The City of Lubbock on Wednesday reported 118 additional COVID-19 diagnoses, the second highest single-day increase posted since mid-March.
Halfway through the week, 376 new cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Lubbock County. That's two and a half times more than the total diagnoses in May, when 143 cases were announced.
The 20-29 age group continues to account for the majority of new cases and 42% of total cases. Nearly 500 COVID-19 tests were pending on Wednesday.
Hospitalizations are also rising, with 33 patients confirmed to have coronavirus. Eleven patients are in intensive care. May 6 was the last date more than 30 people were hospitalized with the illness.
From the City of Lubbock:
As of 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, the City of Lubbock confirmed 118 new cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and 31 recoveries. The total number of cases in Lubbock County is 1665: 912 active, 702 listed as recovered and 51 deaths. All this information can be found on a comprehensive dashboard at www.mylubbock.us/COVID19
The City of Lubbock Health Department and other response agencies are prepared and have employed standard response plans designed to address and resolve public health issues. The Department will continue monitoring individuals as indicated by the CDC. The Department’s disease surveillance team will continue working diligently to ensure the public remains at a low risk of contracting COVID-19.
The City of Lubbock Health Department and our health care partners will continue to monitor COVID-19 in the Lubbock area to prepare for the possibility of more local cases. Please continue to follow proper hygiene recommendations and social distancing practices.
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