The Georgia Department of Public Health has reported that there were a total of 121 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (or coronavirus) as of noon Monday. A break down of cases per county is posted at www.dph.georgia.gov. The DPH updates the site each day at noon to provide regular and accurate information to the public. Dr.…… read more »
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ROME POLICE MAKING AN EFFORT TO PROTECT OFFICERS AND THE PUBLIC AMID CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK
Local law enforcement officers are doing their part to protect themselves and others amid the coronavirus pandemic. Denise Downer-McKinney, Chief of the Rome Police Department, states that officers have been issued masks, sanitizers and gloves; however, it’s business as usual for the RPD, which continues its mission to protect the public. Those with non-emergency questions…… read more »
EVEN VETERINARIANS IMPACTED BY A SHORTAGE OF SUPPLIES DUE TO COVID-19
Even veterinarians are impacted by a shortage of supplies due to COVID-19. Dr. Dan Pate, owner of the West Rome Animal Clinic, attests that he has had a difficult time finding masks in recent days. Supplies such as drapes, masks, fluids, I.V.s, and gloves are in demand for human health care; Dr. Pate asserts that…… read more »
LATEST COVID-19 REPORT FROM THE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Cases of COVID-19 (the coronavirus) are on the rise in Georgia. According to the state Department of Public Health, there were 99 confirmed cases as of noon on Sunday. Four were reported here in Floyd County. Updates are now provided daily at noon in order to provide the most recent numbers available; they may be…… read more »
NWGA PUBLIC HEALTH: KEEP AN EYE ON THE ELDERLY AMID SPREAD OF CORONAVIRUS
Amid the increase of coronavirus cases, keep an eye on your loved ones – as best you can – especially senior citizens. Logan Boss, Public Information Officer for the Georgia Department of Public Health, Northwest Health District, asserts that seniors, particularly those ages 80 and up, are among the most vulnerable to the virus. He…… read more »
FLOYD EMA DIRECTOR REMINDS THE PUBLIC TO CONTINUE TO FOLLOW CDC/PUBLIC HEALTH GUIDELINES PERTAINING TO THE CORONAVIRUS
The Floyd County Emergency Management Agency has been in close contact with public health officials concerning COVID-19. Tim Herrington, Floyd EMA Director, urges the public to continue to follow CDC and Georgia Department of Public Health guidelines for combating the illness – wash your hands frequently, do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth with…… read more »
STATUS REPORT WEBSITE NOW AVAILABLE FOR COVID-19 IN GEORGIA
Governor Brian Kemp and Kathleen E. Toomey, MD, MPH, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Public Health, on Thursday introduced a daily status report page for confirmed COVID-19 (coronavirus) cases in Georgia. This report updates every night at midnight. The goal is to provide accurate and regular information to the public. The new tool is…… read more »
DPH: KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS OF COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS)
Logan Boss, Public Information Officer for the Georgia Department of Public Health, Northwest Health District, encourages Northwest Georgians to know the warning signs of COVID-19, especially those who are most at-risk (such as the elderly and those with chronic medical conditions). Reach out to your health care provider immediately if you experience fever, cough or…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD CHAMBER PREZ ADDRESSES IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON LOCAL BUSINESSES
Many business owners nationwide and right here in our own community are concerned about how they may be impacted by COVID-19. Jeanne Krueger, President and CEO of the Rome-Floyd Chamber, encourages locals to support their friends and neighbors’ businesses amid this crisis. And if you aim to limit in-person interaction, pick up the phone or…… read more »
ROME POLICE OUTLINE PLANS TO KEEP LOCAL ROADS SAFER
The Selective Enforcement Unit of the Rome Police Department held a press conference on Thursday evening to share details about efforts to keep drivers safer on local roads. Captain Chris DeHart says that the RPD has prioritized education and public information, in addition to enforcement. Local law enforcement officers are primarily focused on occupant protection,…… read more »