A Montgomery nursing home has confirmed that four residents have tested positive for coronavirus after a fifth returned a positive test last month.

Capitol Hill Healthcare in a news release said the facility learned in late March that a resident who had been hospitalized tested positive for the virus.

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"After learning of this diagnosis, we implemented additional safety precautions for our residents and staff," according to the news release. "Out of caution for our other residents and staff, we sought testing for residents that may have been exposed. Consequently, four residents tested positive."

The four additional residents who tested positive are in isolation.

"Our thoughts are with them and their loved ones at this time and we hope for their complete recovery," the facility said. "We are grateful for the support of our community and Capitol Hill families at this time. We are also thankful for the sacrifices our staff makes every day to serve the residents entrusted to our care."

Capitol Hill said they've notified the Alabama Department of Public Health of the cases, as well as families and staff.

Hillview Terrace, a long-term rehabilitation care facility, reported a COVID-19 positive resident Sunday.

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