Today MSDH is reporting 397 new cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 20 new deaths. (Eleven of these deaths are from past weeks, based on investigation into death certificate reports.) The number of Mississippians currently hospitalized with confirmed COVID-19 infection has risen to 454.
Mississippi's total COVID-19 cases since March 11 now stands at 7,212, with 281 deaths.
More details of COVID-19 in the state, along with preventive steps to take against coronavirus, are online at http://HealthyMS.com/covid-19
The Mississippi Coronavirus Hotline is the best way to get your questions about COVID-19 answered. Call any time: 877-978-6453.