As of Friday, July 17, 2020 Gloucester County has conducted 27,628 total tests. Of these cases, 24,808 have come back negative. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 2,820. Gloucester County has 190 COVID-19 related deaths. Today, Gloucester County has an additional 13 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 2808th case is a 55-year-old male from Swedesboro.
The 2809th case is a 21-year-old male from Woolwich.
The 2810th case is a 20-year-old female from East Greenwich.
The 2811th case is a 49-year-old female from Monroe Twp.
The 2812th case is a 37-year-old female from Glassboro.
The 2813th case is a 31-year-old female from Washington Twp.
The 2814th case is a 26-year-old male from Washington Twp.
The 2815th case is a 66-year-old male from Deptford.
The 2816th case is a 20-year-old female from East Greenwich.
The 2817th case is a 35-year-old male from Mantua.
The 2818th case is a 36-year-old female from Mantua.
The 2819th case is a 37-year-old male from Greenwich Twp.
The 2820th case is a 49-year-old female from Monroe 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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