Arizona death toll from coronavirus reaches 450; cases near 10,000
PHOENIX - Arizona health officials report that the number of deaths from the coronavirus outbreak reached 450 as of Thursday as the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases statewide neared 10,000.
The Department of Health Services reported 24 additional deaths as of Thursday and 238 additional COVID-19 cases, increasing the total number of cases to 9,945 as of Thursday.
The department also reported nearly 7,500 additional test results as of Thursday, up from the nearly 5,150 reported Wednesday and about double the numbers reported on recent previous days.
The state conducted a testing push in Maricopa County last weekend.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey has begun loosening restrictions he’d imposed to slow the spread of the virus. Salons and barbershops can reopen Friday and restaurants can resume dine-in service on Monday.
For most people, the new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia and death. The vast majority of people recover.
In order to protect yourself from a possible infection, the CDC recommends:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
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