CNBNews

March 28, 2020

Cape May Court House- New Jersey has become the second leading state in the nation with 8,825 total COVID-19 cases and 108 deaths. Today, Cape May County’s total has increased by one case, a 12-year-old female who is recovering at her residence, bringing the county to a total of 10 cases .

 
“There is currently no treatment for COVID-19, which is why social distancing is so important. We urge our residents to continue social distancing and taking all standard precautions such as washing your hands and frequently cleaning touched surfaces,” said Kevin Thomas, Health Officer.
Currently the testing guidelines in New Jersey state that only symptomatic (sick) individuals experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms, such as fever of 100.4 or higher, shortness of breath, and coughing, are being tested at this time. If an individual test positive they should stay at home and self-isolate. Self-isolation means creating a separate space in the home and keep a safe distance from others. Those household members who tested positive with COVID-19 should self-quarantine for 14 full days until AFTER any sick person in the household’s self-isolation period ends.
Residents should also continue to take simple steps to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Wash hands with liquid soap and water, and rubbing for at least 20 seconds, or using alcohol-based sanitizer if soap and water are not available;
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing;
• Stay home if you are sick; 
• Regularly clean high-touch surfaces
• When you must go out for essential items practice social distancing, minimize your time out and wash your hands as soon as possible afterward