Kiowa County Public Health COVID Weekly Update – October 28, 2020

DATA

  • Cases 4
  • Hospitalizations 0
  • Deaths 0

*These are cumulative totals as of 10/26/2020 4pm

TESTS: Positivity rates have risen, and the testing frequency is about the same. Kiowa county is

currently at >9%. Our goal is to keep this <5%. This is not unexpected as more COVID in the

area will increase the positivity rate. Our goal is to test frequently and NOT get positives. We

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Feeling scared about how your kids can enjoy Halloween this year? Have no fear – healthy snacks are here

Halloween is extra tricky this year thanks to COVID-19. But beyond the possible exposure to the virus from trick-or-treating or Halloween parties, there’s the issue of excess sugar intake – and, how it might contribute to lowered immune response and increased risk for severity of viral infection.

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