15 Jurisdictions Meet Maryland's Coronavirus Testing Goal: Hogan

MARYLAND — A total of 15 of Maryland's 24 jurisdictions have met the state's goal for coronavirus testing, Gov. Larry Hogan said. The goal is for each jurisdiction to test 10 percent of its population.

"We are pleased to report that Caroline, Howard and Worcester counties have all met the goal," Hogan reported Saturday morning.

Here's which areas still haven't met the goal yet as of Saturday, according to the Maryland Department of Health: Anne Arundel, Calvert, Carroll, Cecil, Charles, Garrett, Harford, Queen Anne's and St. Mary's counties.

Calvert County has tested the least of its residents, with 6.5 percent of its population tested, while Somerset has tested the most, with 20.6 percent of its residents tested for the virus.

More than 220 testing sites statewide are checking people for COVID-19.

With the availability of testing sites and access increasing, the Maryland Department of Health advised this week that results may take longer to receive, stating: "Due to the high volume of tests being processed across the country, it may take longer than expected to receive your results. Labs across the state are working as quickly and carefully as possible."

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Coronavirus in Maryland: A Snapshot

Here is a look at Maryland's coronavirus numbers as of Saturday, July 11:

Maryland Hospitalizations, Deaths

Coronavirus At Group Living Facilities

Coronavirus data from congregate living facilities is updated weekly on Wednesdays.

Here are the numbers as of Wednesday, July 8:

Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Jurisdiction

Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Age And Gender

Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Race And Ethnicity

Symptoms Of Coronavirus

The coronavirus can result in mild to severe illness. Older adults and those with underlying medical conditions, such as diabetes or heart or lung disease, are the most at risk of complications from COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Authorities advise staying away from those who are sick, keeping 6 feet of distance between yourself and others, washing hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer that is at least 60 percent alcohol, cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and wearing a cloth face covering when around others. to prevent the spread of the virus.

These symptoms of coronavirus can appear two to 14 days after exposure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea

Those who have trouble breathing, feel persistent pain or pressure in the chest, experience new confusion, have the inability to wake or stay awake or have bluish lips or face should get medical attention immediately, federal health officials say.