110 new cases of COVID-19 were counted by the Alexander County Health Department on Friday
230 cases in two days
490 cases in 14 days
7,666 since beginning of pandemic
127 deaths associated with the virus since beginning of the pandemic
5 county citizens are hospitalized as of noon Friday
Currently, 87 percent of patients in the ICU are unvaccinated, according to state data
The Alexander County Health Department is strongly encouraging citizens to wear a face covering when in public
The demand is high for Covid testing. If you or your loved one needs to be tested, you may schedule an appointment at the Alexander County Health Department by calling (828) 632-9704. Once you arrive at your scheduled date and time, please park and a nurse will come to your car to administer the test. If you prefer, you may also check with your doctor or pharmacy to get tested
The Health Department is scheduling appointments for the first, second, third/immunocompromised, and booster doses for Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. To schedule your appointment, call (828) 632-9704
Pharmacies and doctor’s offices are also offering vaccinations