September 2021 COVID-19 Updates

ADAIR COUNTY PASSES 3,500 MARK AND CONFIRMS THE 34th DEATH

Kirksville, MO 9/30/21 – The Adair County Health Department confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 yesterday and another seven cases today which brings the overall case count to 3,508. There are currently 39 active cases and 3,435 people who have left isolation.

Health Department staff also confirmed the 34th COVID-related death among Adair County residents. A previously reported 54-year-old male was admitted to Liberty Hospital Sept. 25 and passed away Sept. 27. The resident was fully vaccinated and suffered from underlying health conditions.

The four cases confirmed Sept. 29 involve females ages 4, 20, 39 and 49. One is in the higher education sector and is fully vaccinated.

Among the seven cases confirmed today are females ages 17, 22, 23 and 24 and males ages 16, 20 and 36. Two are in the higher education sector and one is in the K-12 schools sector. Three are breakthrough cases.

Three of these 11 cases reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case.

 

ADAIR COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT SCHEDULES CURBSIDE AND DRIVE-THROUGH CLINICS FOR COVID-19 VACCINE AND BOOSTERS AND ANNUAL FLU VACCINE

Kirksville, MO 9/29/21 – The Adair County Health Department has scheduled several easy opportunities for residents to get their COVID-19 vaccines and boosters, as well as their annual influenza vaccine, from the comfort of their vehicle.

The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID vaccine will be administered curbside at the Health Department, 1001 S. Jamison Street, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 30 and on October 5, 7, 12 and 14. Call 660-665-8491 to register for a date and time. Masks are required.

First, second, and third doses of the vaccine will be administered, along with boosters for those who received their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine at least six months prior to the date you register for a booster. The following people currently qualify for boosters:

• Those ages 65 and older;
• Those ages 18 and older who live in long-term care settings;
• Those ages 18 to 64 who have underlying health conditions; and,
• Those ages 18 to 64 who are at increased risk due to their occupation or work setting, including:
  • First responders;
  • Education workers such as teachers, staff, and daycare workers;
  • Food and agriculture workers, including those who work at area plants;
  • Correctional facility workers;
  • U.S. Postal Service workers;
  • Public transit workers and school bus drivers; and,
  • Grocery store workers.

COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are free, but you must bring proof of prior vaccination if you are receiving your second or third dose or a booster. COVID-19 vaccine consent forms are also required. You can access it from the Health Department website by clicking on “Forms” in the upper right corner of the home page and printing out the form. They are also available for pick up outside the Health Department Clinic door and will be available at the curbside vaccine clinic.

There are three opportunities for residents ages 3 and older to get their annual flu vaccine. The regular and high-dose vaccines will be administered on a first-come, first-serve basis. High-dose flu vaccines are recommended for those ages 65 and older.

There is a drive-through flu vaccine clinic on Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the NEMO Fairgrounds. There are also curbside clinics on Oct. 13 and 15 at 1001 S. Jamison Street from 2 to 4 p.m. both days.

No registration is required for flu vaccines, and shots are free for Adair County residents. Medicare and Medicaid/MO HealthNet beneficiaries are asked to bring their insurance cards with them.

Those coming to the flu vaccine drive-through and curbside clinics should visit the Health Department website and click on “Forms” in the upper right corner of the home page. You are encouraged to print out and complete the Flu Clinic Screening and Consent Form and bring it with you to the drive-through event to minimize wait times. Face masks are required, and short-sleeved or loose-fitting shirts are recommended.

The flu vaccine does not protect against COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccine does not protect against the flu. The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

The Health Department continues to assess the need for future COVID-19 mass vaccination efforts.

 

ADAIR COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT REMINDS RESIDENTS TO GET THEIR ANNUAL FLU VACCINE

Kirksville, MO 9/28/21 – The Adair County Health Department reminds residents that it’s important for everyone ages 3 and older to get the annual flu vaccine. The Health Department holds a drive-through flu vaccine clinic Wednesday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the NEMO Fairgrounds. No registration is required, and shots are free for Adair County residents. Medicare and Medicaid/MO HealthNet beneficiaries are asked to bring their insurance cards with them.

Those coming to the drive-through clinic should visit the Health Department website and click on “Forms” in the upper right corner of the home page. You are encouraged to print out and complete the Flu Clinic Screening and Consent Form and bring it with you to the drive-through event to minimize wait times. Face masks are required, and short-sleeved or loose-fitting shirts are recommended.

