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Gloucester County updates on COVID-19

As of Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Gloucester County has conducted 27,143 total tests. Of these cases, 24,343 have come back negative. Three cases have been moved out of County. Today, Gloucester County has an additional 16 cases to report. Of those cases:

The 2788th case is a 25-year-old female from Washington Twp.

The 2789th case is a 32-year-old female from East Greenwich.

The 2790th case is a 74-year-old female from Pitman.

The 2791st case is a 46-year-old female from Swedesboro.

The 2792nd case is a 26-year-old female from Washington Twp.

The 2793rd case is a 24-year-old female from Washington Twp.

The 2794th case is a 57-year-old female from Harrison Twp.

The 2795th case is a 72-year-old female from Monroe Twp.

The 2796th case is a 28-year-old male from Washington Twp.

The 2797th case is a 64-year-old male from Washington Twp.

The 2798th case is a 13-year-old female from Deptford.

The 2799th case is a 34-year-old male from Washington Twp.

The 2800th case is an 8-year-old female from Washington Twp.

Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 2,800.

Gloucester County has 189 COVID-19 related deaths.

The 187th patient death was an 87-year-old male from Woodbury.

The 188th patient death was a 91-year-old female from Glassboro.

The 189th patient death was an 85-year-old female 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.

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