COVID-19
Open Cities Health Center and the Minnesota Department of Health both agree that the fight against covid-19 is not over.
OCHC now carries the new covid vaccines for insured, uninsured and underinsured patients. If you are high risk you may want to schedule your appointment at OCHC and get your updated shot as soon as possible.
Below is a link to the Minnesota Department of Health Covid-19 website. You can find a variety of information on covid 19 including vaccine information, testing, local/regional situation update, what to do if you test positive, how to count isolation days and when you can return to normal activities, and more.
https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headaches
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
When should I seek care?
If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider for medical advice or Open Cities at (651) 290-9200.
If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately. Emergency warning signs include*:
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion or inability to arouse
- Bluish lips or face
*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.
How do i make an appointment at Open Cities Health Center?
Please call (651) 290-9200 to make an appointment.
Although we will try to see walk-in patients on a first come first serve basis and as our schedule allows, making an appointment ahead of time gives you the best opportunity to be seen in a timely manner and at a time that works best for you.
How do I prevent spread?
- Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
- Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
- These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
- Some recent studies have suggested that COVID-19 may be spread by people who are not showing symptoms.
- Avoid close contact. Put 6 feet of distance between yourself and people who don’t live in your household
- CALL AHEAD if you are going to seek medical attention.
- Wear a face mask to cover your mouth and nose when around others
- Cover your cough/sneezes, etc.
- Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds.
- Frequently disinfect surfaces you touch daily.
- Call your healthcare provider or Open Cities at 651.290.9200 if your illness is worsening (e.g., difficulty breathing).
- Before seeking care, call your healthcare provider and tell them that you have, or are being evaluated for, COVID-19.
Open Cities Health Center
- (651) 290-9200
- info@opencitieshealth.org
Dunlap Clinic
409 North Dunlap St.
St. Paul, MN 55104
HOURS
MWTHF: 8am – 5pm
Tuesdays: 8am – 8pm
North End Clinic
916 Rice St.
St. Paul, MN 55117
HOURS
Monday – Friday: 8am – 5pm
Health Services
* Dental services are available Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm at our Dunlap and North End Clinic
About Us
Open Cities Health Center is a FTCA deemed Facility.
This health center receives HHS funding and has Federal PHS deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals.