Lawrence County's COVID-19 numbers rise
July 3, 2020
Posted by Sheila Harris
The Lawrence County Health Department announced three new cases. All cases are isolating at home and their household members are under quarantine. Direct contacts with other positive cases could not be determined with two of the cases, so community exposure is likely. One case is another one linked to the Bentonview Park Health and Rehab in Monett where they have already had cases. There are no locations to report that would put the public at risk.
We currently stand at 43 Total Cases: (21 Active, 21 Recovered, and 1 Death) Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19: Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea.
Look for emergency warning signs for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately: Trouble breathing, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion, inability to wake or stay awake, bluish lips or face.
Everyone is urged to take preventive actions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These actions include:
• Wear a mask out in public and/or at work. “You protect me, I protect you”.
• Avoid large, crowded social gatherings where social distancing is difficult to achieve.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with the crook of your arm, or in a tissue, then wash hands.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
• Stay home if you are sick.
Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions are at higher risk for more serious complications from COVID-19. If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop symptoms, call your health care provider for medical advice before showing up, or use the CoxHealth virtual visit at https://www.coxhealth.com/services/virtualvisits/.com.
Posted by Sheila Harris
The Lawrence County Health Department announced three new cases. All cases are isolating at home and their household members are under quarantine. Direct contacts with other positive cases could not be determined with two of the cases, so community exposure is likely. One case is another one linked to the Bentonview Park Health and Rehab in Monett where they have already had cases. There are no locations to report that would put the public at risk.
We currently stand at 43 Total Cases: (21 Active, 21 Recovered, and 1 Death) Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19: Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea.
Look for emergency warning signs for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately: Trouble breathing, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion, inability to wake or stay awake, bluish lips or face.
Everyone is urged to take preventive actions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These actions include:
• Wear a mask out in public and/or at work. “You protect me, I protect you”.
• Avoid large, crowded social gatherings where social distancing is difficult to achieve.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with the crook of your arm, or in a tissue, then wash hands.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
• Stay home if you are sick.
Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions are at higher risk for more serious complications from COVID-19. If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop symptoms, call your health care provider for medical advice before showing up, or use the CoxHealth virtual visit at https://www.coxhealth.com/services/virtualvisits/.com.