WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Two paramedics hav tested positive for COVID-19, according to West Des Moines Emergency Medical Services.
West Des Moines EMS announced the first paramedic on Monday and the second on Tuesday.
The first paramedic was known to have transported coronavirus positive patients in the past but was not showing any symptoms. The testing was completed through the newly released TestIowa program on April 29.
West Des Moines EMS didn't report if the second paramedic had transported a coronavirus positive patient or not. However, they weren't experiencing symptoms when they were also tested by TestIowa on April 29.
Both paramedics have been removed from duty and will remain off of work for the CDC required 10 days if they remain symptom free.
West Des Moines EMS Policy has been to wear N95 masks, safety glasses/goggles and gloves with all patients since mid-April.
