Feb. 18—The area's death toll from COVID-19 reached 150 Wednesday, as two counties reported that residents had died from the disease. Otsego County's 49th COVID death was included in the daily report on the Otsego County Department of Health website. According to the report, there were 13 new cases Wednesday. There were 90 active cases, with nine people hospitalized The county has now recorded .
Feb. 17—COVID-19 deaths in Chenango County have reached 50. "Our office confirmed another COVID-19 related death last week," a media release from Chenango County Public Health said Tuesday. "The most recent fatality brings our total to 50. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased." There were 75 active cases, the release said, with 19 people hospitalized and 247 under .
The following is a note from Regional Medical Center, Regional Family Health, and Delaware County Public Health:
It is welcome news that many people in our communities are ready and excited to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Delaware County continues to follow the guidelines for vaccine administration as directed by the Iowa Department of Public Health.
Like other counties, there have been challenges in Delaware County with the COVID-19 vaccine rollout as demand is very high and supply is low and have appreciated the feedback from the community on how things are going. Everyone involved in the administration process has worked diligently to try to provide the most fair distribution process while receiving limited supply and following state regulations.