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Nursing Home Employee Tests Positive For Coronavirus
WAUSAU - An employee at Mount View Care Center nursing home in Wausau has tested positive for coronavirus.
According to a press release from North Central Health Care, the employee is currently in isolation and is receiving medical guidance. 
The employee showed up to work last Sunday, showing no signs of COVID-19, but soon showed symptoms as the shift started.
The employee did follow protocol and reported their change to management. 
North Central Health Care is currently notifying all family members, residents and other employees. 

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