According to the Saline County Health Department, as of Monday, March 16 there have been six individuals tested for COVID-19, as of Tuesday, none of those test results are back yet. Those people are quarantined until get test results.
Saline County Health Department Nurse, Lisa Thomas says there are symptoms specific to COVID-19 and if you are experiencing any of them you should notify your health care provider.
Any person who believes that they may be experiencing symptoms is asked to call your doctor, the hospital or the Saline County Health Department as soon as possible. Saline County Health Department Nurse, Elizabeth Frerking explains why.
Health officials say that older adults and people with pre-existing medical conditions such as; heart disease, diabetes, any lung issues or a suppressed immune system are particularly at risk.
To hear the entire on-air interview from Tuesday, click below.