With two cases of COVID-19 confirmed in neighboring Hillsborough and Manatee counties, Lakeland Regional Health is stepping up its response to the novel coronavirus. Arriving patients are screened for symptoms and asked about recent travel. If concerns are raised, steps include issuing facemasks, frequent handwashing, and placement in rooms with special air filtration and controlled access.
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Source: The Ledger

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Barry Friedman founded Lkldnow.com in 2015 as the culmination of a career in print and digital journalism. Since 1982, he has used the tools of reporting, editing and content curation to help people in Lakeland understand their community better.

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