This week, deaths from Covid-19 moved past the 3,000 mark.
Three deaths were reported from the virus on Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing the fatality toll to 3,001, according to the Delaware Division of Public Health. Ages ranged from their 60s to their 80s. One of the individuals had an underlying health condition. Their vaccination status was not listed. On Wednesday, another death was reported – an individual in their 90s who was fully vaccinated.
The number of people in the hospital with the virus remains above 100, with 10 in critical condition – a figure that means deaths will continue to increase. The number of new cases has also increased after a downturn that comes between variants.
About 70% of the state’s population is fully immunized. However, new variants of the virus can strike those who have taken shots and boosters In most instances, symptoms are on the mild side for those getting vaccines.
The number of new daily cases rose above 200 That figure does not always reflect individuals who tested positive and self-isolated.
For more data, including breakdowns by age, sex, race/ethnicity, at the statewide, county, and, in some cases, zuo code or census tract level click on this link – https://myhealthycommunity.dhss.delaware.gov/locations/state
