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COVID-19 and Respiratory Illness Guidance

Use this page for current COVID-19 guidance, vaccine appointment information, testing and treatment resources, and trusted public health links.

COVID-19 is now managed along with other common respiratory illnesses, including influenza and RSV. Guidance may change as new recommendations are issued by public health agencies.

When You Are Sick Learn when to stay home and when to return to normal activities. COVID-19 Vaccines Find vaccine appointment and availability information. Testing and Treatment Review testing resources and treatment timing. Case Investigation Form Complete the form if directed by the Health Department.

When You Are Sick

If you are sick with COVID-19, influenza, RSV, or another respiratory illness, stay home and away from others.

You may return to normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, both of the following are true:

  • Your symptoms are improving overall.
  • You have not had a fever without using fever-reducing medicine.

After returning to normal activities, consider taking added precautions for the next 5 days. These precautions may include wearing a well-fitting mask, improving air flow, washing hands often, testing, and keeping distance from people who are at higher risk for severe illness.

Review CDC guidance for preventing the spread of respiratory viruses

Protect people at higher risk

Some people are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19 or other respiratory illnesses, including older adults, people with weakened immune systems, and people with certain medical conditions. Take extra precautions around people who may be at higher risk.

COVID-19 Vaccines

COVID-19 vaccines may be available by appointment through the Flathead City-County Health Department. Please call to ask about current vaccine availability or to schedule an appointment.

Schedule a Vaccine Appointment

Call the Health Department to ask about current COVID-19 vaccine availability and appointment options.

Call 406-751-8110

COVID-19 vaccine recommendations may change over time. For the most current vaccine guidance, review CDC recommendations or talk with your healthcare provider.

Review CDC COVID-19 vaccine guidance

Find Vaccines Near You

COVID-19 vaccines may also be available through local pharmacies, clinics, and healthcare providers.

Find vaccines near you

Testing and Treatment

Testing can help you decide what to do next, including whether to seek treatment or take extra steps to reduce the spread of illness.

People who are at higher risk for severe illness should contact a healthcare provider promptly if they develop symptoms. Treatment works best when started early.

When to contact a healthcare provider

  • You are at higher risk for severe illness.
  • Your symptoms are getting worse.
  • You have trouble breathing or other concerning symptoms.
  • You tested positive and want to ask whether treatment is recommended.

Learn more about COVID-19 treatment from CDC

COVID-19 Case Investigation Form

Complete the COVID-19 case investigation form only if you were directed to do so by the Flathead City-County Health Department.

Complete the COVID-19 Case Investigation Form

Trusted Resources

These resources provide current public health information about COVID-19 and respiratory illness prevention.

When You Are Sick

CDC guidance for staying home, returning to normal activities, and taking added precautions after illness.

COVID-19 Vaccines

Current CDC information about COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.

Vaccines.gov

Search for vaccine providers near you.

COVID-19 Treatment

Learn when treatment may be recommended and why timing matters.

Questions?

For local vaccine appointment information or questions about Health Department services, contact the Flathead City-County Health Department.

Location

1035 1st Ave West
1st Floor, Suite 110
Kalispell, MT 59901

Contact Info

+1 (406) 751-8110

Email Us

+1 (866) 380-1740

Page Last Updated: Jun 18, 2026