Chippewa County Department of Public Health confirmed today the first death of a Chippewa County resident due to COVID-19.
“We are very saddened by the death of our community member. Our hearts go out to all the loved ones affected by this death, and to all those suffering from this virus,” said Angela Weideman, Health Officer/Director. “As we navigate through this hard and trying time, Chippewa County continues to work diligently with local, state, and national partners to coordinate our response to COVID-19.”
If you think you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, or have symptoms of illness, which may include fever, coughing, shortness of breath, body aches and sore throat, make sure to distance yourself from others, particularly vulnerable populations. This includes people 60 years of age and older; people with serious chronic health conditions such as diabetes, lung disease, heart disease; or those who are immunocompromised.
