Manchester, KY (May 8, 2020) - CVDHD reports the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Clay County. The individual, a 45 year old male, is self-isolating and monitoring for symptoms at home.
Clay County Health Department nurses are carrying out a contact investigation to identify anyone who may be at risk of exposure.
If an individual who tests positive has few close contacts, health department nurses will reach out to them individually.
In cases where a larger number of people may have been exposed, the health department can release information to the public to help inform them of the risk.
Right now, it is important to continue to be careful with social distancing, masking when appropriate, and using good handwashing.
There are no new cases of COVID-19 to report today in Jackson County or Rockcastle County.
For more information, please view our press releases athttps://cvdhealthdept.com/covid-19-updates/covid-19-press-releases/
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Top photo: Positive COVID-19 test tube and laboratory sample of blood testing for Corona virus infection.
Lower photo: Female doctor with mask doing COVID-19 test on a young girl
