(Des Moines) Fourteen people in Iowa have tested positive for COVID-19. The Iowa Department of Public Health reported Wednesday of an additional positive test; an additional 21 tests proved negative for the virus.
The new case is in an older adult 61-80 years old from Johnson County. This person traveled on the same additional Egyptian cruise along with the other positive cases.
The cases previously identified as presumptive positive are now officially positive. The symptoms of COVID-19 are; fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Those most at risk are older adults and individuals with underlying health conditions.
Meanwhile, it’s currently flu and respiratory disease season, and the Iowa Department of Public Health recommends getting the flu vaccine. Influenza activity is widespread in Iowa, and as long as flu viruses are circulating, it’s not too late to receive the vaccine.
