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COVID-19 Joint Information Center: First Confirmed COVID-19 Death

COVID-19 Joint Information Center: First Confirmed COVID-19 Death

COVID-19 Update
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 10, 2020) – Washington County Health Officer Earl Stoner announced the first confirmed death of a Washington County resident from 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The resident was a woman in her 20’s with underlying medical conditions.
“I am deeply saddened to announce this loss of a member of our community ” said County Health Officer Earl Stoner. “We extend our heartfelt sympathies to her family and friends.
The Washington County Joint Information Center continues to urge residents to take precautions and follow the directives issued by Governor Larry Hogan to help slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus in our community. Please continue to practice social distancing, stay home unless it is for an essential reason, disinfect commonly touched surfaces, and wash your hands frequently.
To watch the full press conference, click the video below.
Press Conference Briefing on COVID-19
For information on how Washington County is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, please visit the Washington County coronavirus information page.
For additional information, please contact the Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380 or [email protected].
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