Only 1 COVID case reported last week

By Donnie A. Lucas

Only one new COVID-19 case was reported last week, as the number of local cases continues to remain low based on information provided by Albany’s two health clinics.

The weekly report by county judge Bob Skelton issued Tuesday reported one positive test result out of nine tests administered at the two local clinics for the period of Oct. 31 through Nov. 4.

There were four positive cases out of 12 tests for the week of Oct. 17-21.

Testing continues to be available locally at the Shackelford County Health Clinic and ResourceCare Community Health Center.

The CDC continues to recommend all eligible citizens get vaccinated with the series of two vaccines and the two follow-up boosters.

Anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms can make an appointment to be tested at one of the two testing sites in Albany.

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.

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