Following is the Saline County COVID-19 update from Saline County.
There are 12 new positive COVID-19 cases in Saline County that have been identified since the Friday, August 21 report. The total for the county is now 439, with 88 cases that are actively being monitored by the Health Department, 342 that have recovered, and a total of 9 deaths. Salina Regional Health Center reports that they have 2 hospitalized COVID-19 patients. 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 38,401 cases and 426 deaths statewide. This information can be found at https://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/.
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.