ISDH Confirms Positive Coronavirus Case In Ripley Co.

To date, there are 201 confirmed cases in Indiana.

(Ripley County, Ind.) - The Indiana State Department of Health has confirmed one positive case of COVID-19 in Ripley County. 

Ripley County Health Officer David J. Welsh, MD, was notified of the positive case on Sunday. 

According to a news release, the confirmed case is a person under the age of 60. 

Citizens are asked to monitor for symptoms of Coronavirus. Reported symptoms have ranged from mild to severe illness for confirmed cases throughout the state. 

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure, including but not limited to cough, shortness of breath and fever. If you experience these symptoms contact your healthcare provided. 

The Ripley County Health Department is working closely with local and state officials to ensure that contacts of the patients are identified and monitored and that all infection control protocols are being followed. 

Citizens should continue to practice public health precautions of social distancing, avoiding mass gatherings and to wash hands frequently. 

To date, the ISDH has confirmed 201 positive tests for COVID-19 and four deaths. 

 

 

 

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