Allen County’s positive COVID-19 cases jumped to 185 as of Wednesday night, the highest number recorded at one time locally since the pandemic began.
The Southeast Kansas Multi-County Health Departments reported the increased numbers at 7:18 p.m. on Facebook. Two days earlier, on Monday, the number of cases was at 123.
The number represents cases that were lab confirmed, the post read. “This is not counting others that have tested at home,” it also read.
SEKMCHD Director Rebecca Johnson also asked people to stay home if sick, wear a mask in large gatherings or if unable to socially distance, wash their hands frequently and use other good hygiene measures.
If you’ve been exposed to a contagious person, stay home and monitor symptoms.
Stay home for 10 days if you’ve been exposed to a contagious person and monitor for symptoms. Quarantine time frames vary, so contact the health department if you’ve been exposed.
The health department also recommends vaccinations. The COVID vaccine is available to those age 5 and older, and booster shots are available to all adults.
