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North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting 23 cases of coronavirus across the state.
Friday afternoon, health officials reported there were 15 cases in North Carolina, but overnight Channel 9 learned about new cases in Harnett, Brunswick, Wayne and Wake County. These new cases brought the total number to 19.
Authorities have not released information about the other four new cases.
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Popular grocery chain Harris Teeter has announced it will be closing stores at 9 p.m. because of ongoing coronavirus concerns.
In a post on Twitter, the company said they are closing early to focus on cleaning the stores, restocking items and the health and well-being of the employees.
This will go into effect on Sunday.
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Via Twitter a message from Minister of Health Olivier Véran:
Taking anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen, cortisone, ...) could be a factor in worsening the infection. If you have a fever, take paracetamol.
If you are already on anti-inflammatory drugs or in doubt, ask your doctor for advice.
https://twitter.com/olivierveran/status/1238776545398923264
The flubros will be hurt the worst with the closing of grocery stores.