Gloucester County Updates On COVID-19
As of Saturday, June 20th Gloucester County has conducted 19,213 total tests. Of these cases, 16,756 have come back negative. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 2,457. Today, Gloucester County has an additional 10 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 2448th case is a 40-year-old female from Logan.
The 2449th case is an 88-year-old female from Washington Twp.
The 2450th case is an 84-year-old female from Deptford.
The 2451st case is an 80-year-old male from Glassboro.
The 2452nd case is a 49-year-old male from Monroe Twp.
The 2453rd case is an 81-year-old female from Washington Twp.
The 2454th case is a 44-year-old female from East Greenwich.
The 2455th case is an 81-year-old female from Elk.
The 2456th case is an 86-year-old female from Franklin Twp.
The 2457th case is a 63-year-old male from Deptford.
Gloucester County has 171 COVID-19 related deaths.The 171st patient death was an 84-year-old female from Deptford.
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.