The West
Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports there are
no confirmed cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in
West Virginia.
As of March 15, 2020, at 9:30
p.m., West Virginia, through its public health lab, has tested 41 residents for
COVID-19, with 38 results coming back negative and three tests pending.
Now that COVID-19 testing is expanded
and available through commercial laboratories and some hospitals, DHHR is only
reporting those tests that have been processed through its state public health
lab. All positive results obtained by commercial laboratories are reportable to
DHHR and are included in the positive case counts.
An information hotline to
address public and medical provider questions and concerns regarding COVID-19
has been established. Operators are available 24/7, toll-free at 1-800-887-4304
to provide accurate information about COVID-19, the risk to the public, and the
state’s response.
For the most up to date
information, please visit www.coronavirus.wv.gov
or http://www.cdc.gov/COVID19.