Outbreak continues with 24 new Grant County COVID-19 cases reported Wednesday
Published 11:06 am Wednesday, April 14, 2021
- A Grant County Health Department staff member demonstrates how a COVID-19 rapid test works last week at the health department.
The COVID-19 outbreak in Grant County continues with the largest single-day increase in cases reported Wednesday.
Grant County Health Department announced Wednesday 24 individuals in the John Day, Canyon City, Prairie City and Mt. Vernon ZIP codes tested positive. The individuals are working with their health care providers.
The health department continues to encourage all residents to take the following precautions:
Wear a mask indoors and wear a mask outdoors if 6 feet of distancing cannot be maintained.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.
Stay home if you feel ill.
After someone contracts COVID-19, if they develop symptoms, they will usually appear within 14 days. Symptoms include:
Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
