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Union County Reports First COVID-19 Related Death

The Union County Public Health Department has confirmed the first resident death associated with COVID-19, also known as coronavirus. The man in his 70’s had been hospitalized and had other health complications. Public Health was notified of the death Thursday, April 9, 2020.

COVID-19 Pet Preparedness

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Animal Care & Control Division (AC&C) and the Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) are working together to ensure pet owners in our community are aware of the importance of including a pet plan in your COVID-19 emergency preparedness planning.

Cabarrus Paramedic Tests Positive For COVID-19

Cabarrus County announced one of its EMS paramedics has tested positive for COVID-19. Employees were informed on Tuesday, also work-related safety measures and off-duty best practices were reinforced.

Cabarrus Health Alliance Suggests People Should Follow CDC's Cloth Face Mask Recommendations

Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA), Cabarrus County’s public health authority, suggests individuals follow recommendations issued Friday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to wear cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies)β€”especially in areas of significant community-based transmission.

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