Today, MSDH is reporting an additional 1,210 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 24 deaths. Twenty-three deaths occurred between January 28 and February 3, and 1 occurred on January 29, identified from death certificate reports. Mississippi's total of COVID-19 cases now stands at 278,532, with 6,182 deaths.
Among cases and deaths already reported, MSDH has identified five new cases in residents of long-term care facilities, and one death. There are currently 145 ongoing outbreaks of COVID-19 in long-term care facilities.
Check the MSDH website for more COVID-19 data, updated hospitalization and case charts, and other reports as they become available throughout the day.
The latest COVID-19 vaccination information, guidance and protective steps are also online at https://msdh.ms.gov/covid-19
The Mississippi Coronavirus Hotline is the best way to get your questions about COVID-19 answered. Call 877-978-6453 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week.
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