Two additional cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Shelby County. Officials said Sunday, the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Shelby County was on March 27th. The individual is between 61-80 years old. The second confirmed case is an individual between 61-80 years old. The third confirmed case is an individual between 41-60 years old.

The Iowa Department of Public Health does not publicly release specific information regarding individual COVID-19 cases. However, when a positive case is confirmed, a thorough investigation is completed and any individuals deemed to be at risk are notified and advised on appropriate measures to take.

Myrtue Medical Center’s Public Health Director Lori Hoch said “We continue to remind residents to take preventive measures to slow the spread. Stay at home and limit exposure to other people. It is important to practice social distancing, if you must go out for essential items.”