****For Immediate Release****

January 27, 2021

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

The seventy-second recorded death was a 47 year old female who developed respiratory failure and was unable to overcome her illness despite aggressive medical treatment.

The seventy-third recorded death was an 80 year old female who developed respiratory failure and was unable to overcome her illness despite aggressive medical treatment.

The seventy-fourth recorded death was an 81 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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