Covid-19 cases up by four in Kemper

From special reports

Kemper County’s number of infections from the Coronavirus Pandemic increased by four in the past week.

As of Monday, the Mississippi Department of Health reported that there are 290 cases in Kemper County. The number of deaths from the dread disease stands at 15.

The state has seen a continued increase in infections and deaths. As of Monday, there are 97,049 infections, an increase of 3,493 since last week. There have been 111 additional deaths statewide since last week. That means 2,921 people have died from COVID-19 in Mississippi since March.

People at risk for serious illness from COVID-19 are adults 65 and over, those who are obese, those with a chronic illness such as heart disease, diabetes or lung disease, and anyone receiving treatments which may compromise their immune system. These people should take precautions at all times to limit their exposure to others who may be ill.

Stay home as much as possible

If a household member has been away from home in a public place, keep a safe distance (6 feet or more) from them for 14 days. Keep more space (6 feet if possible) between you and others as you go through the day.

If you do go out in public, keep away from others who are sick, and practice strong social distancing. Pay closer attention to hygiene and cleanliness.

Wash your hands often, especially after being in public places.

Gov. Tate Reeves has extended the state’s Safe Return to 5 p.m. Thursday, which keeps in place social distancing measures.

Health Department updates

The national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Mississippi State Department of Health continue to closely monitor the outbreak of respiratory illnesses caused by the novel (new) coronavirus COVID-19, and are working to limit the spread of cases nationally and in Mississippi.

Mississippi Coronavirus Hotline (7 days a week, 7 a.m.–7 p.m.): 877-978-6453.