Westville Man, 69, Dies Of Coronavirus

WESTVILLE, NJ — A 69-year-old Westville man has died after testing positive for the coronavirus, Gloucester County officials announced on Thursday. He was the 194th county resident to die after being diagnosed with the coronavirus.

The county also announced 31 new cases of coronavirus. One of these cases involved an 85-year-old West Deptford woman and another involved a 56-year-old woman from Westville.

As of Thursday, Gloucester County has conducted 29,030 total tests. Of these cases, 26,117 have come back negative. Two cases have been moved out of the county. Gloucester County's total positive coronavirus case count is now 2,913.

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Trace investigations are underway for all new cases in Gloucester County. Officials remind residents that the threat from coronavirus remains low. Gloucester County is expecting cases to rise. Social distancing is critical in flattening the curve and reducing cases.

New Jersey residents can call 2-1-1 or 1-800-962-1253 with questions. The call center is open 24/7 and has multi-language capacity. Residents can also text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive text information and stay informed. To receive live text assistance, text your zip code to 898-211.

The call center is not able to diagnose or give medical recommendations. Healthcare providers should be contacted if medical advice is needed. People should call their doctor or hospital before going so healthcare staff can provide instructions on getting care.

Most people with mild symptoms do not need to be tested. It is important to stay home and isolate from others while sick.

The Gloucester County Department of Health can be reached at 856-218-4101 or by visiting www.gloucestercountynj.gov.

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