County's total confirmed COVID-19 case count rises to 287 -- 178 cases currently active

(July 08, 2020) – Sixteen more cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Cherokee County, bringing the current total to 287. There are currently 179 active cases, of which two are associated with a state facility. Out of the 287 cases, 22 have been associated with a state facility, and 265 have been residents of the county.

Currently there are 179 active cases of the virus in Cherokee County. To date 106 patients have recovered from the illness and two have died.

Case breakdown by Cherokee County city:
Alto - 10
Bullard - 16
Cuney - 4
Jacksonville - 167
New Summerfield - 12
Reklaw - 5
Rusk – 46 RSH – 17 TDCJ – 2
Troup - 6
Wells - 2

Texas Health and Human Services has a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress or emotional challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. People can call the Statewide COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week toll-free at (833) 986 - 1919. Further information regarding COVID-19 can be found at https://www.dshs.state.tx.us/coronavirus/ and https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.