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Kewaunee County reports first coronavirus death

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A Kewaunee County resident who was diagnosed with coronavirus has died, according to the Kewaunee County Public Health Department, making this the first COVID-19 related death in the County. Officials report that the patient had passed away on Monday.

People who had been in close contact to the person have been asked to self-quarantine for 14 days, health officials stated in a news release.

As of Tuesday, Kewaunee County has had 111 residents tested for COVID-19 with 5 positive cases, 78 negative results and 28 tests pending.

If you feel that you may have been exposed to COVID-19 or have questions, stay home and contact your primary care provider. To reach the Kewaunee County Public Health Department, call (920) 388-7160 (Monday-Friday: 8AM-4:30PM).