As of 07.16.2020, PA Department of Health verified COVID-19 positives number 98,446. This reflects an increase of 781 cases in the previous twenty-four (24) hour period. The death count rose by sixteen (16), bringing the statewide total to 6,973 (a 7.08% mortality rate).

Dauphin County is now at 2,342 positive cases, including 150 deaths and 35 current inpatients. Of the inpatients, six (6) are on ventilators and one (1) is on ECMO.

Nursing homes and long-term care facilities have reported 746 (including 143 employees) and 129 of the County’s positive cases (31.85%) and deaths (86%), respectively.

The 14-day totals for Dauphin County are reflected in the included table.

The following release comes from the PA Department of Health.

Patient Counts & Overall Information

The Pennsylvania Department of Health today confirmed as of 12:00 a.m., July 16, that there are 781 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 98,446. All 67 counties in Pennsylvania have cases of COVID-19.

Allegheny is reporting an increase of 140 cases and Philadelphia is reporting an increase of 132 cases.

The number of tests administered within the last 7 days between July 9 and July 15 is 142,176 with 5,517 positive cases. There were 20,413 test results reported to the department through 10 p.m., July 15. These results represent the total number of tests administered.

There are 6,973 total deaths attributed to COVID-19, an increase of 16 new deaths. County-specific information and a statewide map are available here.

“As the state has put in place new mitigation efforts to offset recent case increases, we must renew our commitment to protecting against COVID-19 by wearing a mask, practicing social distancing and following the requirements set forth in the orders for bars and restaurants, gatherings and telework,” Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine said. “Pennsylvania has been a model for the country on how to reopen effectively using a careful, measured approach. However, the we know the virus has not gone away as we see cases rise, we must work together to stop another surge.”

Mask-wearing is required in all businesses and whenever leaving home. Consistent mask-wearing is critical to preventing the spread of COVID-19.

There are 638 patients who have a positive serology test and either COVID-19 symptoms or a high-risk exposure, which are considered probable cases and not confirmed cases. There are 885,195 patients who have tested negative to date. Of the patients who have tested positive to date the age breakdown is as follows:

• 1% are ages 0-4;
• 1% are ages 5-12;
• Nearly 3% are ages 13-18;
• 8% are ages 19-24;
• 37% are ages 25-49;
• Nearly 24% are ages 50-64; and
• Nearly 26% are ages 65 or older.

Most of the patients hospitalized are ages 65 or older, and most of the deaths have occurred in patients 65 or older. More data is available here.

The department is seeing significant increases in the number of COVID-19 cases among younger age groups, particularly 19 to 24-year-olds. An alert was sent to healthcare providers about the changing COVID-19 case demographics, as there are more cases in younger age groups than in those 50-64 and 65+. The following regions have seen significant increases among 19 to 24-year-olds in each month from April to present in July:

• SW – Approximately 5 percent of cases in April to 23 percent of cases so far in July;
• SE – Nearly 5 percent of cases in April to approximately 17 percent of cases so far in July;
• NE – Nearly 6 percent of cases in April to nearly 17 percent of cases so far in July;
• NW – Nearly 7 percent of cases in April to nearly 12 percent of cases so far in July; and
• NC – Nearly 8 percent of cases in April to approximately 11 percent of cases so far in July.
• SC – Approximately 7 percent of cases in April to nearly 13 percent of cases so far in July.

In nursing and personal care homes, there are 18,430 resident cases of COVID-19, and 3,534 cases among employees, for a total of 21,964 at 767 distinct facilities in 58 counties. Out of our total deaths, 4,777 have occurred in residents from nursing or personal care facilities A county breakdown can be found here.

Approximately 7,337 of our total cases are in health care workers.

For the latest information for individuals, families, businesses and schools, visit “Responding to COVID-19” on pa.gov.

Currently, all 67 counties are in the green phase of reopening.

Wolf Administration Actions

The Wolf Administration stresses the role Pennsylvanians play in helping to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
• Cover any coughs or sneezes with your elbow, not your hands.
• Clean surfaces frequently.
• Stay home to avoid spreading COVID-19, especially if you are unwell.
• If you must go out for a life-sustaining reason, please wear a mask.

Statewide – The Wolf Administration has since noon, June 9:

• Announced targeted mitigation efforts in response to recent case increases.
• Provided Pennsylvania State Police enforcement data.

Latest COVID-19 Information from the Commonwealth

Updated Coronavirus Links: Press Releases, State Lab Photos, Graphics

• Daily COVID-19 Report
• Press releases regarding coronavirus
• Latest information on the coronavirus
• Photos of the state’s lab in Exton (for download and use)
• Coronavirus and preparedness graphics (located at the bottom of the page)
• Community preparedness and procedures materials
• Map with the number of COVID-19 cases