By PPHD
Unified Command confirms the first positive for COVID-19 in Morril County, one new case in Cheyenne County, and two new cases in Scotts Bluff County.
The Morrill County case is a female in her 70s. The Cheyenne County case is a male in his 60s. The two new positives in Scotts Bluff County are both female, one in her 40s and the other in her teens. The initial investigations have begun, and more details will be released when they are complete.
Testing Results March 2-April 14, 2020
Total Tests Conducted in the Panhandle: 553
Positive: 32
Box Butte County: 1 case
Cheyenne County: 3 cases
One has recovered and is out of isolation
Kimball County: 10 cases
Six have recovered and are out of isolation
Morrill County: 1 case
Scotts Bluff County: 17 cases
Three have recovered and are out of isolation
All Panhandle residents are encouraged to Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected. What does this mean to you?
Stay Home
Stay home whenever possible.
Avoid gathering in any groups.
Do not visit or host people who do not live with you.
Stay Healthy
Keep at least 6 feet distance from anyone you don’t live with.
Wash your hands
Stay home if you are sick or if someone in your home is sick.
Stay Connected
Stay in touch with friends and loved ones
Check in on people who may be alone or need help.
The full list of community exposure locations can be found on the PPHD website http://www.pphd.org/potential_community_exposure_sites.html.
Panhandle Public Health District, Region 21, 22, and 23 Emergency Management, and Scotts Bluff County Health Department are working as a unified command on this evolving situation. Essential updates will be regularly communicated to the public and community partners.
For the most up to date information from the CDC, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.
Panhandle Public Health District is working together to improve the health, safety, and quality of life for all who live, learn, work, and play in the Panhandle. Our vision is that we are a healthier and safer Panhandle Community. Visit our website www.pphd.org.