The flu vaccine does not protect against COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccine does not protect against the flu. The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

Yesterday’s cases included a 31-year-old male who received a COVID-19 antibody test, not a test to determine positivity; therefore, the overall case count has been correct.

Confirmation of six new cases today brings the count to 3,497 with 48 active cases and 3,416 people who have left isolation. The cases involve females ages 4, 38, 71 and 81 and males ages 12 and 70. Two reside in households with at least one other positive case, one is in the K-12 schools sector, and one is a breakthrough infection.

Two previously reported males have been discharged from Northeast Regional Medical Center. An 86-year-old admitted Sept. 15 was discharged Sept. 23. A 73-year-old admitted Sept. 23 was discharged yesterday.

 

ADAIR COUNTY RECORDS 33rd COVID-RELATED DEATH AS CASE COUNT NEARS 3,500

Kirksville, MO 9/27/21 – The Adair County Health Department confirmed the COVID-related death of a previously reported 64-year-old female. She was admitted to Boone Hospital Sept. 2 and discharged to hospice care Sept. 22. She passed away Sept. 24.

There have been 12 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed since Friday. The overall case count is now 3,492 with 61 active cases, 3,398 people who have left isolation, and 33 deaths.

Today’s cases involve females ages 19, 27, 43, and 74, and males ages 9 months, 4, 21, 31, 33, 34, 51 and 65. Four reside at addresses with at least one other positive case. One is in the higher education sector, and one is a breakthrough case.

Among the active cases as of Friday, Sept. 24, 50% were among residents ages 0 to 30, and 33% of active cases were among those in the K-12 schools sector.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

 

ADAIR COUNTY COVID-19 CASE COUNT HITS 3,480

Kirksville, MO 9/24/21 – The Adair County Health Department confirmed seven new cases of COVID-19 today, bringing the overall count to 3,480. There are 66 active cases and 3,382 people who have left isolation.

A previously reported 73-year-old unvaccinated male was admitted to Northeast Regional Medical Center Sept. 23. He is not on ventilator support at this time.

Among the new cases are females ages 9, 31, 32, 43 and 59 and males ages 14 and 51. Four reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case, two are in the K-12 schools sector, and two are breakthrough infections.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

 

ADAIR COUNTY CONFIRMS NINE NEW CASES OF COVID-19 AND ONE MORE DEATH

Kirksville, MO 9/23/21 – A 73-year-old female admitted to Northeast Regional Medical Center Sept. 16 passed away today, marking the 32nd known COVID-related death among Adair County residents. She had not been vaccinated.

There are currently 68 active cases of COVID-19 in the county, 3,373 people who have left isolation, and an overall count of 3,473 confirmed cases.

The nine new cases involve females ages 35, 38, 43, 48 and 52. Males are ages 10, 12, 21 and 54. Three of today’s cases reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case. Two are in the K-12 schools sector. One involves a fully vaccinated employee of a skilled nursing facility. There is one other breakthrough case as well.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

 

ADAIR COUNTY CASE COVID-19 CASE COUNT NOW STANDS AT 3,464

Kirksville, MO 9/22/21 – Nine new cases of COVID-19 confirmed by the Adair County Health Department puts the overall count at 3,464. There are currently 72 active cases and 3,361 people who have left isolation.

The Health Department confirmed today that a previously reported 73-year-old female was admitted to Northeast Regional Medical Center Sept. 16. She is not on a ventilator.

New cases include females ages 6 and 63. Males are ages 10, 12, two age 13, 20, 24 and 38. Four reside at the same address. Five cases are in the K-12 schools sector and one is in the higher education sector. None are vaccinated against the virus.

The Adair County Health Department is holding a curbside COVID vaccine event on Friday, Sept. 24, at their offices at 1001 S. Jamison St. First, second, and third doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine will be administered to residents ages 12 and older. Third doses are only for those who are moderately to severely immunocompromised who received their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine on or before Aug. 27. Residents must call the Health Department at 660-665-8491 to register for the curbside COVID vaccine clinic which begins at 3 p.m. Proof of previous vaccine doses is required, as are masks.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

 

NEW CASES OF COVID-19 CONTINUE TO BE IN DAILY DOUBLE DIGITS

Kirksville, MO 9/21/21 – As the number of confirmed cases continue to be in double digits, the Adair County Health Department reminds residents about the curbside COVID vaccine opportunity scheduled for Friday, Sept. 24, at their offices at 1001 S. Jamison St.

