For the most up-to-date information on the basics of the virus, how to protect yourself and answers to other frequently asked public health questions, we recommend visiting the CDC’s website. 

If you believe you have been exposed to the novel coronavirus and begin to show symptoms, please contact your primary care doctor or an urgent care clinic to determine your eligibility to be tested. The Georgia Department of Public Health asks that patients not show up unannounced at an emergency room or health care facility. For additional information, please contact the State of Georgia through their COVID-19 hotline:  844-442-2681. 

In an effort to help meet Governor Kemp’s call for increased testing for COVID-19, District 2 Public Health has outlined a plan to expand the district’s testing guidelines. The increased testing is made possible by additional testing supplies, increased laboratory capacity and expanded testing criteria.

The following groups are encouraged to contact their local Department of Health for a specimen collection and testing:

• Hospitalized patients 
• The following people with symptoms: 
  • Healthcare workers, first responders and other critical infrastructure workers
  • Persons residing in long-term care facilities or other group residential settings
  • Persons 65 years of age and older
  • Patients with underlying medical conditions
  • Household members or care givers of any of the groups above 
  • Persons with close contact with a known COVID-19 case
• The following people without symptoms will also be tested as capacity allows: 
  • Healthcare workers, first responders, and other critical infrastructure workers that have been exposed to COVID-19
  • Residents of a long-term care facility or other group residential setting experiencing an outbreak of COVID-19 

If residents meet any of these conditions, they are encouraged to:

•             Call the Forsyth County Health Department (770-781-6900) and ask to speak to a nurse about COVID-19 testing.

•             A healthcare professional will review the individual’s situation and submit their information for verification.

•             Public health will arrange an appointment at a nearby location for testing if deemed necessary

For more information on the County’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak, click here. 

The CDC has a page dedicated to when one should wear a cloth face mask and how to make one at home using different types of fabrics. Learn more here. 

A PDF with this information is available here on the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency's page underneath "Executive Order and Phased Reopening Graphics."

Critical Infrastructure: For Critical Infrastructure entities, if your business or organization will continue in-person operations, the state encourages implementation of sixteen (16) requirements. The definition of Critical Infrastructure and the sixteen (16) recommendations are listed here. 

Non-Critical Infrastructure: 

If your entity is not Critical Infrastructure, you shall follow the Social Distancing Rule, only engage in Minimum Basic Operations, and meet twenty (20) requirements. The Social Distancing Rule, Minimum Basic Operations, and the twenty (20) requirements are listed here.

Yes, moving is allowed during the Public Health State of Emergency.

Please send an email to info@forsythco.com and your question will be sent to someone with Forsyth County Courts who can assist you. 

The Forsyth County Courts page has all up-to-date information about their response to COVID-19.

All information regarding driver's licenses is managed by the Georgia Department of Driver Services.  You can contact them here.

Information regarding vehicle emissions and registrations is available here.

Information on Forsyth County departmental operations is available here.

Forsyth County is dedicated to ensuring the health and safety of its residents. At this time, the County feels closing park amenities will help to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Update 5/14: As of today, pools may reopen. However, all pools must follow the guidelines and measures in place for non-critical infrastructure outlined in the May 12 executive order from the governor.

Additionally, the Georgia Department of Public Health and CDC have provided guidance for pools, including homeowners’ association pools. The information from the state is here, and the information from the CDC is available here.