No new cases of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) were reported in Lafayette County as of 3 p.m. on Monday, April 13.
According to a news release, the Lafayette County Health Department has a confirmed total of 28 cases in Lafayette County.
The health department reports 15 persons have recovered.
The Lafayette County Health Department continues to work with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) and the CDC to identify and contact all people who may have come into close contact with the individual confirmed cases while they were infectious.
It is absolutely vital that each individual follows several measures:
• Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; or use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60-percent alcohol;
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands;
• Stay home if you are sick;
• Cover your coughs and sneezes using your elbow or shoulder rather than your hands; and
• Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces frequently.
The health department urges people to continue to follow current “Stay-At-Home” orders to help protect those in your household and in the community. Stay home if you can. If you are working, be sure you are working at a safe distance from co-workers. If you need groceries or other household necessities, get what you need.
Enjoy the outdoors for fresh air, and follow social distancing when away from home. Health department officials urge you not to invite over people for social gatherings.
If you suspect that you have COVID-19 or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, it is critical that your provider or hospital is aware you may have COVID-19 prior to your arrival at a healthcare facility, and that you follow all instructions for arriving at a healthcare facility.
These numbers will be updated at 3 p.m. daily.