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Gloucester County Updates On COVID-19

As of Sunday, June 14th Gloucester County has conducted 17,441 total tests. Of these cases, 15,026 have come back negative. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 2,415. Today, Gloucester County has an additional 4 cases to report. Of those cases:

  The 2412th case is a 79-year-old female from Deptford.   The 2413th case is a 21-year-old male from Elk.   The 2414th case is a 12-year-old male from Logan.   The 2415th case is a 40-year-old female from Woolwich.  

    Gloucester County has 163 COVID-19 related deaths. The 161st patient death was an 85-year-old female from Deptford. The 162nd patient death was an 85-year-old male from Washington Twp. The 163rd patient death was a 96-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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