No new COVID-19 cases in Perry County; four more deaths in Randolph

No new COVID-19 cases were reported out of the Perry County Health Department up through deadline on Thursday, leaving the laboratory confirmed number at 43.

Nearby, Randolph County's caseload is 277 altogether, with seven deaths, four of which came earlier this week.

Elsewhere in southern Illinois, Jackson County has reported a total of 307 cases and 12 deaths, while Union County cases now total 172, with 15 deaths.

Jefferson County is holding at 101 cases and 16 deaths. Williamson County has 81 cases with three deaths; Pulaski County held at 59 cases; Washington has 19 and Franklin has 12.

Alexander County reports 16 cases; Johnson has 14; Massac and Saline counties report seven apiece; Gallatin, Hamilton and White counties have two each; and Hardin and Pope counties each have one.

Nearer to St. Louis, St. Clair County is reporting 1,368 cases and 107 deaths, while Monroe County has 105 cases and 12 deaths.

If you have questions, contact the Perry County Health Department at (618) 357-5371. If you experience symptoms of respiratory illness, such as fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, call your health care provider for medical advice.

The health department asks that residents protect themselves and others by staying home as much as possible. Continue social distancing of 6 feet or more, avoid large groups or gatherings of people, wash your hands frequently, and use a cloth face coverings in community settings.

For additional updates or educational information, visit the Perry County Health Department's Facebook page.