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Jump in Mississippi COVID-19 cases overnight to 34

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Overnight, the number of COVID-19 cases in Mississippi has jumped by 13, although no cases have been reported in Warren County, yet.

On Wednesday, March 18, the Mississippi State Department of Health said that out of 513 people tested by its Public Health Laboratory, 34 have tested positive for the virus, or 6.5%.

New cases reported Wednesday, March 18, 2020

CountyCases
Bolivar2
Coahoma2
DeSoto1
Hancock1
Harrison3
Madison1
Pearl River2
Perry1
Total13

All Mississippi cases to date

CountyCases
Bolivar2
Coahoma2
Copiah2
DeSoto1
Forrest3
Hancock2
Harrison4
Hinds6
Jackson1
Leflore4
Madison1
Monroe1
Pearl River4
Perry1
Total34

With the increase of COVID-19 cases across the state, preventive actions become more important for everyone. Avoid large gatherings, keep your distance in public, keep hands clean and stay home if you are sick.

Testing for COVID-19 is not being performed at county health departments. To be tested, contact your physician or a healthcare provider.

For more information, visit the MSDH website.

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