3 More Positive Cases Of Coronavirus Reported In Gloucester Twp.

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Three more Gloucester Township residents have tested positive for new coronavirus, Camden County officials announced Thursday evening. There have now been seven total cases of coronavirus reported among Gloucester Township residents.

They were among 14 new cases reported in Camden County on Thursday, bringing the total number of cases countywide to 84, with one fatality.

All three Gloucester Township cases were among men, including one in his 50s and two in their 20s. Trace investigations are underway in these cases, and the following new cases that include:

• A Haddonfield man in his 40s;
• A Cherry Hill woman in her 40s;
• A Haddon Heights female in her teens;
• A Pennsauken woman in her 60s;
• A Voorhees woman in her 70s;
• A Cherry Hill woman in her 60s;
• A Cherry Hill woman in her 50s;
• A Voorhees woman in her 20s;
• A Camden man in his 50s;
• An Oaklyn man in his 20s; and
• A Camden woman in her 80s.

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On Thursday, New Jersey was declared a Major Disaster Area as Gov. Phil Murphy announced a stunning increase in coronavirus cases: 2,492, as well as 19 more deaths. Two of those deaths were in Burlington County, but officials didn't provide specifics during a 2 p.m. press conference. Read more here: NJ 'Major Disaster' Area: 2,492 New Coronavirus Cases, 19 Deaths

Here's what else you should know:

• State health officials said they believe the virus is "community-spread" in New Jersey. "Community-spread indicates that the coronavirus is amongst us," Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli announced. Read more: Coronavirus May Be 'Community-Spread' In NJ
• Murphy issued a stay-at-home order, closing all non-essential business at 9 p.m. Saturday, March 21. Read more: Gov. Murphy Announces NJ 'Stay-At-Home' Order Due To Coronavirus
• On Monday, March 16, Murphy announced that all schools would close on Tuesday, March 17. Read more: NJ Schools Will Close Due To Coronavirus Outbreak: Gov. Murphy
• Here are 10 resources for you and your family to utilize as you navigate through the outbreak: Unemployment, Tests, Food: 10 NJ Resources In Coronavirus Crisis
• Murphy issued an executive order on Thursday, March 19 to ensure voters can exercise their right to vote without risking their health and safety. Read more: Coronavirus Alters NJ Election Procedure, Moves Election Dates
• The first person in New Jersey to die of the coronavirus was reported on Tuesday, March 10. Read more: First NJ Coronavirus Death, 4 New Cases: Governor
• New Jersey's courts suspended all new jury trials until further notice, Chief Justice Stuart Rabner said on Thursday, March 12. Read more: Coronavirus Throws Monkey Wrench Into New Jersey Court System
• State Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner announced on Saturday, March 14 that municipal court sessions will be suspended.
• The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission said it's also closing temporarily. Read more: New Jersey MVC Shuts Down Because Of Coronavirus
• Four members of the same New Jersey family died from the coronavirus, according to March 19 reports. Read more: 4 In Same Family, Including 3 In NJ, Die Of Coronavirus: Reports
• The deadline for Americans to file federal taxes was moved from April 15 to July 15, U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin tweeted on Friday, March 20. Read more: Federal Tax Day Postponed To July 15 Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

How It Spreads

The virus that causes COVID-19 is spreading from person-to-person. Someone who is actively sick with COVID-19 can spread the illness to others. That is why CDC recommends that these patients be isolated either in the hospital or at home (depending on how sick they are) until they are better and no longer pose a risk of infecting others.

There is currently no vaccine for COVID-19.

While the best way to prevent illness is to avoid virus exposure, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention always recommends taking preventive actions to contain the spread of viruses. This includes:

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipes.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

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