Bradford County Announces First Presumptive Positive COVID-19 Case

Bradford County Officials and the Pennsylvania Department of Health are announcing the first presumptive positive case of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Bradford County today.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health will continuing to monitor the individual. No other details about the person involved will be released to protect their privacy.

Bradford County has been preparing for the COVID-19 virus with the anticipation that it would likely make its way to our county. We want to remind everyone that you can take simple steps help to prevent the spread of this virus such as, washing your hands often, cover coughs/sneezes, don’t touch your face, clean frequently touched surfaces, stay home if you are sick, avoid sick people. If you feel that you have symptoms such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath, please stay at home and call your healthcare provider for further instructions on how to get tested.

This is an evolving situation which will require constant monitoring. To receive the latest information and updates regarding COVID-19 in Bradford County, please visit the Bradford County Department of Public Safety Facebook page or Bradford County website at bradfordcountypa.org.

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