The Hancock County Health Department and Memorial Hospital reported they received official notice of a laboratory-confirmed positive case of COVID-19 in Hancock County.
They said the patient is a man in his 70’s to 80’s and is currently recovering at Memorial Hospital and the case does not appear to be related to other positive cases identified in Hancock County.
The Hancock County Health Department said officials will do contact tracing to investigate all possible exposures.
Of the previous 8 confirmed cases of Hancock County residents, four of them have recovered.
Memorial Hospital staff said a tent has been set up North of Memorial Medical Clinic for patients who have blood work or nurse visits scheduled at Memorial Medical Clinic.
Appointments are required for drive-up services, to make an appointment call 217-357-2173.
The Illness Respiratory Clinic is also open to see patients with COVID-19 symptoms.
Patients are asked to contact the clinic at 217-357-0617 before coming to the clinic.
Patients will be evaluated over the telephone and if deemed necessary an appointment will be scheduled.
COVID-19 causes mild symptoms of fever, cough, and body aches. Some experience shortness of breath. The following symptoms may appear for some who do not typically suffer from seasonal allergies; productive cough or dry cough, sore throat or loss of taste, loss of smell, headache, fatigue and/or weakness, sneezing and watery eyes, sinus pain/pressure. Some individuals may even experience vomiting or diarrhea. Many have no symptoms at all. Older adults and those with chronic health problems like heart disease, diabetes and asthma are at greater risk of developing severe illness which may require hospitalization.
Hancock County Health Department and Memorial Hospital reminds Hancock County residents to take all safety precautions seriously. Governor Pritzker’s stay at home mandate has been extended to May 30, 2020. When venturing out for essential services, the governor’s order requires people older than 2 years of age to wear a face covering anytime they are unable to maintain 6 feet from others.
It is important to stay at home if you are sick, wash your hands, cover your cough and sneezes, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands, clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. If you have any signs or symptoms such as fever, coughing or shortness of breath, call the Illness Respiratory Clinic at 217-357-0617 to be screened. Do not walk in.
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