Six confirmed COVID-19 cases reported at NW Houston nursing facility
This scanning electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2 (orange) — also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus that causes COVID-19. (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases-Rocky Mountain Laboratories, NIH)
HOUSTON - Harris County Public Health, along with Texas Health and Human Services, announced on Friday they are investigating a COVID-19 outbreak at a northwest Houston nursing facility.
According to a release, the COVID-19 outbreak is located at Park Manor of CyFair. Officials said their investigation into the facility began back on May 28 after an individual tested positive for COVID-19.
By the beginning of June, officials said nine individuals tested positive.
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The release stated that there have been 10 deaths, six confirmed COVID-19 deaths, and four pending medical record review.
Officials added that 68 residents and staff members are currently being monitored by HCPH for COVID-19.
HCPH reported they issued public health control orders to the facility to ensure compliance with infection control and prevention, to track viral transmission of the virus causing COVID-19 and COVID-19 related deaths.
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As has been reported, the elderly and people with underlying health conditions or weakened immune systems are at much higher risk for developing serious complications from COVID-19, including hospitalizations and death.