Two more cases confirmed in Bourbon County

Thursday, March 26, 2020 ~ Updated 4:11 PM

Submitted to the Tribune

Two Bourbon County, KS positive COVID-19 tests were confirmed this afternoon, making Bourbon County’s total number of cases 3. The testing has been confirmed through the KDHE laboratory in Topeka, KS. Both individuals are and have been in quarantine. The Bourbon County Public Health Department is working diligently to investigate, identify and contact individuals who have been exposed.

The Bourbon County Public Health Department urges the public to continue to take appropriate actions. Everyone should practice good hygiene, stay informed, practice social distancing and limit in-person interactions, and avoid travel whenever possible.

SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19:

•	Fever
•	Cough
•	Shortness of Breath

Please remember if you have the symptoms to:

Call before going to a Clinic, Hospital, ER, or Health Department

Close contact means: 6 foot or less for 10 minutes or more, with a positive case.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS OR ARE IN RESPIRATORY DISTRESS:

•	Call your local clinic/family physician’s office OR 911, where you will receive further instructions.

For more information you may call the SEK Multi-County Health Department: Bourbon: (620)223-4464 Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm OR the COVID-19 Hotline: (866)534-3463.

You may also visit the COVID-19 Resource Center at: http://www.kdheks.gov/coronavirus/index.htm