SAN BERNARDINO, California (VVNG.com) – A 25-year-old woman who died from COVID-19 had no underlying health problems and is the youngest person to die from the virus in San Bernardino County, authorities said.
“Our hearts go out to this young woman’s family and friends,” said Dr. Erin Gustafson, Interim Public Health Officer. “This devastating loss is a reminder that this virus can be deadly to anyone, regardless of age or medical history. We urge the citizens of San Bernardino County to continue to take this virus seriously and comply with public health recommendations. “
As of today, 43% of COVID-19 cases in San Bernardino County are between the ages of 20-39, and the average age of COVID-19 cases is 38 years.
Local county health authorities said his death is a reminder that this virus can affect all ages and encouraged people to wear a mask, practice social distancing, and wash their hands frequently to help control the spread of the virus. virus.
According to the county’s COVID-19 dashboard, 218 men and 154 women have died. The age group over 70 represents 209 of those deaths, followed by 77 deaths of people between the ages of 60 and 69.
Deaths by place of residence in the Víctor Valley:
| CITY: | DEAD: |
| ADVANCEMENT | 6 6 |
| APPLE VALLEY | two |
| BARSTOW | 3 |
| HESPERIA | 6 6 |
| LUCERNA VALLEY | one |
| OAK HILLS | one |
| BIG GOLD | one |
| VICTORVILLE | 8 |
Latest statistics
26,796 confirmed cases (2.3% more than the previous day)
372 deaths (up 3.9% from the previous day)
226,027 Tested (1.4% more than the previous day)
For more statistics from the COVID-19 Surveillance Panel, click on the desktop or mobile tab on the county’s sbcovid19.com website.
