COVID Cases – 1,149 (+61)

The increase in cases reported today is due to a laboratory adding results to the system in a batch reflecting tests conducted over several days.

This number includes 1,119 confirmed cases and 30 probable cases. 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 positive 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 – 4 (less than 1%)
05-12 – 4 (less than 1%)
13-18 – 10 (1%)
19-24 – 81 (7%)
25-49 – 401 (35%)
50-64 – 323 (28%)
65 + -- 326 (28%)

The gender of those with COVID-19 are listed below:
Female – 614 (53%)
Male – 535 (47%)

Of the 1,149 cases, there are 204 past or present hospitalizations (+8).

To date, there have been 69 deaths (-5). The data provided by ACHD is extracted from the state’s reporting system. When reviewing the deaths reported yesterday, ACHD staff identified a number of duplicates. The decrease in the number of deaths is due to the removal of those duplicates from the county-specific data. Of reported deaths, 62 are confirmed (had positive test) and 7 probables. A probable death is one where COVID-19 is listed on the deceased’s death certificate, but the person never had a positive test for the virus. All deaths are of individuals ranging in age from 42-103, 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 by the virus.

The county’s COVID-19 Dashboard contains additional information on cases and is available by going to http://alleghenycounty.us/coronavirus.