Nueces County Reports Five COVID-19 Related Deaths

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CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The Corpus Christi - Nueces County Public Health District received notification of five COVID-19 related deaths. The patients were 4 males and 1 female with ages ranging in their 30s, 60s (2) and 70s (2). The comorbidities of the patients included coronary artery disease, hypertension and obesity. Our condolences go out to the families and friends of the deceased residents. Further information is not being released for privacy and confidentiality reasons.

All Nueces County residents must make every effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. Here are Public Health strategies we should all be following:

● Stay at home.

● Practice social distancing with everyone outside of your immediate household.

● Wear a mask when in public.

● Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

● Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

● Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

● Disinfect frequently touched surfaces at home and at work.