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2 virus outbreaks reported in Rushville
Patrick Stout
Voice Correspondent
RUSHVILLE The Schuyler County Health Department has reported two cases of coronavirus outbreak and exposure in Rushville. The department said Monday that 45 confirmed cases of COVID-19 occurred at the Illinois Human Services Treatment and Detention Facility. Another 34 confirmed cases were reported at the Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Public Information Officer Raeva Farris said the health department is receiving guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health in testing residents and staff for COVID-19, disinfection of the building, staff in-service trainings, visitor restrictions, and cancellation of group activities. She said IDPH, the Schuyler County Health Department, and the facilities will continue to work together in managing these outbreaks.