(Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Department of Health is announcing 42 additional confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). This brings the aggregate number of confirmed positive cases to 7,666 in Camden County today and 445 total fatalities.
“The news from other states in recent days has been a stark reminder of this virus’ resiliency. We cannot let our guard down for even a single day if we are serious about stopping the spread of COVID-19,” said Freeholder Louis Cappelli, Jr. “Each of us can directly impact the likelihood of coronavirus resurging in our community. The best way to protect others is to wear a mask whenever you are in public, and to stay home if you are feeling sick. These simple actions are our best weapons in the fight against coronavirus. If we all do our part, we can keep each other safe, we will be able to continue reopening, and we will save lives.”
The Department of Health is announcing 42 additional positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) identified in Camden County. Trace investigations are being facilitated with the patients and remain ongoing
In addition, the county Department of Health is also announcing 1,298 confirmed resident cases and 471 staff cases have occurred out of the aggregate case load of 7,572 in our 56 long-term care facilities. At this time, 294 resident deaths have been reported from these facilities, as well as three staff deaths, out of our 445 total fatalities countywide.
The following information is currently available regarding new patients:
| New Patient 1: | FEMALE, | 30s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 2: | FEMALE, | 30s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 3: | MALE, | 40s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 4: | FEMALE, | 50s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 5: | MALE, | 40s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 6: | FEMALE, | 80s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 7: | FEMALE, | 40s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 8: | FEMALE, | 50s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 9: | MALE, | 30s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 10: | FEMALE, | 70s, | CAMDEN CITY | ||||
| New Patient 11: | FEMALE, | 50s, | CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 12: | MALE, | 20s, | CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 13: | FEMALE, | 40s, | CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 14: | MALE, | 20s, | CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 15: | MALE, | 70s, | CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 16: | MALE, | 10s, | CHERRY HILL TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 17: | FEMALE, | 70s, | CHESILHURST BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 18: | FEMALE, | 40s, | CHESILHURST BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 19: | MALE, | 40s, | CHESILHURST BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 20: | MALE, | 50s, | CLEMENTON BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 21: | FEMALE, | 80s, | COLLINGSWOOD BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 22: | FEMALE, | 30s, | GLOUCESTER CITY | ||||
| New Patient 23: | FEMALE, | 60s, | GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 24: | MALE, | 60s, | GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 25: | FEMALE, | 60s, | GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 26: | FEMALE, | 80s, | GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 27: | FEMALE, | 10s, | GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 28: | MALE, | 50s, | HADDON TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 29: | MALE, | 20s, | HADDON TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 30: | FEMALE, | 20s, | LAUREL SPRINGS BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 31: | FEMALE, | 40s, | LINDENWOLD BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 32: | MALE, | 30s, | LINDENWOLD BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 33: | FEMALE, | 60s, | LINDENWOLD BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 34: | MALE, | 30s, | LINDENWOLD BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 35: | MALE, | 30s, | MERCHANTVILLE BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 36: | MALE, | 50s, | PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 37: | FEMALE, | 10s, | PINE HILL BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 38: | MALE, | 20s, | PINE HILL BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 39: | MALE, | 60s, | RUNNEMEDE BOROUGH | ||||
| New Patient 40: | MALE, | 70s, | VOORHEES TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 41: | FEMALE, | 30s, | WINSLOW TOWNSHIP | ||||
| New Patient 42: | MALE, | 40s, | WINSLOW TOWNSHIP |
The county Health Department is currently working to trace close contacts of these newest cases. The investigations are still ongoing, and we will update the public with new developments as the information is gathered by our investigators.
Residents should call 9-1-1 during emergencies only, for those with questions or concerns related to the coronavirus, call the free, 24-hour public hotline at 2-1-1 or 1-800-962-1253, where trained professionals are standing by to answer your questions. New Jersey residents can now also text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive text information and stay informed. To receive live text assistance, residents can text their zip code to 898-211. More information is also available on the state’s coronavirus at https://covid19.nj.gov/.
Information regarding Camden County’s preparations, response, and general information provided to the public is available by visiting camdencounty.com. Residents should frequently check the county webpage and social media for up-to-date information.