2nd NY Resident Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Cape May County

CAPE MAY COUNTY, NJ — A New York resident tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Cape May County, officials announced Tuesday. Six people have tested positive for the virus in the county, including two from New York, as of 1:30 p.m. Tuesday.

New Jersey had 935 new cases on Monday and seven additional deaths, Governor Phil Murphy announced. The state now has 2,844 cases and 27 deaths. Read more: NJ Coronavirus: 1K New Cases, 7 More Deaths; Enforcement Underway

The most recent patient is a 32-year-old woman. Officials provided no further information about the patient.

"As Covid-19 spreads throughout the community, it is important for all residents to isolate at home and if sick, quarantine from other household members," the county news release said.

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The Center for Disease Control recommends the following if you're sick with the coronavirus or think you might be:

• Stay home. People who are mildly ill with COVID-19 are able to recover at home. Do not leave, except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas.
• Stay in touch with your doctor. Call before you get medical care. Be sure to get care if you feel worse or you think it is an emergency.
• Avoid using public transportation, ride-sharing or taxis.
• Separate yourself from other people in your home, this is known as home isolation. As much as possible, you should stay in a specific “sick room” and away from other people in your home. Use a separate bathroom, if available.
• You should restrict contact with pets and other animals, just like you would around other people.

People with the coronavirus also might not show symptoms, according to the CDC. With limited testing available nationwide, it is also difficult to gauge the true number of people with the virus.

County officials pleaded with the public to donate sealed boxes of gloves, masks and other personal protective equipment. The need for equipment to combat the virus has been widespread across the United States.

Cape May County expects their need for equipment to increase as testing becomes more widely available and more county residents test positive.

The County Office of Emergency Management would receive these donations. People who may be able to help should call ahead at 609-600-5055. Read more: 5 In Cape May County Now Positive For Coronavirus

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