OWENSBORO, Ky. — Wednesday, July 5, 2023, the Green River District Health Department reported that in the previous month, it investigated 69 new COVID-19 infections; 40 in Daviess County, five in Hancock County, 16 in Henderson County, two in McLean County, one in Ohio County, two in Union County, and three in Webster County.
There were eight COVID-19-related deaths reported in the previous month. The COVID-19-related deaths were five residents of Daviess County, one resident of Hancock, one resident of McLean County, and one resident of Ohio County.
With the one Ohio County death last month, 126 Ohio Countians have died due to COVID-19 complications.
The average number of new cases in the district for that period was 2.3 new cases a day. The newly reported cases were investigated between June 1-30, 2023.
- Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.
- Stay home if you are sick.
- Get tested if you have symptoms.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; use hand sanitizer if you do not have access to soap and water.
- You may choose to wear a mask at any time.
- Cover coughs and sneezes.
- Anyone with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask. Additional precautions may be needed for people at high risk for severe illness.
Make Sure Your Vaccinations Are Up to Date
With the start of school around the corner, it’s time to make sure school-age children are up to date on their vaccines. Vaccines are an effective way to prevent or protect against the harmful effects of serious disease. According to the Kentucky Department for Public Health website, “On-time vaccination during childhood is important. Vaccinations help to provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases.” As adults, staying up to date on vaccines remains important to prevent and reduce the risks of harmful disease.
For more information go to the following links https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/pages/iom.aspx and http://www.healthdepartment.org/