First, second, and third doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine will be administered to residents ages 12 and older. Third doses are only for those who are moderately to severely immunocompromised who received their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine on or before Aug. 27.

Residents must call the Health Department at 660-665-8491 to register for the curbside COVID vaccine clinic which begins at 3 p.m. Proof of previous vaccine doses is required, as are masks.

The 18 cases confirmed today bring the overall count to 3,455. There are 81 active cases and 3,343 people who have left isolation.

Cases include females ages 1, 8, 14, 19, 42, 53 and 63, and males ages 5, 6, 14, 20, 22, two age 31, 46, 52, 58 and 73. Ten reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case. Four are in the K-12 schools sector and one is in the higher education sector. Three are breakthrough cases.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

 

17 NEW CASES OF COVID-19 IN ADAIR COUNTY SINCE FRIDAY UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES FOR COVID AND FLU VACCINES

Kirksville, MO 9/20/21 – The Adair County Health Department confirmed another 17 new cases of COVID-19 among residents since Friday, Sept. 17. The overall case count now stands at 3,437 with 73 active cases and 3,333 people who have left isolation.

Today’s cases include females ages 16, 19, 34, 36, 45, 55, 62, 65, 69 and 73. Males are ages 9, 13, 16, 36, 46, 54 and 62. Seven reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case, four are in the K-12 schools sector, and one is a fully vaccinated employee at an area skilled nursing facility. Three other cases are also breakthrough cases.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

The Health Department is holding a curbside COVID vaccine clinic Friday, Sept. 24, at their offices, 1001 S. Jamison Street, at 3 p.m. First, second, and third doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine will be administered to residents ages 12 and older.

Third doses are only for those who are moderately to severely immunocompromised who received their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine on or before Aug. 27. Talk to your healthcare provider about your medical condition, and whether getting an additional dose is appropriate for you.

Residents must call the Health Department at 660-665-8491 to register for the curbside COVID vaccine clinic. Proof of previous vaccine doses is required, as are masks.

The Health Department is also holding a drive-through flu vaccine clinic Wednesday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the NEMO Fairgrounds. No registration is required, and shots are free for Adair County residents. Medicare and Medicaid/MO HealthNet beneficiaries are asked to bring their insurance cards with them. Those coming to the drive-through clinic should visit the Health Department website and click on “Forms” in the upper right corner of the home page. You are encouraged to print out and complete the Flu Clinic Screening and Consent Form and bring it with you to the drive-through event to minimize wait times.

Face masks are required, and short-sleeved or loose-fitting shirts are recommended.

 

AS CASES CONTINUE TO RISE, ADAIR COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO ADMINISTER CURBISDE COVID-19 VACCINES SEPTEMBER 24 

Kirksville, MO 9/17/21 – The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible, free, and continue to demonstrate that they prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death.

The Health Department is holding a curbside COVID vaccine clinic Friday, Sept. 24, at their offices, 1001 S. Jamison Street, at 3 p.m. First, second, and third doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine will be administered to residents ages 12 and older.

Third doses are only for those who are moderately to severely immunocompromised who received their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine on or before Aug. 27. This includes people who have:

• Been receiving active cancer treatment for tumors or cancers of the blood
• Received an organ transplant and are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
• Received a stem cell transplant within the last 2 years or are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
• Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as DiGeorge syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome)
• Advanced or untreated HIV infection
• Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids or other drugs that may suppress your immune response

People should talk to their healthcare provider about their medical condition, and whether getting an additional dose is appropriate for them. The third dose is not a “booster” but rather a third dose to spur higher levels of immunity for those with compromised immune systems. Studies have now shown that immunocompromised people do not achieve the same immunity as those without compromised immune systems after two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. It is now recommended that immunocompromised individuals, or those with suppressed immune systems, get a third dose of the vaccine 28 days after the second dose.

Residents must call the Health Department at 660-665-8491 to register for the curbside clinic. Proof of previous vaccine doses is required, as are masks.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are expected to provide guidance next week regarding the need and timing of COVID-19 vaccine boosters to those who are not immunocompromised. The Health Department will release that information when guidance has been issued and schedule opportunities for booster shots if they are recommended.

