–San Luis Obispo County reported today that an eighth SLO county resident died from COVID-19. The news comes when officials also report the largest single-day increase in confirmed cases of COVID-19 in SLO County since the pandemic began.
As of today, 1,467 COVID-19 cases have been reported in SLO County, which is 74 more than what was reported yesterday. This is the largest single-day increase in cases since the pandemic began in March. Along with the eight deaths due to COVID-19, 978 local cases were recovered, 465 are currently recovering at home, and 14 are hospitalized (four are in the ICU). The status of two cases is still under investigation.
The individual was vulnerable to severe COVID-19 disease because they were 80 years old with underlying health conditions. The patient had been hospitalized for three days after discharge from a long-term care facility that recently had an outbreak.
“Today, we regret the loss of another vulnerable member of the community,” said Dr. Penny Borenstein, County Health Officer. Together we can delay the spread of this disease and protect others from COVID-19. Keep six feet away when you leave the house, please wear a face covering in public and wash your hands often. “
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), COVID-19 can spread quickly and easily to many people and cause continuous spread between people as time passes. Older adults, people with health problems, and people living in collective settings (including residential care facilities) are at increased risk for severe COVID-19 disease.
While the risk increases with age among adults, younger adults and those without chronic health conditions have also faced serious illness and hospitalization. All residents, regardless of risk factors, should take precautions to limit the spread of COVID-19, in part because cases travel through the community and in some cases reach the most vulnerable residents.
The actions of each individual can limit or contribute to this spread. The CDC indicates that it is possible for people to spread the virus for about two days before experiencing signs or symptoms and to remain contagious for at least 10 days after the signs or symptoms first appeared.
For updates on COVID-19 in SLO County, visit ReadySLO.org or call the Registered Public Health Information Line at (805) 788-2903. A staffed call center at (805) 543-2444 is available Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm to help with questions related to COVID-19.
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