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Macon County, NC -- Macon County NC, Information & Resources September 22, 2021
The COVID-19 state of emergency issued in Macon County has been officially terminated. Macon County officials still encourage both residents and visitors to follow health and safety guidelines. And, if you have not had a COVID-19 vaccine, you are urged to do so. Call Macon County Public Health at 828-349-2081 to schedule your vaccination.
September 22 - COVID-19 Case Count Update:
391 Active Cases of COVID-19 in Macon County
4,337 Recovered • 55 Deaths • 4,783 Total Cases
Total First Dose Vaccines Given by MCPH & Off-Site: 13,032 (second dose vaccines not reflected in total)
September 20, 2021 - Macon County Reports an Additional Death Related to COVID-19
Macon County Public Health received notification that a Macon County resident, between 65-74 years old, who was diagnosed with COVID-19 has passed away. To protect the family’s privacy, no additional information will be released about this individual. This death brings Macon County to fifty-five (55) deaths related to COVID-19.
Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19; however, anyone of any age can become infected with this illness. Therefore, we ask that community members strictly follow the governor’s recommendations and continue to practice social distancing, as well as safe hygiene measures such as hand washing and frequently cleaning touched objects and surfaces. Everyone who is eligible is encouraged to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, a safe and effective prevention tool.
If you believe that you may have COVID-19, please call the Health Department at 828-349-2081 to schedule an appointment for a test. To register and schedule an appointment to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, please call 828-349-2081.
