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QC COVID-19 Coalition gives briefing, Sept. 17

Health officials say recent uptick in cases may be due to Labor Day gatherings
Credit: WQAD-TV

The QC COVID-19 Coalition provided a briefing, Sept. 17.

Today’s speakers will discuss the child care challenges currently experienced by families in the community as the pandemic progresses as well as resources available to meet the needs that currently exist.

Scott County – Total of 2,612

Total deaths in Scott County: 27

Newly reported death of a person age 81 or older

 

Rock Island County – 40 new cases since Wednesday; total of 2,789

Currently in hospital: 16

Total deaths in Rock Island County: 74

Nita Ludwig with the Rock Island County Health Department said there has been a surge in cases lately that is believed to be related to gatherings from the Labor Day holiday. 

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