As of Monday, August 24th Gloucester County has conducted 42,174 total tests. Of these cases, 38,582 have come back negative.Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 3,591 and Gloucester County has 213 COVID-19 related deaths.Today, Gloucester County has an additional 8 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 3584th case is a 23-year-old male from Harrison Twp. The 3585th case is a 57-year-old female from Monroe Twp. The 3586th case is a 28-year-old male from Monroe Twp. The 3587th case is a 48-year-old male from Woodbury Heights. The 3588th case is a 48-year-old male from Harrison Twp. The 3589th case is a 50-year-old male from Monroe Twp. The 3590th case is a 31-year-old male from Monroe Twp. The 3591st case is a 23-year-old female form West Deptford.
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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