NASHVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Davidson and Williamson Counties continue to lead the state in confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Campbell – 1
Davidson – 42
Hamilton – 1
Jefferson – 1
Knox – 2
Rutherford – 1
Sevier – 1
Shelby – 2
Sullivan – 21
On Monday, Mayor Cooper and the Metro Nashville Board of Health ordered bars on lower Broadway to close. Health officials, including the CDC, have encouraged social distancing and recommend to refrain from gatherings of more than 50 people.
To date, there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Montgomery County. Rumors have circulated this is due to the lack of available tests in Montgomery County, however officials confirm this is an unfounded belief.
To combat the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends proper hygiene and good judgement.
This includes:
– Wash your hands with soap and water.
– Cover your mouth or nose, with your arm or elbow, when you sneeze or cough.
– If you’re sick, stay home.
– Refrain from large gatherings or events whenever possible.