Ascension Seton Highland Lakes

 

 

Fri
29
May

First COVID-19-related death reported in Burnet County

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By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor

A 57-year-old woman who was a resident of Bertram Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center has become Burnet County's first COVID-19 fatality, County Judge James Oakley announced Thursday, referring to information provided by the Burnet County Health Authority.

Fri
08
May

U.S. representative talks COVID-19 aid

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By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor

Congressman Roger Williams said Wednesday he believes the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and other aspects of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act are beginning to create and save thousands of jobs and small businesses throughout the country.

Tue
28
Apr

Burnet County Health Authority updates public on COVID-19 numbers

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Burnet County Health Authority Dr. Juliette Madrigal updated county commissioners April 28 on local COVID-19 cases.

 

 

By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor

Three new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Burnet County during the past weekend, bringing the number of confirmed positives to 17, the county's health authority said.

Thu
23
Apr

Burnet County opens new testing site; 14 cases confirmed

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By Lew K. Cohn

Managing Editor

The Highlander

Fri
17
Apr

Local hospital continues collaborative efforts for COVID-19

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The Ascension Seton Highland Lakes staff COVID-19 night shift expresses their gratitude to the community for support.

 

 

 

 

By Karen Litterer
Hospital Administrator and Chief Nursing Officer
Ascension Seton Highland Lakes

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact individuals in our local communities and across the globe, our healthcare systems are working collaboratively each day with local public health authorities and community leaders to prepare for the future. The situation continues to evolve daily, and our plans and preparations are also evolving to meet community needs. …

Tue
07
Apr

Health Authority: Masks minimize COVID-19 cases

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A customer about to go into the Marble Falls Walmart April 6 prepped for safety. The Burnet County Health Authority, following a recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control, encouraged residents to wear masks when in public to help mitigate the potential transmission of the coronavirus.

 

 

 

 

By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor

Federal and county health officials are now expanding COVID-19 prevention measures, including the wearing of surgical masks, aimed at halting the transmission of the coronavirus.

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