BATH – The Steuben County Public Health Department has received notification of the deaths of three individuals who had previously tested positive for COVID-19. This brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Steuben County to 14. One individual was an 83-year-old female who died at a nursing home in the Hornell area, one individual was an 82-year-old female who died at a different nursing home in the Hornell area, and the third individual was a 39-year-old male from the City of Hornell who died while hospitalized outside the county.
“Words cannot express our sorrow over the rising death toll in Steuben County,” said Public Health Director, Darlene Smith. “To protect our loved ones, friends, neighbors, and community members, please stay home, particularly when feeling ill. Even our essential workers should stay home if they feel unwell. That is the only way to save lives.”
BATH – The Steuben County Public Health Department reports it has received notification that two additional Steuben County residents have tested positive for COVID-19. This brings the total to 156 confirmed cases. The individuals are residents of:
· City of Corning
· Village of Painted Post
One of the individuals is hospitalized, bringing the total number of current hospitalizations to 13.
The individuals are currently being isolated and monitored by the County Health Department. Public Health staff investigated and identified close contacts of the confirmed cases and exposure risks. All those known to have direct contact with the individuals have been notified.
Per CDC and New York State Department of Health guidance, information is being collected beginning 48 hours prior to symptom onset through the day of the investigation. One or more of the individuals reported visiting the follow locations within that timeframe.
· 4/9/20 Morning – Byrne Dairy in Horseheads; pump only
All residents, including those who visited the above locations, should continue to monitor themselves for COVID-19 symptoms of fever, cough and shortness of breath and contact their healthcare provider for instructions if feeling ill.
