As of 3 p.m. Monday, April 20, there have been 72 positive cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Saline County, that is up five from the numbers reported on Sunday.
According to Saline County Administrator, Tara Brewer, 13 people have recovered and there are now two patients who have been hospitalized.
The total number of active cases in Saline County remains at 59.
The Health Department continues to work on contact tracing with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) and the CDC to identify anyone who may may have come into contact with the individuals while they were infectious. Those contacts will be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days, and they will be monitored for fever, respiratory issues and other symptoms of COVID-19.
If you suspect that you have COVID-19 or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, call your healthcare provider to let them know before seeking care. It is critical that your provider is aware you may have COVID-19 prior to your arrival at a healthcare facility and that you follow all instructions for arriving.
Saline County Health Department Administrator Tara Brewer says there are cases across the entire county now. It’s more important than ever to follow all social-distancing rules. She urges citizens of Saline County to stay home, if at all possible and to take personal responsibility for themselves and their families.