MSDH is reporting an additional 669 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 28 deaths. Sixteen deaths occurred between February 13 and February 22, and 12 occurred between January 14 and February 16, identified from death certificate reports. Mississippi's total of COVID-19 cases now stands at 291,891, with 6,605 deaths.
Among cases and deaths already reported, MSDH has identified 4 new cases in residents of long-term care facilities and 4 deaths. There are currently 86 ongoing outbreaks of COVID-19 in long-term care facilities.
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, or to get help with scheduling a vaccination appointment. Call 877-978-6453 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week.