As of Monday, June 29, 2020 Gloucester County has conducted 21,274 total tests. Of these cases, 18,718 have come back negative. Gloucester County’s total positive COVID-19 case count is now 2,556 and has 175 COVID-19 related deaths.Today, Gloucester County has an additional 7 cases to report. Of those cases:
The 2550th case is a 42-year-old female from Elk; the 2551st case is a 34-year-old female from Westville; the 2552nd case is a 57-year-old female from Mantua; the 2553rd case is a 30-year-old male from Paulsboro; the 2554th case is a 50-year-old female from Swedesboro; the 2555th case is a 32-year-old female from Monroe Twp.; the 2556th case is an 80-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.
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