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Public Health Confirms NO Cases of COVID-19 in Okanogan County

Mar 10, 2020

There are no confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Okanogan County at this time.

This afternoon a negative test result was returned on the individual who was quarantined last week for testing of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a reminder, use the same procedures to lessen your risk of contacting the COVID-19 as you would any other contagious flu or virus.

Wash your hands often with soap and water, use alcohol-based hand sanitizer when soap and water aren’t available

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands

Disinfect objects and surfaces

Cover your mouth/nose with a tissue or sleeve when coughing or sneezing

Avoid close contact with people who are sick

Stay home and away from others if you are sick

CALL your healthcare provider or Washington State Department of Health Coronavirus Hotline at 1-800-525-0127# for a telephone screening before going to your health care provider.

Rely on information from trusted sources such as Okanogan County Public Health, Washington State Department of Health, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), not rumors or social media.