Monroe County Reports First COVID-19 Death

Monroe County is reporting its first death from COVID-19.

Monroe County Health Commissioner Dr. Michael Mendoza says a person who previously tested positive for the virus passed away at Rochester General Hospital.

Dr. Mendoza says there were complicating factors that contributed to the death.

He continues to ask you to practice social distancing...staying at least six feet away from other people.

And stay home if you can, especially if you feel sick.


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