Less than 24 hours after Gov. Brian Kemp announced there have been two confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Georgia, Gwinnett health officials said they are working with local partners to share information about the virus known as COVID-19.

The governor held a late night press conference to announce the state's first cases of the virus.

Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Braselton attempted to filter the waves of reports on social media, in the news and on television about Co…

Basic preventative measures

The Department of Public Health said all Georgians should follow basic prevention measures:

▪ Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least twenty seconds.

▪ If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

▪ Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

▪ Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

▪ Stay home when you are sick.

▪ Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

▪ Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.