UPDATE: Saline County has corrected the number of new confirmed COVID-19 cases in today's news release. The correct number is 12.
Following is the Saline County COVID-19 update for Monday.
As of today, 342 of Saline County’s cases have recovered. We do have an additional 12 positive cases that have been identified since the Friday, August 14 report. The total for the county is now 415, with 66 cases that are actively being monitored by the Health Department, and a total of 7 deaths. Salina Regional Health Center reports that they have 1 hospitalized COVID-19 patient. Salina Regional is a regional hospital, the COVID-19 patient total is not specific to the number of Saline County residents who may be hospitalized. Our dashboard is updated with the latest information.
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According to the Kansas Department of Health & Environment, there are now 35,167 cases and 405 deaths statewide. This information can be found at https://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/.
The City of Salina has been awarded $169,200 of Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) dollars for both economic development and meal program activities. Applications are now being accepted. To learn more about eligibility and how to apply, visit the City’s homepage http://www.ci.salina.ks.us. Saline County was also awarded funds and will have their applications available shortly for businesses located in the unincorporated areas of the County.
The Kansas Department of Commerce was allocated nearly $140 million dollars to provide businesses with grants through CARES Act funding. These grants will be provided to businesses to address a variety of needs. For more information visit their website https://www.kansascommerce.gov/covidrelief/.
Here is what you can do to help us to stop the spread:
●Stay home if you’re sick
●Wear masks in public spaces both indoor and outdoor as required by City Ordinance and County Resolution
●Maximize physical distance (6 feet or more) in public settings
●Avoid socializing with large groups
●High-risk individuals should only leave the house for essential needs
●Wash your hands frequently
Only follow official sources to obtain information: www.saline.org/coronavirus or www.kdheks.gov.