Four more people have died from COVID-19 in Greene County, bringing the death toll up to 220.

The health department says the average age of people who die from the virus is getting younger.

Here’s more from health officials:

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is heartbroken to announce the deaths of four community members from COVID-19.

Our community lost:              

• A woman in her 60s 
• A man in his 60s 
• A man in his 60s 
• A woman in her 90s 

All of these individuals had underlying conditions. Three were associated with long-term care.   

The Health Department extends our condolences to everyone impacted by these losses. We take each loss personally and our hearts are with you.     

A total of 220 Greene County residents have died from COVID-19. Twenty-four deaths have been announced by the Health Department in the first four days of December.    

Demographic profile of those we’ve lost   

Number of total Greene County deaths by age group:   

40s: 4 deaths   

50s: 11 deaths   

60s: 30 deaths   

70s: 61 deaths   

80s: 73 deaths   

90s: 39 deaths   

100s: 2 deaths   

Sadly, this disease is impacting our entire community – not just older adults or those who live in long-term care. Since the beginning of November, 62% of deaths occurred in individuals not associated with long term care and in the last month, the average age of those who have died has dropped. In October, the average age was 81. In November, it was 75, as we saw those in younger age groups—including in their 40s—pass away, demonstrating that we are all vulnerable.  

We all play a part in prevention   

It is vital that we all remain vigilant and follow basic prevention measures to protect ourselves and our loved ones, especially during the holiday season:   

• Wear a mask   
• Watch your distance    
• Wash your hands   
• Stay home if you are sick   
• Limit interactions and social gatherings   
• Minimize travel     

COVID-19 Living Memorial                

To remember those lost from COVID-19 and to support those left behind, the Health Department has created a COVID-19 Living Memorial.                

The memorial can be accessed at health.springfieldmo.gov/COVIDmemorial