5 More Cherry Hill Residents Die Of Coronavirus

CHERRY HILL, NJ — Five Cherry Hill residents were among 22 new Camden County residents who have died after testing positive for the coronavirus, officials announced on Friday. More than 500 county residents have now died as a result of the coronavirus.

There were nearly as many fatalities reported as new cases, as there were 25 new cases of the coronavirus reported in Camden County on Friday. None of them involved Cherry Hill residents.

As of Friday, there are 1,050 cases of the coronavirus in Cherry Hill with 153 confirmed deaths. There are 8,089 cases in Camden County with 501 confirmed deaths.

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“This pandemic has been marked by one grim milestone after another. Today, we announce with a heavy heart the loss of 22 additional Camden County residents, bringing our total number of victims to over 500,” Camden County Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli Jr. said. “The toll of this pandemic has been absolutely devastating. Hundreds of families in our community have been torn apart by this virus, and news from around the country raises fears that we will continue to face additional loss of life in the weeks and months ahead. The only way to prevent this from happening is to continue following the guidance of public health officials. Wear a mask, social distance, avoid large gatherings, and stay home if you are sick. This fight has not been easy, and it is not getting easier, but we can win the war against this virus if we work together and individually take responsibility for the health and well-being of those around us.”

The following information is available about the new deaths in Cherry Hill

• A man in his 60s;
• A woman in her 80s;
• A woman in her 90s;
• A woman in her 70s; and
• A man in his 60s.

According to the Camden County Department of Health, there are 1,321 confirmed cases among residents at the county's long-term care facilities, with 303 deaths. Another 492 cases were reported among staff members, with three deaths.

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