****For Immediate Release****
December 31, 2020

Cattaraugus County Health Department is sad to report the deaths of three residents of Cattaraugus County due to COVID-19 related complications.

The forty-eight recorded death was an 80 year old male who developed respiratory failure and was unable to overcome his illness despite aggressive medical treatment.

The forty-ninth recorded death was a 57 year old male who developed respiratory failure and was unable to overcome his illness despite aggressive medical treatment.

The fiftieth recorded death was a 90 year old male who developed respiratory failure and was unable to overcome his illness despite aggressive medical treatment.

We extend our deepest condolences to their family and the entire Cattaraugus County community.