Nineteen new positive tests for COVID-19 were reported today by Umatilla County Health (UCo Health).
Today’s report brings the county’s total number of coronavirus cases to 208. There have been 59 new cases reported over the past four days in Umatilla County.
UCo Health said the latest individuals to test positive are self-isolating and recovering at home.
Of the 208 confirmed cases, 144 have recovered. Three are now hospitalized. Four have died.
There are now 15 presumed cases of coronavirus in the county – an increase of four since Monday.
Individuals are considered recovered when they have been free from symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath and diarrhea for 72 hours.
As Gov. Kate Brown lifts restrictions on activities and businesses, it’s important to remember that health and hygiene advice that slows the spread of COVID-19 still applies:
- Stay home if you are sick. If you develop symptoms while in public, return home and self-isolate immediately. Contact your health care provider if you need medical attention.
- People who are at risk for severe complications (over age sixty or have underlying medical conditions) should stay home even if you feel well.
- Practice good hand hygiene with frequent handwashing for at least twenty seconds or use hand sanitizer (60-95% alcohol content).
- Cover coughs/sneezes with your elbow or a tissue and avoid touching your face.
- Practice physical distancing of at least six feet between you and people you do not live with.
- Use cloth, paper or disposable face coverings in public.
- Stay close to home. Avoid overnight trips and other non-essential travel, including recreational day trips to destinations outside the community where you live.
