Gov. Holcomb Supports ISDH, Eli Lilly COVID-19 Testing Partnership

INDIANAPOLIS Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Governor Eric J. Holcomb offered the following statement after the
announcement of the new partnership between the Indiana State Department of
Health (ISDH) and Eli Lilly and Company, with support from the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA), to accelerate testing in Indiana for COVID-19.

“This partnership between the Indiana State Department of Health and Eli
Lilly and Company will be transformational in our efforts to accelerate
testing for COVID-19,” Gov. Holcomb said. “We are grateful for Lilly’s
dedication to the health and safety of Hoosiers as we continue to put all of
our focus into slowing the spread.”

Lilly will use its research laboratories to analyze samples taken in Indiana
healthcare facilities, including nursing homes and emergency rooms, in an
effort to increase the state’s ability to conduct testing for COVID-19. As
Lilly’s testing capacity expands, Lilly and ISDH will work together to
increase testing. Here is the link to Lilly’s full press release:
investor.lilly.com/news-releases/news-release-details/lilly-indiana-
state-department-health-partner-accelerate-covid

In a continuing effort to slow the spread of coronavirus, Gov. Holcomb also
announced these additional efforts:

* The Indiana Department of Education reported that all Indiana public
schools are currently closed, using either e-Learning, spring break or
waiver days granted by Gov. Holcomb.
* With more than 512,000 small businesses throughout the state, Gov.
Holcomb requested the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to issue an
Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration supporting small businesses
impacted by the coronavirus outbreak in Indiana.

* The program would provide targeted, low-interest loans up to $2
million in order to help small businesses overcome the temporary loss of
revenue as a result of coronavirus. Nonprofits would also be eligible for
loan assistance through the program. More information is available at
SBA.gov/Disaster <www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance>
.

* The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) will host two
live webinars for Hoosiers impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.

* The program will cover unemployment eligibility requirements,
frequently asked questions, and how to apply for benefits.
* The 30-minute live programs will be held at 10:30 a.m. ET on
Tuesday, March 24, and at 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 25. To register,
visit: on.in.gov/UI2020

* Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) continues to provide customer
service by phone at 317-232-2240 and email using the online form at
dor.in.gov/3392.htm <www.in.gov/dor/3392.htm> .
* The CDC has posted updated guidance for healthcare workers treating
a patient who is suspected of having or confirmed to have COVID-19. Here is
the link:
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/caring-for-patients.html
* The ISDH call center continues to experience high volume. Hoosiers
with general questions are encouraged to visit the website
in.gov/coronavirus <www.in.gov/coronavirus/> for more information.
ISDH has implemented a toll-free 24/7 call center at 877-826-0011 that
includes options for healthcare providers as well as the public. Call center
staff cannot offer medical advice or provide test results.

More information may be found at the ISDH website at in.gov/coronavirus/
<www.in.gov/coronavirus/> and the CDC website at
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.