Calloway County Coronavirus Count Now at Six

Two additional people now have confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in Calloway County, bringing the county's total to six.

In a Friday night press release, the Calloway County Health Department said two more people have been diagnosed. Officials say they are being monitored for fever and respiratory symptoms, but didn't share any more information, citing privacy concerns. 

Anyone who may have been in contact with these two or may have been exposed to the virus is being contacted. 

The health department says two of the county's COVID-19 cases have fully recovered, with one hospitalized and the other three isolated at home. 

Kim Paschall, Director of Nursing for the Calloway County Health Department, said they expect the number of cases to continue to increase, but anyone can limit the risk of exposure by practicing social distancing.

Anyone who needs more information can visit www.kycovid19.ky.gov, call the state hotline at 1-800-722-5725, call your medical provider, visit the health department's Facebook page, or call them at 270-753-3381.