Gloucester County Updates On COVID-19
As of Sunday, August 2nd Gloucester County has conducted 33,733 total tests. Of these cases, 30,628 have come back negative. One case has been moved out of County. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 3,105 and has 201 COVID-19 related deaths.Today, Gloucester County has an additional 15 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 3091st case is a 45-year-old male from Westville.
The 3092nd case is a 7-year-old male from Monroe Twp.
The 3093rd case is a 65-year-old male from Washington Twp.
The 3094th case is a 25-year-old female from Woodbury.
The 3095th case is a 61-year-old female from Glassboro.
The 3096th case is a 19-year-old female from Washington Twp.
The 3097th case is a 42-year-old female from Glassboro.
The 3098th case is a 59-year-old female from Franklin Twp.
The 3099th case is a 20-year-old male from Elk.
The 3100th case is a 41-year-old male from Franklin Twp.
The 3101st case is a 5-year-old female from West Deptford.
The 3102nd case is a 34-year-old female from Glassboro.
The 3103rd case is a 29-year-old male from Harrison Twp.
The 3104th case is a 30-year-old male from Washington Twp.
The 3105th case is a 49-year-old male from Washington Twp.
The Gloucester County Department of Health and Human Services is working with the New Jersey Department of Health to conduct a full assessment that includes identifying the contacts these individuals have had. At this time, the overall threat of COVID-19 to Gloucester County residents remains low. Gloucester County is expecting cases to rise. Social distancing is critical in flattening the curve and reducing cases. New Jersey residents can call 2-1-1 or 1-800-962-1253 with questions. The call center is open 24/7 and has multi-language capacity. Please note that the call center is not able to diagnose or give medical recommendations. Healthcare providers should be contacted if medical advice is needed. People should call their doctor or hospital before going so healthcare staff can provide instructions on getting care. Most people with mild symptoms do not need to be tested. It is important to stay home and isolate from others while sick.