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There are now 19 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Indiana.

State health officials say the four newest patients live in Marion and Hamilton Counties.

According to the Indiana State Department of Health website, 11 counties have confirmed cases.

These counties include:

  • Boone-1 case
  • Hendricks 2 cases
  • Marion-6 cases
  • Johnson-3 cases
  • Howard-1 case
  • Wells-1 case
  • Adams- 1 case
  • Noble-1 case
  • Joseph-1 case
  • LaPorte-1 case
  • Hamilton-1 case

The CDC has posted guidance for schools and facilities on its website.

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The CDC has also posted a decision tree to help school officials reduce the risk and spread of illness.

The ISDH lab is prioritizing testing for individuals who are at high risk.

Those who do not meet this criteria are encouraged to contact their health care provider and ask about private testing.

Hoosiers are encouraged to sign up at in.gov/coronavirus to receive alerts and updates.

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