance of at least 6 feet wearing masks, and good hand hygiene. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands. If you are sick, stay home.
Current travel advisories can be viewed at the U.S. Department of State and CDC. The CDC recommends that travelers defer all cruise travel worldwide.
Contact Information
- Inquiries from the general public may be made to 2-1-1.
- Physicians may call the DCHHS 24/7 answering service at 1-877-605-2660 for consultation.
- Media inquiries may be made to lauren.trimble@dallascounty.org
Additional Resources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- World Health Organization (WHO)

Click Here for Dallas County COVID-19 Risk Level and Health Guidance for the PublicCLICK HERE for Dallas County COVID-19 Monitoring Data |
Updated 11/21/20