The Moultrie County Health Department is mourning the death of an 80-year-old male as the 11th COVID-19 death in the county.  909 Moultrie County residents have tested positive for the virus including the 11 deaths. 

The administrator of the Moultrie County Health Department, Angela Hogan says, “We send our deepest sympathies to his friends and families. We ask for understanding and the privacy of his loved ones as they mourn.” 

To prevent the spread of COVID-19, continue to wear a mask when in public, watch physical distance, wash hands routinely, and stay home if ill.  You can also protect yourself by receiving the annual flu vaccine. 

If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID, the Health Department would ask that you get yourself tested. For more information visit https://dph.illinois.gov/testing. For more information on the Moultrie County Health Department’s news, and events and services, visit www.moultriehealth.org or visit Facebook at www.facebook.com/moultriecountyhealth.