Coronavirus cases and fatalities in Delaware
A regularly-updated map of confirmed COVID-19 cases, borough by borough.
The number is based on confirmed diagnostic tests. It is very likely that the true number of COVID-19 cases is higher as many cases are asymptomatic.
New COVID-19 cases and fatalities per day in Delaware
This is a good indicator of “flattening the curve” — when there is a steady decreasing trend, it is an indicator that the spread of the disease is slowing down.
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Cases, updates, and charts on the coronavirus crisis for each US state and territory. Just follow the links below.
Contact your primary health care provider if you have concerns about symptoms, particularly those with fever and coughing or shortness of breath.
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WHAT YOU CAN DO
Take steps to avoid spreading germs from any respiratory diseases by: Wash your hands and use hand sanitizer. Don’t touch your face. Cover your cough with a tissue or your elbow. Stay home if you are sick. Get your flu shot. FAQ’s.
Watch for symptoms
Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases.
These symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure (based on the incubation period of MERS-CoV viruses).
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
Why are we seeing a rise in cases?
The number of cases of COVID-19 being reported in the United States is rising due to increased laboratory testing and reporting across the country. The growing number of cases in part reflects the rapid spread of COVID-19 as many U.S. states and territories experience community spread. More detailed and accurate data will allow us to better understand and track the size and scope of the outbreak and strengthen prevention and response efforts.
CDC recommendations
Due to widespread transmission in California, CDC recommends expanded and laser focused community mitigation activities to help slow the spread of respiratory virus infections including the novel coronavirus SARS-C0V-2, the cause of the disease COVID-19.
These approaches are used to minimize morbidity and mortality of COVID-19 as well as to minimize the social and economic impacts of COVID-19. Individuals, communities, businesses, and healthcare organizations are all part of a community mitigation strategy.
The focus is on protecting the health care system with expected rise in cases by slowing the spread within the community and focused on protecting the vulnerable members of the community.
Coronavirus in Delaware News:
- July 26, 2021'Lessens the possibility of me dying out there': A YMCA program is trying to keep kids safe
Last year, a quarter of people shot in Delaware during June, July and August were under the age of 19 – an uptick from the two previous years. … - July 27, 2021Here's why your Chesapeake Bay blue crab feast may be more expensive this summer
Blue Crab shortages in the Chesapeake Bay lead to higher prices. … - July 31, 20212 men who attended bike night in Stanton shot separately, police say
Police are investigating two shootings that occurred in Newark Friday night. … - July 28, 2021'God, you are so dope': Wilmington native making moves on TV and in music in Atlanta
With dreams of making it in showbiz, this Wilmington native took a leap of faith in 2018, and he’s been gaining traction since. … - July 31, 2021Middletown's Dendy takes first Olympic leaps in long jump
Former NCAA, world champ doesn’t advance to finals in Tokyo … - July 31, 2021Friday night shooting on North Pine Street in Wilmington under investigation, police say
Wilmington police are investigating a shooting that occurred on North Pine Street Friday night. … - July 26, 2021The Running of the Bull is returning to Dewey Beach in all its wacky glory this August
After COVID-19 forced the cancellation of the Running of the Bull last year, organizers are ready to host this wacky event on Saturday, Aug. 21. … - July 30, 2021Heading to the Delaware beaches this weekend? Here's what you need to know ahead of time
Whether you’re still packing or already in the car, here are some things to know about parking, dining and having fun at the Delaware beaches. … - August 1, 2021Delaware native 'happy to be home' with Eagles to fulfill father's prediction
Andre Patton details what he’ll have to do to make the Eagles roster after signing as a free agent. … - July 27, 2021Did barbecue get whitewashed? A new book argues for Black pitmasters' place at the smoker
Historian Adrian Miller talks about the Black history of barbecue, and why Black chefs are now often overlooked. …