PIERRE, S.D. – State Health officials announced say employees at two separate businesses in Sioux Falls reported working while able to transmit the virus to others.
An employee at the Get-n-Go #20 at W. 33rd Street and Minnesota Avenue in Sioux Falls reported working April 4 through April 6 while able to transmit the virus. The employee worked during these times:
- Saturday, April 4 – 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday, April 5 – 7 am-3 pm
- Monday, April 6 – 3 pm-10 pm
A separate individual employed at Lewis Drug at 37th Street and Minnesota Avenue in Sioux Falls reported working April 5 through April 6 while able to transmit the virus. The employee worked during these times:
- Sunday, April 5 – 10 am-6 pm
- Monday, April 6 – 9 am-6:30 pm
Due to the risk of exposure, customers who visited the these locations during the designated dates should monitor for symptoms for 14 days after the date they visited. A CDC screening tool is available at COVID.SD.GOV, which can help recommend when to call your medical provider if you develop symptoms.
State Health officials remind all South Dakotans to:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Refrain from touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects.
- Individuals at higher risk for severe COVID-19 illness, such as older adults and people who have chronic medical conditions like heart, lung or kidney disease, should take actions to reduce your risk of exposure.
- Create a family plan to prepare for COVID-19 and develop a stay at home kit with food, water, medication, and other necessary items.
If you develop symptoms:
- Call your health care provider immediately.
- Individuals who are concerned they have COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider via phone before going to a clinic or hospital to prevent spread in healthcare facilities.
- Avoid contact with other people.
- Follow the directions of your provider and public health officials.
For more information and updates related to COVID-19 visit the COVID.SD.GOV or CDC.gov or call 1-800-997-2880.
