Central Washington Hospital patient with COVID-19 dies

GRANT COUNTY — Grant County Health District announced Sunday afternoon that a Central Washington Hospital patient, a resident of Grant County who was previously confirmed to have COVID-19, has passed away.

“I will start this press release by stating our hearts are with the family, friends, and Central Washington Hospital staff,” stated Theresa Adkinson, health district administrator. “I speak on behalf of our staff, Health Officer, and Board of Health, we are so sorry for your loss.” The district stated that COVID-19 is in local communities and that most cases of it are mild to moderate.

Officials had earlier announced that a Quincy resident with COVID-19 was being cared for at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee.

— Staff report