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Nueces County sees first Flu and COVID-19 co-infection, Health District reports

Officials said the patient had to be hospitalized.

NUECES COUNTY, Texas — At City Hall today, City-County leaders discussed the latest updates regarding the coronavirus in our community. City Manager Peter Zanoni said our current seven day average of new cases is 37.

Today's number of new cases was 21. That's lower than the average, which Zanoni said is a good sign. However, folks need to continue doing their part to slow the spread.

Flu season is also approaching and health leaders are expressing concern about this. Health Director Annette Rodriguez confirmed that the district has been notified of its first case of the seasonal flu and COVID-19 co-infection. 

Rodriguez said the patient had to be hospitalized. She said with the official start of flu season beginning soon -- listen to your body - and don't ignore any symptoms. 

"We had a really tough summer when respiratory illness is normally spread more easily during the winter time," Rodriguez said. "Follow CDC recommendations. Get your flu shot. Sometime next week would be great, so you can have some protection."

Rodriguez also acknowledged the downward trend of positive COVID-19 cases is a hopeful sign -- but still urges folks to follow the 3 W's.

  • Wear a mask 
  • Watch your distance 
  • Wash your hands

Additional Highlights

  • 1 COVID related death, 21 new cases in Nueces County on Sept. 10. Here's a breakdown of cases in the Coastal Bend.
  • The victim was a female in her 80s. Her health issues included diabetes, high blood pressure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to city officials.
  • 5 out of 23 people tested positive at the City-County drive thru testing site. 
  • Bob Hall Pier: Built in 1983, the pier is in its damage assessment process, County Judge Canales announced. 
    • The County has qualified for FEMA Funds and crews are working in the area to analyze the structure and draw up detailed cost estimates.

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