We continue to address the complexities of COVID-19 and strive to provide you with excellent, patient-centered care in our clinics and hospital departments, which are open with enhanced safety measures.
Click here for CDC Vaccine Guidance.
COVID-19 Testing Information
Should You be Tested for COVID-19? The CDC recommends that anyone with any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 be tested, regardless of vaccination status or prior infection.
COVID-19 Testing at SMH
- Please wear a mask to protect yourself and others when visiting the clinic.
- Appointments are REQUIRED for COVID-19 Testing.
The hospital’s COVID-19 Testing is performed by appointment in three locations for your convenience:
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- SameDay Health & Imaging
307.673.2411 | Call or Text
1470 Sugarland, Suite 1, Sheridan, WY 82801
Monday–Friday: 6:30 am–6 pm. Saturday & Sunday: 9 am–6 pm. If you suspect you have COVID-19 and plan to schedule online, choose “SameDay Health Clinic appointment.” - Primary Care
307.675.2690 | Call or Text
61 South Gould Street, Sheridan, WY 82801
Monday–Thursday: 8 am–5 pm, Friday: 8 am–4 pm. - Internal Medicine
307.675.2650 | Call or text
1333 West 5th Street, Suite 112, Sheridan, WY 82801
Monday–Thursday: 8 am–5 pm, Friday: 8 am–4 pm.
- SameDay Health & Imaging
Choosing the Right COVID-19 Test
If you’re unsure which COVID-19 test is best for you, our hospital staff can help you select the most appropriate option during registration. While we aim to provide same-day results, turnaround times may vary depending on testing volume—especially during periods of high demand, such as a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Getting Your Test Results Quickly
The quickest way to obtain your COVID-19 Test results is through our Patient Portal – MySheridanHealth. Click HERE to sign up if you’re not already enrolled.
Support While You’re Isolated
What should you do after you’ve been tested and need help while you are isolated — Click HERE for local resources: food and personal items.
Order Free COVID-19 Tests
To learn how to obtain free COVID-19 tests from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, click HERE.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Where to get the COVID-19 Vaccines in Sheridan County
As of December 21, 2021 — Sheridan Memorial Hospital is no longer providing COVID-19 vaccinations at our clinics. They are now available at Public Health by appointment and at local pharmacies.
For CDC Guidance on vaccines and boosters, click on the following links:
CDC Guidance: Vaccines
Vaccine for Children and Teens
June 19, 2022 — The CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccines for everyone 6 months and older.
Vaccines for children will be administered by local pediatric offices and Sheridan County Public Health.
Please contact your child’s physician, one of the local pediatric offices or public health to schedule an appointment.
Northeast Wyoming Pediatrics Associates – 307-675-5555
Goose Creek Pediatrics – 307-672-7700
Sheridan County Public Health — 307-672-5169
If you received your previous vaccinations at Sheridan Memorial Hospital, you can access your Vaccination records on our Patient Portal – MySheridanHealth. Click here for more info.
Infection Prevention Measures
- Stay home when you are sick
- Avoid people who are sick (6 feet rule)
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw tissue in trash
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe
- CDC recommends wearing a facemask when in public
- A facemask and gloves should be worn by those who are treating patients with symptoms
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol
- Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty
Basic Treatments if You Have COVID-19
- Three basic rules:
- Keep warm and rest as much as possible
- Take plenty of fluids
- For fever, take Tylenol or Motrin in normal doses (consult label on bottle)
- For cough:
- Humidification and drinking lots of fluids can help loosen sticky mucus
- Non-prescription drugs designed to suppress cough can be helpful
- If you use an inhaler, you may have to use it more often
- For sore throat:
- Gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in ½ glass of water)
- Humidification of the air and lots of fluids help
- If temperature is elevated:
- Fluids are even more important
- Fever medicine, Tylenol or Motrin, can help control temperature
- Persistent temperature elevation of 103-104 degrees can be a danger sign and you should call your physician
- For nausea and/or diarrhea:
- Eat only clear liquids, soups or juices as tolerated
- Fluids will be important to prevent dehydration