381 New Coronavirus Cases In Alabama, Hospitalizations Decrease

MONTGOMERY, AL — The number of new COVID-19 cases reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health Thursday show a trend of decreasing daily cases, and the latest report by the ADPH shows a decline in the number of patients hospitalized with the virus.

Alabama confirmed 381 new COVID-19 cases Thursday and 6 deaths from the virus, bringing the state's fatality total to 2,120.

In the last two weeks, 107,292 COVID-19 tests have been administered in the state, with 11,463 coming back positive. Hospitalizations from the virus have also decreased this week, with 956 COVID-19 patients currently in Alabama hospitals.

Don't miss the latest coronavirus updates from health and government officials in Alabama. Sign up for Patch news alerts and newsletters.

The counties reporting the most new COVID-19 cases Thursday:

• Jefferson County: 70 new cases; 16,240 total
• Baldwin County: 37 new cases; 4,495 total
• Madison County: 37 new cases; 6,382 total
• Calhoun County: 34 new cases; 2,447 total
• Walker County: 31 new cases; 1,881 total

SEE ALSO:

• Eastwood Library Branch In Birmingham To Close
• Alabama Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference
• Jefferson County COVID-19 Cases By ZIP Code