By Ms. Tunstall, Newspaper Advisor.
The community transmission level in Porter County is LOW, according to the Indiana Department of Health
Between August 22nd and September 20th, 2022, there have been 1,087 confirmed cases in Porter County, which includes new infections and reinfections
As of September 20th, there have been 23 new infections in Porter County, 8 less than the previous 7-day average
21.9% of cases are reinfections
Since August 22nd, there have been 4 deaths, with 0 in the past week
The highest number of cases has been in the following age groups:
115 in ages 20-29
158 in ages 30-39
149 in ages 40-49
154 in ages 50-59
158 in ages 60-69
101 in ages 70-29
Portage High School recommends the following precautions to mitigate the spread of COVID-19:
Social distance when possible
Wear a face mask
Wash hands thoroughly and often
Screen for COVID-19 symptoms, including:
Fever
Sore throat
Cough
Muscle aches
Chest pain
Fatigue
Headaches
Loss of taste and smell
Regularly test for COVID-19
If a positive test occurs, isolate for 10 days
When returning to school after isolation is complete, students must wear a face mask for 5 days
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