Only 1 positive case reported by local testing
By Donnie A. Lucas
Only one positive case of COVID-19 was recorded at the three Albany testing sites over the last two weeks.
A total of 13 tests were administered during the period, according to a report issued by county judge Bob Skelton.
The number of hospitalized cases in Trauma Service Area D which includes Abilene and Brownwood hospitals dropped to just two patients, including one in ICU at the time of the report on Tuesday.
The CDC has approved administering a second booster dose of Moderna to patients meeting certain criteria including age limits and medical conditions.
Testing continues to be available locally at the Shackelford County Health Clinic, the EMS station and ResourceCare Community Health Center.
The total number of tests or positives does not include any information about tests administered outside Albany or by use of a home test, which according to officials could be a significant number.
Residents continue to have access to at-home COVID tests free of charge.Anyone interested can go online: www.COVIDtests.gov.
Despite the nationwide decline in the number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalization for most parts of the country, the CDC recommends all eligible citizens get vaccinated with the series of two vaccines and follow-up booster.
Anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms can make an appointment to be tested at one of the three testing sites in Albany.
Free COVID-19 testing is offered the Shackelford County EMS Station. Call 325-762-3313 to schedule an appointment.
The Shackelford County Health Clinic (325-762-3661) and ResourceCare Community Health Center (325-762-2447) both offer testing and vaccines, including boosters, by appointment.
Children ages 5-17 can now receive the vaccine and a booster, but only the Pfizer vaccine is currently approved for that age group and must be obtained in Abilene.
