The Pottawattamie County Emergency Management Agency reports today (Wednesday, April 8th) Pottawattamie County Public Health indicated another positive COVID-19 cases in Pottawattamie County. The total number of COVID-19 cases for Pottawattamie County is now twelve, three of which have recovered.

Pottawattamie County’s twelfth case is a female between 41-60 years old and a rural resident of Neola. She was tested on April 5 and is currently self-isolating. Pottawattamie County Public Health is conducting a contact tracing investigation and is in contact with the Iowa Department of Public Health.

The Health Department is emphasizing the importance of social distancing. Stay home as often as possible. The best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 is to stay home as much as possible. Only leave home for essential reasons. Do not visit big box stores except for essential grocery and pharmaceutical needs. If you must leave home, practice social distancing and stay at least six feet away from others. Implement excellent hygiene and disinfectant practices. Wash hands and disinfect frequently touched surfaces multiple times per day. Isolate if you are sick.

If you have COVID-19 symptoms or develop symptoms, (fever, cough, shortness of breath) contact your healthcare provider before going to the doctor’s office or an emergency room.