2 coronavirus-related deaths in Muskegon County

MUSKEGON, Mich. (WOOD) — Muskegon County says two of its residents have died after contracting coronavirus.

They were 83- and 78-year-old men,Public Health – Muskegon Countysaid Friday. Their names were not released.

“Our hearts go out to their families during their time of grief,” Kathy Moore, Muskegon County health officer, said in a statement. “It is critical for us to protect each another and take all possible measures of prevention. Please stay home to help slow the spread of this illness.”

Muskegon Community College said Friday that in the event Mercy Health needs more beds to treat coronavirus patients, it may use MCC’s Health and Wellness Center. That building has a large gym and is home to the Nursing and Respiratory Therapy Stimulation Center and Medical Assistant Program, which have labs and exam rooms. The building, along with the rest of campus, has been closed since March 19.

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