City, County Confirm Two New COVID-19 Related Deaths
Written by Post Public Information Representative, Apr 12, 2020, 0 Comments
Rafael Benavides,
LAREDO, Texas—The City of Laredo and Webb County have confirmed the seventh and eighth deaths in Laredo related to COVID-19. The City and County want to express their most sincere condolences to the families and want them to know that our counselors, as well as our support, are available.
A woman in her 90s with underlying health conditions had tested positive for COVID-19 and was being treated at Laredo Medical Center when she died on Saturday, April 11, 2020. Similarly, a man in his 20s with underlying health conditions passed from the disease at Laredo Medical Center late Saturday.
The City of Laredo Health Department reminds the public that the coronavirus can be present in their system even while the person presents no symptoms. Some may be asymptomatic, while others may initially have mild to moderate symptoms that can include high fever, cough and shortness of breath. The majority of patients will recover, but some may need to be hospitalized due to complications. The majority of our local positive cases have recovered while isolated or quarantined in their home. Please follow health department COVID-19 prevention guidelines regarding social distancing and proper hygiene. Persons should stay at home, not gather in groups and cover their nose and mouth when around others.
