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General Information The Merced County Department of Public Health is closely following the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and California Department of Public Health on the novel (new) nCoV virus that is causing an outbreak of pneumonia illness. Coronavirus is a type of virus that causes diseases of varying severities, ranging from the common cold to more serious respiratory disease.
Persons who have recently traveled to China, Japan, South Korea, Iran, or Italy, or who have had contact with a person with possible COVID-19 infection and have the above symptoms should call their local health department or health care provider immediately.
Do not go to your provider’s office without calling ahead. Do not call 911 for suspected COVID-19 unless you are having a medical emergency.
Watch an Informational Video from the Merced County Public Health Officer, Dr. Ken Bird
Symptoms Fever Cough Difficulty Breathing Severe Illness At-Risk Groups Older Adults Individuals with serious chronic medical conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or lung disease Individuals with compromised immune systems How is Coronavirus Spread Coughing and sneezing Close personal contact, such as touching shaking hands Touching an object or surface with the virus on it, then touching your mouth, nose, or eyes before washing your hands Novel coronavirus is new, and we are continuing to learn about spreading patterns and incubation periods
Treatment There is no specific antiviral treatment recommended for the 2019-nCoV infection. People with symptoms should contact their providers.
Currently, there is no vaccine available to protect against 2019-nCoV.
Key Points Novel Coronavirus is a new virus that hasn’t been identified before in humans. Coronavirus can spread through close personal contact, or by touching an object of surface with the virus on it. Use prevention measures that work to prevent other respiratory infections to prevent novel Coronavirus. The Merced County Department of Public Health is taking steps to prevent the spread of Coronavirus in Merced County. Information for Healthcare Professionals Visit: CDC Coronavirus Information
Additional Information on Coronavirus
Merced County COVID-19 Statistics Status Count Total Confirmed Cases 29 Active 25 Recovered 3 Deaths 1
Acquisition Count Out of Jurisdiction 10 Healthcare Exposure 1 Community Spread 9 Person-to-Person 9 Under Investigation 0
Gender Count Male 15 Female 14
Age Group Count 0 - 17 1 18 - 49 19 50 - 64 6 65 + 3
Location Count East Merced County 17 West Merced County 12
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