Tennessee had its first COVID-19 related death Friday in Davidson County as Chester and Hardin County reported their first COVID-19 cases, multiple sources reported late Friday night.
Metro Public Health Department officials said in a news release that they were notified Friday of the first reported COVID-19 death of a Davidson County resident. The individual was a 73-year old man with underlying health conditions who died due to complications from coronavirus.
“This is a tragic loss of life, and we extend our heartfelt condolences with the family,” said Mayor John Cooper in the news release. “Even though the majority of people diagnosed with COVID-19 have experienced mild symptoms, we know that the virus can be life-threatening, and we need everyone to take steps to protect themselves and each other.”
According to Metro Public Health Department officials, there have been a total of 110 confirmed cases of coronavirus COVID-19 in Nashville/Davidson County. The age range for all confirmed cases in Nashville is from 11 to 73 years old. Fifteen people have recovered from the virus. The remaining cases are self-isolating at home and have mild and manageable symptoms.
In Chester County, Troy Kilzer II, Chester County Schools Director of Schools, said in a news release that he was notified by state health officials of a staff member of Chester County Junior High had a confirmed case of COVID-19.
“When any additional pertinent information needs to be disseminated, please know I will share to the benefit of all,” Kilzer said in the release. “I pray for the health and wellbeing of all of our Chester County family.”
In Hardin County, Mayor Kevin Davis said in an online statement that the “Tennessee Department of Health that a resident of Hardin County has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. The Health Dept. is working with the patient who will be quarantined.”