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Finney County Reports Its First Case Of COVID-19

Robin Valenzuela
Kansas counties reporting COVID-19 cases appear in red. Data compiled from county health departments and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE).

 
The Finney County Health Department is reporting its first case of COVID-19.

 
According to a press release from the Finney County Health Department issued Saturday, St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City confirmed its first positive case of coronavirus in Finney County.  The person is not being hospitalized and the health department said no other information is being provided at this time. 

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly on Saturday issued a statewide stay-at-home order that takes effect Monday and will remain in effect until at least April 19. 
 
Additionally, for Finney County residents, health officials are providing the following guidance. 
 
If you are sick:           

  • Call Finney County’s Coronavirus (COVID-19) Hotline at 620.272.3600 before visiting your doctor.   
  • Stay home except to receive medical care and avoid public areas.            
  • Monitor your symptoms and seek prompt medical attention if symptoms are worsening. Call 620.272.3600 before going to your provider. 

Continue to practice preventative actions:           

  • Follow Governor Kelly’s Executive Order and STAY HOME except to get essential groceries and household items.            
  • If you must leave your home, practice social distancing and maintain 6 feet between you and other people.   
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.           
  • Cover your coughs and sneezes, and clean all highly used surfaces daily.           
  • Wash your hands often for at least 20 seconds; use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if washing is not an option; avoid touching your face.

For more information, please visit the Kansas Department of Health and Environment or the Finney County Health Department.
 
Finney County residents: If you are experiencing a cough, fever, or shortness of breath, or want more information regarding COVID-19, please call the Finney County Coronavirus (COVID-19) Hotline at 620.272.3600.
 
Gove and Stevens County in western Kansas have also reported one case in each county of COVID-19 since Thursday.