With 11 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed today, Adair County ends the week with 67 new cases and one more death. The overall count is 3,420, with 83 active cases, 3,306 people who have left isolation, and 31 deaths. Of the 83 active cases, 55% are ages 0 to 30 with 23% in the K-12 schools sector and 10% in the higher education sector. Fourteen of the 87 are fully vaccinated.

Among the 67 cases reported since last Friday, Sept. 10, 18 are in the K-12 schools sector and six are in the higher education sector. Eight cases are breakthrough events of fully vaccinated individuals.

New cases confirmed today include females ages 6, 13, 14, 18, 30, 38, 43 and two age 58. Males are ages 16 and 42. Five reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case. Four are in the K-12 schools sector and two are breakthrough infections.

 

13 NEW CASES OF COVID-19 SENDS ADAIR COUNTY’S TOTAL OVER 3,400

Kirksville, MO 9/16/21 – Upon confirmation by the Adair County Health Department of 13 new cases of COVID-19, the total case count hit 3,409 today. There are 86 active cases, 3,292 people who have left isolation, and 31 COVID-related deaths.

Today’s cases include females ages 12, 22, 36 37, 40 and 41, and males ages 10, 13, 15, 22, 55, 66 and an unvaccinated 86-year-old admitted to Northeast Regional Medical Center yesterday. He is not currently on a ventilator.

Three of today’s cases reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case. Five are in the K-12 schools sector and one is in the higher education sector. One is a breakthrough case.

There continues to be compelling scientific evidence regarding the efficacy of COVID vaccines in preventing serious disease and death. The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant. Vaccines are easily accessible and free of charge.

The Health Department also encourages residents ages 3 and older get an annual flu vaccine. They will hold a drive-through flu vaccination clinic Wednesday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the NEMO Fairgrounds. No registration is required, and shots are free for Adair County residents. Medicare and Medicaid/MO HealthNet beneficiaries are asked to bring their insurance cards with them.

Face masks are required, and short-sleeved or loose-fitting shirts are recommended.

 

ADAIR COUNTY NEARS 3,400 CASES OF COVID-19

Kirksville, MO 9/15/21 – With another 12 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed today by the Adair County Health Department, the overall count has reached 3,396. There are 83 active cases and 3,282 people who have left isolation.

Today’s cases include females ages 31, 43, 50 and 76, and males ages 9, 13, 19, 31, 41, 45, 47 and 65. Three cases reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case and three are in the K-12 schools sector. One is a breakthrough case.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant because the vaccines are effective in preventing serious disease and death. Vaccines are easily accessible and are free to obtain.

 

ADAIR COUNTY CONFIRMS 16 NEW CASES OF COVID-19 AND ONE MORE DEATH

Kirksville, MO 9/14/21 – The Adair County Health Department today confirmed 16 new cases of COVID-19 and another COVID-related death. A 90-year-old female whose case was confirmed Sept. 7 passed away Sept. 9. There have now been 3,384 confirmed cases and 31 confirmed deaths. There are currently 88 active cases and 3,265 people who have left isolation.

Today’s cases include females ages 3, 11, 13, 15, 20, 21, 29, 43 and 45. Males are ages 10, 13, 19, two age 26, 42 and 51. Five reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case, five are in the K-12 schools sector and one is in the higher education sector. Three are breakthrough infections of fully vaccinated individuals.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant because the vaccines are effective in preventing serious disease and death. Vaccines are easily accessible and are free to obtain.

 

15 NEW CASES OF COVID-19 CONFIRMED IN ADAIR COUNTY INCLUDING TWO HOSPITALIZED RESIDENTS

Kirksville, MO 9/13/21 – The Adair County Health Department confirmed 15 new cases of COVID-19 among residents since Friday, Sept. 10. Among the newly confirmed cases are a 64-year-old female hospitalized at Boone Hospital since Sept. 2 and a 57-year-old female admitted to Northeast Regional Medical Center Sept. 10. Neither of the women require use of a ventilator.

Also among the new cases is one fully vaccinated female in the higher education sector. On Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a study which shows that unvaccinated individuals are 11 times more likely to die from COVID-19 than fully vaccinated individuals.

