BATTLE CREEK, MI. – (WTVB) – The Calhoun County Public Health Department reported the county’s first death due to COVID-19 on Friday.
They said in a news release that the individual was an adult resident at Advantage Living Center in Battle Creek who had underlying medical conditions.
“On behalf of Calhoun County we extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of this individual,” said Eric Pessell, Health Officer for Calhoun County Public Health Department. “We are saddened by this death and realize it is difficult news for our community as we face the reality of the COVID-19 outbreak. The importance of staying vigilant in our disease prevention actions is stronger than ever. Not everyone who has the coronavirus will be visibly sick. Following public health guidelines is essential. Please continue to limit travel outside the home only when absolutely necessary, and diligently wash your hands.”
The department says there are currently nine laboratory confirmed COVID-19 cases at Advantage Living of which five are residents and four are staff members. They say they are continuing to work with Advantage Living to control the facility spread of COVID-19.
At last report, there are 31 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Calhoun County.
