Three more COVID-19 deaths

The Fairfax County Health Department reports three additional deaths due to complications of COVID-19.

The victims are a man in his 60s, a man in his 80s, and a man in his 90s. All three were hospitalized. Their deaths bring the total to five deaths in the Fairfax Health District, which includes the cities of Falls Church and Fairfax as well as Fairfax County.

“We are saddened by these additional deaths in our community caused by COVID-19,” said Dr. Gloria Addo-Ayensu, director of the Health Department. “We extend our deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones.

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“This is a reminder that we have to be diligent in doing our part to slow the spread of virus in our community, Addo-Ayensu said. Please remember to wash your hands thoroughly and often, cover your coughs and sneezes, avoid touching your face, stay home if you are sick, and abide by Gov. Ralph Northam’s stay at home order.”

The coronavirus that causes COVID-19 can cause mild to more severe respiratory illness. Symptoms include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. Symptoms appear within 14 days of being exposed to an infectious person.