BATH – The Steuben County Public Health Department received notification of the death of an individual who had previously tested positive for COVID-19. This brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Steuben County to 110. The individual was a 74 year-old male from the Town of Rathbone who died while hospitalized.
“COVID-19 continues to take an immense toll on our community,” said Public Health Director, Darlene Smith. “We collectively mourn with the family and friends of this gentleman. With our hospitalization rates higher than they’ve ever been during this pandemic, it is critical that we all adhere to proven public health protocols.”
All residents should continue to monitor themselves for COVID-19 symptoms of fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills or repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, and new loss of taste or smell and contact their healthcare provider for instructions if feeling ill.
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