Prosper woman in her 50s is the second confirmed coronavirus case in Denton County
A Prosper woman her 50s is the second confirmed case of COVID-19 in Denton County, according to public health officials.
The woman recently traveled and is in home isolation, according to Denton County Public Health.
Epidemiologists are identifying and contacting individuals who may been exposed, according to a release. Individuals identified as exposed to the virus will be contacted directly by the health department.
“This morning’s newest disaster declaration and executive order provide recommendations to limit the spread of disease,” Denton County Judge Andy Eads said in the release. “Even more so now, with a second positive case within Denton County, we stress the importance of heeding these recommendations.”
This story was originally published March 17, 2020 at 6:29 PM.
