Collin, Denton counties each have at least 30 coronavirus deaths, including 3 more Friday
Collin and Denton counties reported three more coronavirus-related deaths Friday.
Collin County reported the deaths of two women, including a 98-year-old resident of the Life Care Center of Plano, and an 82-year-old Richardson woman who died in a Plano hospital.
The Richardson woman died May 3 but had not been reported to county officials until now. Both women had underlying conditions, according to health officials. These are the first coronavirus deaths reported by the county since May 15.
Denton County reported the coronavirus death of a Carrollton woman in her 60s. She had been hospitalized.
COVID-19 cases over time
Coronavirus daily case counts over time by local counties in the Dallas - Fort Worth metroplex. Tap the arrow button to replay the animation. Data provided by Texas Health and Human Services and local counties.
Collin County reported 14 new COVID-19 cases for a total of 1,132 cases, including 33 deaths and 786 recoveries. Of the 313 active cases, 19 patients are hospitalized. The county is monitoring 1,961 people for symptoms.
Denton County reported 17 new coronavirus cases for a total of 1,205, including 30 deaths and 615 recoveries.
“We hope those who have recovered from COVID-19 will consider donating plasma to help those suffering with severe COVID-19 complications,” Denton County Judge Andy Eads said in a release.
Potential donors should contact Carter BloodCare by calling 800-366-2834.
This story was originally published May 22, 2020 at 5:26 PM.
