Dallas County reports more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases for 18th consecutive day
Dallas County reported more than 1,000 new coronavirus cases for the 18th consecutive day on Monday.
Health officials reported 1,026 new cases and another COVID-19 death — a Dallas man in his 80s who was a resident of a long-term care facility and had no underlying health conditions.
Dallas County has confirmed a total of 42,292 COVID-19 cases, including 526 deaths. About a third of all COVID-19-related deaths in the county have been associated with residents of long-term care facilities.
Estimated active cases over time
Coronavirus daily active case estimates by local counties in the Dallas - Fort Worth metroplex, beginning April 8, 2020. Data provided by Texas Health and Human Services.
Stefan Stevenson
Fort Worth Star-Telegram