As of Sunday, July 19th Gloucester County has conducted 28,006 total tests. Of these cases, 25,175 have come back negative. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 2,831 and has 190 COVID-19 related deaths.One case has been moved out of County.Today, Gloucester County has an additional 12 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 2820th case is a 74-year-old male from Pitman; the 2821st case is a 16-year-old male from West Deptford; the 2822nd case is a 20-year-old female from Newfield; he 2823rd case is a 93-year-old male from Franklin Twp.; he 2824th case is a 57-year-old male from Harrison Twp.; he 2825th case is a 45-year-old female from East Greenwich; the 2826th case is a 66-year-old male from Swedesboro; the 2827th case is a 51-year-old female from Washington Twp.; the 2828th case is a 75-year-old female from Woodbury; the 2829th case is a 43-year-old female from Monroe Twp.; the 2830th case is a 32-year-old male from Deptford; the 2831st case is a 69-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. The Gloucester County Department of Health can be reached at (856) 218-4101.
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