As of Monday, August 3, 2020 Gloucester County has conducted 34,063 total tests. Of these cases, 30,949 have come back negative. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 3,114 and has 201 COVID-19 related deaths. Today, Gloucester County has an additional 9 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 3106th case is a 48-year-old male from Woolwich. The 3107th case is a 61-year-old male from Woolwich. The 3108th case is a 67-year-old male from Woolwich. The 3109th case is a 20-year-old male from Glassboro. The 3110th case is a 19-year-old female from Franklin Twp. The 3111th case is a 21-year-old male from Glassboro. The 3112th case is a 21-year-old male from Woolwich. The 3113th case is a 51-year-old male from Greenwich Twp. The 3114th case is a 51-year-old female from Newfield.
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.
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