Dallas County reports 97 new coronavirus cases, bringing its total to 1,112
Dallas County reported 97 new cases of coronavirus on Sunday, bringing the total number of infections in the county to 1,112.
County Judge Clay Jenkins urged residents in a written statement to avoid panic, take a break from work or home chores each day to recharge and “stay in the fight,” find ways to help others such as donating to the North Texas Food Bank and practice gratitude.
“Gratitude drives out despair,” he wrote.
About 71% of hospitalizations due to coronavirus in Dallas County have been for people over 60 or with chronic health conditions such as diabetes or respiratory or cardiovascular problems.
The CDC recommends washing hands regularly to prevent the spread of the virus. Where soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol content.
This story was originally published April 5, 2020 at 2:03 PM.