December 7, 2020 4:00pm - Leavenworth County Health Department Update
Monday, December 7, 2020 - Leavenworth County Health Department Update:
- (119) New Positive Community Cases
- (1) United States Penitentiary Case
- (2) Lansing Correctional Facility Cases
- (1) Case transferred to another jurisdiction
- (115) Community Recoveries
- (304) Active Cases Leavenworth County Health Department is monitoring
- (3) Currently Hospitalized
- (1,266) Negative Tests (1,517) - total tests so far reported for the week of 11/30
Since our last update, the Health Department was notified of (2) additional COVID-19 related deaths. Both gentlemen, one in his 70's and one in his 80's have died from complications with COVID-19. Our condolences go out to each of thier families and loved ones during this difficult time.
In concert with KDHE, Leavenworth County will update our statistics on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Data is updated weekly on Mondays.
Anyone who has symptoms of COVID-19 should call the Leavenworth County Health Department's Screening Hotline at 913-250-2000, option 3. The Screening Hotline is staffed Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you have an emergency, call 911. Questions can also be emailed to jic@leavenworthcounty.gov.