Logan County Health Commissioner Dr. Boyd Hoddinott reported this week residents and visitors of Logan County should be aware of significantly increased spread of COVID-19 throughout the county, an escalation in number of cases statewide and locally, and a growth in the number of patient hospitalizations.
In the last 9 days, Logan County Health District officials report there have been 51 new cases (38 confirmed and 13 probable) in Logan County residents. Of these 51 new cases, 22 have been exposed from a family member or friend, 21 report unknown exposure (or community spread) and eight have been exposed through their employment.
The health commissioner encouraged individuals to remain diligent in their efforts of slowing the spread of COVID-19 by:
• Staying home when you’re sick, including with cold and allergy symptoms. This has been a reoccurring issue, officials report.
• Wearing a mask when in public spaces – including when ride-sharing with those outside of your household. If you are ride-sharing, crack a window during the drive.
• Keeping a safe distance from others of 6 feet or more
• Washing your hands frequently and thoroughly
• Avoiding attending group gatherings of 10 people or more
• Being cautious in crowded, indoor environments where air exchange may be insufficient.
Symptoms may appear two to 14 days after exposure to the virus and include: cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, sore throat and new loss of taste or smell.
This list is not all possible symptoms. Other less common symptoms have been reported, including gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.