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Coronavirus Cases In Wauwatosa
"While there is an increase in positive numbers in Wauwatosa, we don't have an increase in deaths or hospitalizations at this time."
July 10, 2020
History of Percent Positive Test Rates in Wauwatosa:
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Between June 17 and June 30, 2020, a total of 1,295 COVID-19 tests were performed on Wauwatosa residents. Of those, 4.5% tested positive. Wauwatosa is seeing an increase in positive cases of COVID-19.
May 26-June 9: 2%
June 3-June 16: 3%
June 10-June 23: 5%
June 17-June 30: 4.5%
June 24-July 7: 5%
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"While there is an increase in positive numbers in Wauwatosa, we don’t have an increase in deaths or hospitalizations at this time," says Health Officer Laura Conklin.
You can view a Wauwatosa-specific dashboard related to COVID-19 data.
Our guidance to reduce exposure risk remains the same:
- Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- Cover your cough or sneeze with your sleeve or elbow
- Clean high-touch surfaces regularly
- Stay home when you can avoid large groups of people
- Wear a mask or cloth face covering
- Maintain a distance of 6 feet between yourself and others
- Stay home if you're feeling sick, and get tested if you have symptoms
This press release was produced by the City of Wauwatosa. The views expressed here are the author’s own.