A variant of SARS-CoV-2 virus was found in Summit County. Photo: Courtesy of CDC

SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah. — On Saturday, Nov. 14, the county reported their second death due to Covid-19. According to the county, the woman was between 65 and 84-years-old and staying in a long-term care facility. According to the CDC, “As you get older, your risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 increases. Everyone, especially older adults and others at increased risk of severe illness, should take steps to protect themselves from getting COVID-19.”

For the most up-to-date statistics on Covid-19 in the county including total cases, total hospitalizations and total number of deaths, you can view Summit County Health Department’s Covid-19 dashboard.

Other resources for Summit County residents include following the Summit County Health Department on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. They release a weekly Covid report each Friday across all of their platforms. Their newsletter can also keep you in loop. You can subscribe here.