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2 New Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Jackson County

Jackson County Public Health

Jackson County Health Department announced two new confirmed cases of COVID-19. 

A female in her 20s, who is isolated and doing well. 

A female in her 70s, who is isolated and doing fair. 

Public Health Officials say both individuals acquired the virus through local contact with a known or suspected case. 

Officials say there have been 27 total confirmed cases in Jackson County including two deaths. Six individuals have recovered enough to be released from isolation. 

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