City of Corpus Christi, TX

05/23/2022 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/23/2022 15:46

Corpus Christi - Nueces County Report One COVID-19 Related Death

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The Corpus Christi - Nueces County Public Health District received notification of one COVID-19 related death. The patient was a female in her 80's. Comorbidities included diabetes, hypothyroidism, hyperlipidemia, gastroesophageal refluxdisease (GERD) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Our condolences go out to her family and friends. Further information is not being released for privacy and confidentiality reasons.

All Nueces County residents must make every effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. Here are Public Health strategies we should all be following:

● Wear a mask when in public.

● Practice social distancing with everyone outside of your immediate household.

● Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

● Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

● Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

● Stay home when you are sick.

● Disinfect frequently touched surfaces at home and at work.

● Get vaccinated as soon as eligible.