Gloucester County Updates On COVID-19
As of Wednesday, June 24, 2020 Gloucester County has conducted 20,143 total tests. Of these cases, 17,650 have come back negative. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 2,493 and there are 172 COVID-19 related deaths.Today, Gloucester County has an additional 9 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 2485th case is a 43-year-old female from Washington Twp. The 2486th case is a 71-year-old male from Paulsboro. The 2487th case is a 50-year-old male from Washington Twp. The 2488th case is a 21-year-old male from Washington Twp. The 2489th case is a 22-year-old female from Washington Twp. The 2490th case is a 54-year-old male from Washington Twp. The 2491st case is a 25-year-old female from Woolwich. The 2492nd case is a 47-year-old male from Harrison Twp. The 2493rd case is a 75-year-old female from Woolwich.
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.