The CDC has issued new guidance for the general public to wear face coverings while in public. Wearing face coverings can protect others from being exposed to coronavirus from asymptomatic or pre-symptomatic individuals. A handout is now available:

 

https://www.barryeatonhealth.org/sites/default/files/DIY-cloth-face-covering-instructions.pdf

 

As of Monday, April 6, 2020,  there are 7 positive COVID-19 cases in Barry County. One of those cases has recovered and has been released from isolation. There are currently 12 persons in Barry County under quarantine or being monitored. 

 

In Eaton County as of Monday, April 6, there are 57 positive cases with 24 recovered. 98 persons in Eaton County are under quarantine/monitoring and there have been 2 deaths from the virus.

 

Residents can assume there is a possibility the virus may be present when they are in public places in the community. We want to reinforce that people should be taking all recommended prevention measures, as testing continues to be limited.