County Executive Marc Elrich announced on Twitter/X that he had tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday morning.
Elrich wrote, “I tested positive for COVID-19 this morning. Feeling okay but a reminder: the virus is still here. Let’s not forget to test regularly, especially with cases on the rise. Protect yourself & others.”
Reminder: At-home rapid tests and masks are available for free at Montgomery County Public Libraries. Every U.S. household can also place an order to receive four free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home from the U.S. Government. The application to receive the tests is available at COVIDTests.gov. Residents needing assistance to place an order can call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489).
I tested positive for COVID-19 this morning. Feeling okay but a reminder: the virus is still here. Let's not forget to test regularly, especially with cases on the rise. Protect yourself & others.
— Montgomery County, MD – County Exec Marc Elrich (@MontCoExec) January 16, 2024