By Neil Doyle
BLOOMINGTON – McLean County has added three new cases of coronavirus, bringing the county total to 223
The McLean County Health Department said the new cases are both men; one in his 20s, the other in his 40s.
The health department also reported the first coronavirus case at Heritage Health in Normal. No other information was available about this case.
“Our leadership team at Heritage Health – Normal continues to work with the McLean County Health Department to ensure we are following their guidelines and protocol with a positive COVID-19 test in the building,” said Ben Hart, President & CEO of Heritage Operations Group. “While the caregiving staff continues to adhere to the infection prevention measures we have in place, they continue to provide uninterrupted services to all of our residents and stability to their daily routine especially during this Coronavirus pandemic. We are thankful for all that our employees do and that the families of our residents continue to trust us to care for their loved ones.”
Three people are currently hospitalized, 23 are in home isolation, and 185 have recovered from the virus, according to the MCHD. There have been 13 deaths in the county.
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 982 new coronavirus cases and 97 additional deaths. The statewide total now 123,830, including 5,621 deaths.
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