The CDC reports that 53.8% of the eligible population in the United States is fully vaccinated. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reports that only 46.3% of eligible Missourians and 36.9% of eligible Adair County residents are fully vaccinated. Based on data, studies, and other evidence gathered since COVID-19 arrived in the United States, public health officials cite COVID vaccines, masking, social distancing, and frequent handwashing as the precautions necessary to stop the spread of COVID-19 and the Delta variant.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant because the vaccines are effective in preventing serious disease and death. Vaccines are easily accessible and are free to obtain.

The 15 new cases involve females ages 16 months, 19, 20, 22, 28, 57 and 64. Males are ages 7, 19, two age 20, 25, 60, 69 and 79.

Four cases are in the higher education sector, one is in the K-12 schools sector, and four reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case.

The overall case count is 3,368 with 80 active cases, 3,258 people who have left isolation, and 30 deaths.

 

ADAIR COUNTY ENDS WEEK WITH 84 NEW CASES OF COVID-19 AND ONE MORE DEATH

Kirksville, MO 9/10/21 – Adair County’s overall case count reached 3,353 with another 15 new cases confirmed today by the Adair County Health Department. There were 84 new cases during the past seven days and one more resident passed away. There are currently 97 active cases, 3,224 people who have left isolation, and 30 who have died.

As of yesterday, Sept. 9, 56% of the active cases in the county were among residents ages 0-30. One-fifth, or 20% of the active cases were in the K-12 Adair County schools sector. These percentages reflect the nationwide trend of rising infections among children and young adults since the Delta variant became the prevalent COVID strain.

Also as of Sept. 9, breakthrough infections among fully vaccinated residents represent 10.5% of the 815 confirmed cases from June 25 through Sept. 9. Among breakthrough cases, 70% are ages 12-60 and 30% are 61 and older. The COVID vaccines are designed to prevent serious illness requiring hospitalization and death. Only two fully vaccinated residents have required hospitalization, which is 2% of the 86 breakthrough cases. An 85-year-old male was hospitalized for two days. A 63-year-old female died while hospitalized for eight days.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant because the vaccines are effective in preventing serious disease and death. Vaccines are easily accessible and are free to obtain.

Among today’s 15 new cases, six reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case, three are in the K-12 schools sector, one is in the higher education sector, and three are breakthrough infections.

New cases involve females ages 4, 8, 9, 22, 23, 31, 51, 60, 72 and 74. Males are ages 22, 36, 40, 48 and 74.

 

25 NEW CASES OF COVID-19 AND 30^th DEATH CONFIRMED IN ADAIR COUNTY

Kirksville, MO 9/9/21 – An 81-year-old woman is the 30^th known COVID-related death among Adair County residents. She had been admitted to North Kansas City Hospital Aug. 27.

There were 12 new cases confirmed by the Adair County Health Department yesterday and another 13 today. The overall case count is now 3,338 with 105 active cases and 3,203 people who have left isolation. A case reported Sept. 3 was a duplicate of a case reported a few days earlier and was removed from the overall case count.

Cases confirmed Sept. 8 include females ages 22, 51, 60, 72, 82 and 83. Males are ages 15, 18, 19, 22, 23 and 35. Three are in the higher education sector, two in the K-12 schools sector, and four reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case. Four of these cases were breakthrough infections.

Among the 13 cases confirmed today is a 43-year-old female admitted to Northeast Regional Medical Center yesterday. She is not on a ventilator. Other females are ages 24, 26, 33 and 37. Males are ages 7, 21, 36, 51, 54, 58, 67 and 72. One is in the K-12 schools sector and one is fully vaccinated. Nine reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant.

 

THE ADAIR COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT CONFIRMS 44 NEW CASES OF COVID-19 SINCE FRIDAY

Kirksville, MO 9/7/21 – Following the long Labor Day holiday weekend, the Adair County Health Department confirmed 44 new cases of COVID-19 today. The overall count is now 3,314 with 126 active cases and 3,159 people who have left isolation.

The seven-day total that ended Sept. 3 comprised 109 newly confirmed cases. Of those, 58% involve residents ages 0 to 30, a departure from the high percentage of older adults who tested positive for COVID-19 prior to the onset of the Delta variant. Among the 44 new cases, 25% of them are breakthrough cases of fully vaccinated individuals. However, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to show that unvaccinated people comprise approximately 98% of hospital admissions. The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant.

A 59-year-old female who has been on a ventilator at Northeast Regional Medical Center since Aug. 28 was transferred to University Hospital in Columbia Sept. 4. A previously reported 71-year-old female was admitted to Boone Hospital Sept. 4. She is not currently on a ventilator.

