Gloucester County updates On COVID-19
As of Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Gloucester County has conducted 11,445 total tests. Of these cases, 9,341 have come back negative and 0 are pending. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 2,104. One case has been moved out of County. Today, Gloucester County has an additional 15 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 2090th case is a 96-year-old female from West Deptford.
The 2091st case is a 90-year-old female from Deptford.
The 2092nd case is a 90-year-old female from West Deptford.
The 2093rd case is a 94-year-old female from Woodbury.
The 2094th case is a 55-year-old male from Glassboro.
The 2095th case is a 74-year-old female from West Deptford.
The 2096th case is a 97-year-old female from West Deptford.
The 2097th case is a 24-year-old female from West Deptford.
The 2098th case is a 66-year-old male from West Deptford.
The 2099th case is a 40-year-old female from Washington Twp.
The 2100th case is a 79-year-old female from Woodbury.
The 2101st case is a 51-year-old female from Glassboro.
The 2102nd case is a 45-year-old male from Woodbury.
The 2103rd case is a 24-year-old female from Pitman.
The 2104th case is a 60-year-old male from Washington Twp.
Gloucester County has 138 COVID-19 related deaths.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.