The number of people sickened with Covid-19 across Texas' hospitals hit a new high Wednesday, surging about 11% in a single day.
There are 2,793 patients hospitalized with a coronavirus infection in the state,, according to updated data from the Texas Department of State Health Services. The new total Wednesday marks the eighth new high in the state in less than two weeks. Texas coronavirus hospitalizations are now up more than 84% since Memorial Day as the state continues to reopen.
because it helps scientists gauge how severe it may be. In recent weeks, some state and federal leaders have downplayed a recent rise in cases and hospitalizations across the U.S., tying it to an increase in testing.by pointing to the total available hospital beds and the ability to create surge capacity if necessary.
Abbott said that there has been an increase in reported Covid-19 cases since Memorial Day and the increase is likely due to people who didn't follow recommended social distancing practices. He also added that some of the increase could be because the state has expanded testing, especially in group homes and correctional facilities.
"The possibility that things could flare up again and produce a resurgence of Covid-19 that would be a stress on our health-care system is still very real," Hellerstedt said.
France Dernières Nouvelles, France Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
Texas reports new record for daily Covid-19 casesTexas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a new record high for daily coronavirus cases in the Lone Star State
Lire la suite »
Florida, Arizona and Texas report record number of daily Covid-19 cases this weekLoosening restrictions and increasing public gatherings may make it seem as though the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic is over, but just this week Florida, Texas and Arizona set daily records for new cases.
Lire la suite »
'Poor leadership': Texas Gov. Greg Abbott criticized for blaming younger residents for COVID-19 spreadAbbott, a Republican, did not provide any evidence of an increase in infections among 20-somethings during his TV appearances Monday.
Lire la suite »
Oil Company Run By Forbes 30-Under-30 Winner Files For Chapter 11 BankruptcyAn oil company run by ForbesUnder30 winner Matthew Owens has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Lire la suite »
11 Stylish Workout Shorts For Curvy GirlsEven in the midst of the summer season, we can't seem to let go of our trusty full-length black leggings. Running shorts seem to desperately cling to our legs
Lire la suite »