The Daviess County Health Department announces as of the time of this release ( 8:45-am) , a total of eleven
(11) deaths and a total of 40 confirmed positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in
Daviess County.
The patients have been placed in quarantine. No additional information about the patients or
deaths will be released due to privacy laws.
· Stay home
· Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not
available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
· Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
· Avoid close contact with people – maintain at least a six (6) foot separation.
· Everyone should be wearing a mask when in public.
· Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
· Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
Go to the following websites for additional information on COVID-19:
https://www.daviess.org/topic/index.php?topicid=167&structureid=20
