State Health officials announced Wednesday, April 15, that two separate employees at two different businesses in Sioux Falls have tested positive for COVID-19. The individuals reported working while able to transmit the virus to others.
An employee at O’Reilly Auto Parts located at 2022 S. Minnesota Ave., in Sioux Falls, has tested positive for COVID-19. The employee reported working during these times while able to transmit the virus to others:
- Thursday, April 9 – 11 am-7:30 pm
- Friday, April 10 – 11 am-7:30 pm
A separate individual working at Tienda America at 114 S. Franklin Ave., in Sioux Falls, has tested positive for COVID-19. They were reported to working during these times while able to transmit the virus to others:
- Monday, April 6 – 9 am-10 pm
- Tuesday, April 7 – 9 am-10 pm
- Wednesday, April 8 – 9 am-10pm
- Thursday, April 9 – 9 am-10 pm
Due to the risk of exposure, customers who visited these locations during the specified 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.
