Fairfax County records first COVID-19 death, third death in Virginia
FAIRFAX, Va. (WJLA) — A man in his 60s has died in Fairfax County, the first COVID-19 death in the county and the third in Virginia.
The man was hospitalized and had acquired the coronavirus through contact with a person who had previously been reported, according to the Fairfax County Health Department.
The man died from respiratory failure due to COVID-19.
“We are saddened by the first confirmed death of a Fairfax County resident due to COVID-19. Our hearts go out to his loved ones,” said Dr. Gloria Addo-Ayensu, Director of Health at Fairfax County Health Department. “The health of our residents is our top priority and we ask that everyone do their part to slow the spread of the virus in our community: practice social distancing, wash your hands, and cover coughs and sneezes.”
