The Snyder News received the following press release from County Judge Dan Hicks this morning:
"On Tuesday morning, June 2nd, the Scurry County Health Department was notified by the Department of State Health Services that, upon mandated testing of nursing homes in Texas by Governor Abbott, 39 positive results were received from Snyder Oaks Care Facility. These positives were composed of both nursing home staff and residents. As of the time of this press release, no actual test results have been received by the Scurry County Health Department, only an initial positive count.
"It appears that all or most of the reported positives are asymptomatic. Therefore, at the direction of the Local Heath Authority, and in cooperation with Cogdell Memorial Hospital, a second series of tests have been ordered and will begin this morning, with results expected within 24-48 hours.
"Snyder Oaks Care Facility has taken all precautions and proactive measures to ensure the safety of the residents and staff during this testing procedure, including isolation and quarantine of any preliminary positive individual.
"Further updates will be provided as information becomes available."