The patient is a 41-year-old male. There is no travel related with this patient. This brings the total number of confirmed cases in Henry County to two.
The Henry County Health Center staff are working to contact any individuals that have had close contact with the patient and will monitor for symptoms to assist in containing spread.
“We will be working closely with our state partners as well as our local hospital to quickly identify and respond to anyone who may need to self-isolate due to close contact with this individual,” said Peggy Bowles, administrator of the Henry County Health Center. “It is even more vital that all Henry County residents follow the new Stay at Home Order handed down by our Governor this evening.”
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