The number of new COVID-19 cases reported in Bucks County decreased last week.
According to Pennsylvania Department of Health data, Bucks County had 1,404 new infections compared to 2,168 the week prior. However, the Bucks County Department of Health said last week that the prior week’s numbers were higher-than-expected due to backlogged testing data being reported.
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In a statement, Bucks County health officials noted that last week showed an average of 197 new infections per day, which is the first time the number has dropped below 200 since November.
Last week, the COVID-19-related deaths of 19 Bucks Countians were reported. The number is the fewest weekly deaths since December.
In January, there were 119 COVID-19 deaths reported, which made it the fourth deadliest month of the pandemic.
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The state reported Bucks County saw a slight increase in COVID-19 test positivity rates from 10.4 percent to 10.6 percent last week. A positivity rate of 5 percent or more is considered concerning.
Bucks County had hospitalizations decrease last week. State data showed that COVID-19 hospitalizations in the county decreased by 12 percent.
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As of Monday, Bucks County had 103 patients in hospitals for COVID-19. A total of 24 of those patients were listed as intensive care and 10 were on ventilators.
Since the pandemic began, Bucks County has seen 41,767 COVID-19 cases and 1,060 deaths.
Ways residents can help reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
- Wear a mask properly when in a business or where it is difficult to maintain proper social distancing.
- Cover any coughs or sneezes with your elbow, not your hands.
- Clean surfaces frequently.
- Stay home to avoid spreading COVID-19, especially if you are unwell.
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