The Coastal Health District has confirmed that a resident of Glynn County and a resident of Camden County have died from complications of COVID-19. These are the first COVID-19 related deaths in both counties.
The Glynn County resident was a 76-year-old male. It is not currently known if he had underlying medical conditions.
The Camden County resident was a 45-year-old male with underlying medical conditions.
Statewide, more than 840 people have died from COVID-19 and more than 21,000 people have tested positive for the illness. There is community-wide transmission of the virus that causes COVID-19 across the state.
Georgians of all ages should practice social distancing as much as possible. Avoid unnecessary contact with people outside your household, wash your hands often, and isolate yourself from others if you become sick.
For more information about COVID-19 in our area, visit covid19.gachd.org.
