By Marsha Mullings, MPH
USA
5 million cases, 162,912 deaths
Florida
532,806 cases, 30,505 total hospitalizations, 8,186 deaths
Broward
61,745 cases, 3,848 total hospitalizations, 803 deaths
*There were 45,674 new coronavirus cases in Florida last week. *There was an average of 6,500 daily new cases over the last week.
Important to know
New coronavirus cases have decreased – The number of daily new coronavirus cases has decreased since last week. The two-week downward trend suggests that the rate of transmission is decreasing. Vigilance and social distancing measures remain especially important as the level of daily new cases is still quite high.
Deaths from COVID-19 infections are still increasing – despite the downward trend in the number of new cases, deaths from COVID-19 continue to increase. This is a normal occurrence in epidemics and pandemics, as deaths always follow infections and a course of illness.
Remain vigilant! – New cases are decreasing but the virus is fully established in our communities. Follow social distancing guidelines and wear masks when out in public. Remember to avoid the three Cs:
- Avoid closed spaces with poor ventilation
- Avoid crowded places with many people nearby
- Avoid close-contact settings – such as close-range conversations
For more information on coronavirus (COVID-19) prevention, visit www.FloridaHealth.org; coronavirus.jhu.edu; cdc.gov; www.mhlw.go.jp
