2 More Cherry Hill Residents Die Due To Coronavirus

CHERRY HILL, NJ — Two more Cherry Hill residents have died after testing positive for the coronavirus, Camden County officials announced on Friday.

Following the passing of a woman in her 90s and a man in his 70s, 146 Cherry Hill residents have now died as a result of the coronavirus, according to numbers provided by the county.

There are 1,463 total Cherry Hill residents who have tested positive for the virus as of Friday. A Cherry Hill woman in her 50s and a man in his 30s were among the 43 additional cases of the coronavirus identified in Camden County on Friday.

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As of Friday, there are 10,764 Camden County residents who tested positive for the coronavirus. Along with the two Cherry Hill residents and a Camden man in his 40s whose death was also announced on Friday, there have been 558 confirmed coronavirus-related deaths in Camden County.

“I am deeply saddened to announce that three Camden County residents have lost their lives in recent days due to COVID-19,” Camden County Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli Jr. said. “Today has been a stark reminder that this pandemic is not over, the fight against this virus has not been won, and each of us still faces tremendous risks. We cannot let our guards down, and we must continue to take all precautions to protect ourselves and one another. Wear a mask, social distance, and work with our contact tracing team if they call.”

According to the Camden County Department of Health, there are 1,448 confirmed cases among residents at the county's long-term care facilities, with 327 deaths. Another 607 cases were reported among staff members, with three deaths.

Residents who are having difficulty coping with the coronavirus crisis can call the Mental Health Association in New Jersey, Inc. at 877-294- HELP (4357) between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. for emotional support, guidance and mental health referrals as needed. For additional information and services, call Camden County's Office of Mental Health & Addiction at 856-374-6361.

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