Placer County health officials have confirmed the first coronavirus death in California.
The person who died was an elderly adult who had underlying health conditions.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones of this patient,” said Placer County Health Officer Dr. Aimee Sisson. “While we have expected more cases, this death is an unfortunate milestone in our efforts to fight this disease, and one that we never wanted to see.
The person tested presumptively positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, and officials believe they may have been exposed during international travel on a Princess cruise ship that departed from San Francisco to Mexico.
Health officials say the person had minimal community exposure after returning from the cruise and going to the hospital.
Health care workers who were exposed to the patient are now in isolation, officials said.
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