The 44 cases confirmed today involve females ages 1, 5, 9, 12, 13, 15, two age 18, 21, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, two age 34, 36, 43, 45, 47, 50, 59, 66, 68, 72 and 90.

Males include two age 10, 12, 13, two age 21, 22, 29, 30, 32, 37, 44, 45, 49, 50, 55, 70 and 85.

Fifteen cases reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case. One fourth of the cases are in the K-12 schools sector, two cases are in the higher education sector, and one is an employee of a skilled nursing facility.

 

ADAIR COUNTY HEADS INTO HOLIDAY WEEKEND WITH 18 NEWLY CONFIRMED CASES OF COVID-19

Kirksville, MO 9/3/21 – With 18 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed today by the Adair County Health Department, the overall case count rises to 3,270 with 132 active cases and 3,109 people who have left isolation. There have been 109 new cases in the last seven days and one death.

Today’s cases involve females ages 3, 8, 10, 13, 20, 27, 29, 38, 42, 53 and 81. Males are ages 6, 11, 15, 17, 30, 38 and 53.

Seven of the 18 cases are in the K-12 schools sector and one involves an employee at the skilled nursing facility. Eight cases reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended that people remain home this weekend rather than travel due to the high volume of COVID-19 cases. The CDC advises people to wear masks indoors, maintain social distance of at least six feet, and wash hands frequently.

 

ADAIR COUNTY COVID-19 DEATHS RISE TO 29

Kirksville, MO 9/2/21 – A previously reported 54-year-old female admitted to Northeast Regional Medical Center Aug. 22 died today. She is the 29th known COVID-related death in Adair County.

The Adair County Health Department confirmed 12 new cases of COVID-19 yesterday and another 12 today which brings the overall case count to 3,252. There are currently 120 active cases and 3,103 people who have left isolation.

Among the 24 cases, eight reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case, six are in the K-12 schools sector, one is in the higher education sector, and two are breakthrough cases.

Cases confirmed Sept. 1 include females ages 15, 19, 27, 31, 34, 39, 40 and 43. Males are ages 13, 40, 43 and 44.

Cases confirmed today include females ages 13, 15, 20, 48 and 68. Males are ages 16, three age 23, two age 26 and 28.

The Adair County Health Department recommends that all county residents ages 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the Delta variant.

 

ADAIR COUNTY CONFIRMS 469 NEW CASES OF COVID-19 IN AUGUST

Kirksville, MO 9/1/21 – Adair County closed out the month of August with 469 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19. There were 80 confirmed cases in June and 203 in July 2021. A total of 34 new cases were confirmed Aug. 31, spiking the county’s overall case count to 3,228.

There are currently 132 active cases, 3,068 people who have left isolation, and 28 known COVID-related deaths among Adair County residents.

There are now two residents known to be on ventilators, including an 81-year-old female admitted to North Kansas City Hospital Aug. 27. Another previously reported 81-year-old female was admitted to Northeast Regional Medical Center Aug. 28. She is not on a ventilator.

Among the 34 new cases confirmed Aug. 31, 23 reside at addresses with at least one other confirmed case, seven are in the K-12 schools sector, five are in the higher education sector, and seven are breakthrough cases involving fully vaccinated individuals.

Today’s cases involve females ages 8, 9, 12, 14, three age 19, 20, two age 23, 29, 32, two age 33, 34, 36, 37, 39, three age 40, 42, 44, 48, 57 and two age 60,

Males are ages 1 month, 10, 13, 19, 31, 63 and 64.

The Adair County Health Department reminds residents to take the following multi-layered approach to mitigating the rapid spread of COVID-19:

• Use masks indoors including all schools, businesses, and public places.
• Get vaccinated if you are 12 years of age or older. Vaccines are free and easily accessible.
• Get a booster vaccination when they become available.
• Avoid gathering with other people whenever possible.
• Get tested for COVID-19 if you think you have been exposed to this virus.
• Wash your hands often and disinfect whenever possible.
• As with any virus or other disease, please stay home from work and school if you are sick.
• Consider not traveling until the number COVID-19 positive cases improves.
• Consider a “layered approach” to mitigate this virus using the above recommendations. Taking just one action is not enough to stop the spread. Layering all these strategies is necessary at this time.
• Please contact others if you are a positive case for COVID-19 or a close contact to a positive contact. This is particularly important for schools and employers.