8th COVID Patient Dies At CRMC

An elderly COVID patient died at Cookeville Regional Tuesday night bringing the pandemic number to eight.

CRMC Public Relations Director Melahn Finley said an elderly patient, dealing with underlying conditions, passed away.

Since COVID arrived in March, CRMC has treated 105 patients. Wednesday’s patient total fell to 22 positive cases with 10 in intensive care.

The State Health Department reports 373 active cases in Putnam County with 28 additional cases reported Wednesday.