KENT COUNTY, MI -- Local health officials reported two new cases of coronavirus in Kent County Thursday.

Those two new cases of coronavirus bring the total number of people who have tested positive in Kent County to nine, according to the Kent County Health Department.

Related: Michigan confirmed coronavirus cases jump to 334 with increase of private testing

The news comes after the announcement of two new Kent County cases on Wednesday, Health Director Adam London said in a daily video update on Thursday. Of those four local cases reported Wednesday and Thursday, three of the people infected are in their 20s and the fourth person is in their 30s, London said.

“This underscores the point that young people are not invulnerable to COVID-19,” he said.

There are 81 additional tests out with pending results, the health department said.

Across the state, testing has confirmed 334 cases of the virus, and three deaths have also been reported. The number of cases increased dramatically Thursday when results from private testing were included alongside other results.

There have been 2,499 tests conducted, according to the state, including 744 from hospitals and 148 from commercial labs. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has performed 1,557 tests as of March 19.

PREVENTION TIPS

Michigan’s State Emergency Operations Center is coordinating state-government resources and the response to the coronavirus spread. It has shared the following tips:

What you can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases:

· Always cover coughs or sneezes with a tissue or sleeve.

· Stay home if you are sick and advise others to do the same.

· Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

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

· Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.

· Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, if soap and warm water are not available.

· Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces(computers, keyboards, desks, etc.).

· It’s not too late to get your flu shot! While the influenza vaccine does not protect against COVID-19 infection, it can help keep you healthy during the flu season.

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