Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an illness, like the flu, that can spread from person-to-person. There is no vaccine for the virus, so people should take steps to protect themselves by stopping the spread of germs. For the most up-to-date information, visit the
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) websites.
Minnesota health officials have confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Dakota County. People identified will be asked to quarantine themselves for 14 days from their exposure date and will be monitored for fever and respiratory symptoms.
Viruses don't discriminate, and neither should we. Stigma will not fight the virus but sharing accurate information will.
Dakota County COVID-19 Statistics
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Testing for COVID-19
The Minnesota Department of Health has information regarding
who should get tested,
testing locations and
getting your test results.
Dakota County COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 Hotlines
Dakota County has a public hotline to answer COVID-19 questions Monday through Friday. Interpreters available.
Dakota County health questions:
952-891-7834
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Minnesota Department of Health also has three public hotlines. Interpreters available.
Health questions:
651-201-3920 or 1-800-657-3903
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
School and child care questions:
651-297-1304 or 1-800-657-3504
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Discrimination helpline
1-833-454-0148
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Governor issues stay at home order
Minnesota State Governor Tim Walz signed a stay at home executive order that is effective through May 17.
This means Minnesotans need to continue to stay home except for essential needs to decrease the spread of COVID-19 and build prevention and treatment capacity. For more information and answers to frequently asked questions, visit the
State of Minnesota COVID-19 website.
Plan ahead
Planning ahead and being prepared is a good way to keep you, your loved ones and your communities safe. Learn how to prepare:
Learn more about COVID-19