First COVID-19 Case Outside of SCCI, May 5

CHW release – Coos County has a new confirmed COVID-19 case that is currently not connected to Shutter Creek Correctional Institution (SCCI). The individual in question is a female over the age of 60 years old. Coos Health & Wellness’ investigation is ongoing. Please see below for important prevention steps: • Avoid close contact with people who are sick; • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth; • Stay home when you are sick; • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.  • Cover your cough or sneeze, then immediately throw any used tissues in the trash; • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe. Coos Health & Wellness will at no point release any identifying information of an individual that is a current, or suspected, COVID-19 case.  Please remember that it is up to us, as a community, to be the best public health stewards we can be. If you have any questions regarding COVID-19, please visit our website HERE for the most recent guidance, or email us at covid19.questions@chw.coos.or.us and we will work to respond to your question in a timely manner.