MD Adds More Coronavirus Cases; Hospitalizations Decrease

MARYLAND — For the second time in three days, Maryland health officials reported a daily increase of more than 1,000 new cases of the coronavirus. The increase comes as daily testing volumes rise, with 23,400 test results reported Monday.

The positivity rate remains below the 5 percent threshold, which health experts recommend for a safe reopening. It is not the only number that is holding steady as Maryland battles the virus.

Coronavirus-related hospitalizations are down in Maryland hospitals for the second day in a row after eight days of consecutive increases, state health data shows.

The number of patients with the virus being treated on the intensive care unit decreased as well, officials said.

The Maryland Department of Health reports there are 84,876 confirmed cases of the virus of Monday. So far, officials say 3,315 people have died from the virus statewide, with six deaths reported in the last day.

Coronavirus in Maryland: A Snapshot

Here is a look at Maryland's coronavirus numbers as of Monday, July 27:

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Maryland Hospitalizations, Deaths

Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Jurisdiction

Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Age And Gender

Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Race And Ethnicity

Symptoms Of Coronavirus

Contracting 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.

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.

To prevent getting the illness, 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.

See Also:

• MD Coronavirus Hospitalizations Down After 8 Days Of Increases
• White House Warns Baltimore To Take 'Aggressive' Action On Virus
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• Baltimore Mask Mandate, Restaurant Restrictions Explained