Central Michigan District Health Dept. Announces Possible Coronavirus Exposure
The Central Michigan District Health Department says at least two people who reported being at O’Kelly’s Sports Bar and Grille in Mt. Pleasant on October 31 have tested positive for the coronavirus. During case investigations, the health department determined that employees and patrons who were there that day may have been exposed. They say more cases could be seen in coming days.
The health department is advising employees and patrons of the business to monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 through November 14. Symptoms can appear between two and 14 days after exposure.
Call your physician if you think you are developing any of the symptoms of COVID-19 described below. You can also find testing locations at www.mi.gov/coronavirustest or by calling 2-1-1.
People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea
“It is very important to continue to take the only steps we have to keep COVID-19 from getting worse. That includes staying home when ill, avoiding crowded areas, keeping at least 6 feet apart from others, wearing a mask when in public, covering coughs and sneezes, and frequent hand washing,” said Dr. Jennifer Morse, Medical Director for Central Michigan District Health Department.
