****For Immediate Release****

January 31, 2021

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

The seventy-sixth recorded death was an 83 year old male who developed respiratory failure and was unable to overcome his illness despite aggressive medical treatment.

The seventy-seventh recorded death was a 94 year old female who developed respiratory failure and was unable to overcome her illness despite aggressive medical treatment.

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

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