COVID Cases – 1,009 (+62)

The increase in cases reported today is due to a few factors. This includes:

1) laboratories adding results to the system in batches reflecting tests conducted over several days;

2) probable cases which will continue to increase as the department calls patients back; and, 3) a large amount of testing in communal living sites.

A case is probable when the person displays symptoms of COVID-19 and has had close contact with a confirmed positive case but has not had a test themselves. We are including probable cases to better assess the level of community spread.

The ages, as well as the percentage of cases represented, of those in the county with COVID-19 are listed below.
00-04 – 2 (less than 1%)
05-12 – 4 (less than 1%)
13-18 – 10 (1%)
19-24 – 76 (8%)
25-49 – 262 (36%)
50-64 – 280 (28%)
65 + -- 275 (27%)

The gender of those with COVID-19 are listed below:
Female – 543 (54%)
Male – 466 (46%)

Of the 1,009 cases, there are 178 past or present hospitalizations (+2).

To date, there have been 47 deaths (+4). To date, all deaths are of individuals ranging in age from 56-103, with 83 being the median age of those who have died.

We continue to extend our deepest sympathies to the families and friends of those who have lost loved ones, and our thoughts go out to all those who have been impacted.

The county’s COVID-19 Dashboard, with additional demographic info, is available by going to http://alleghenycounty.us/coronavirus. It is updated each day by noon and also shares data on race and provides confirmed case info in different age groupings and categories.

CSPD Note: The Health Secretary's Order on wearing masks in businesses is enforceable starting Sunday April 19, 2020.

Stay Home. Save Lives. If you must leave your home, please wear a mask, especially when interacting with people and/or when entering any business. Castle Shannon Cares.