The coronavirus U.S. death toll hits at least 92, with more cases in Nevada, Indiana, South Carolina and Kentucky StatistaCharts. coronavirus COVID19
Cases of the new coronavirus in the U.S. have climbed to more than 5,200, up from around 4,600 infections in the previous update, according to the latest figures from Johns Hopkins University. The country's death toll is at least 92 following more fatalities in Washington state, New York and California. New deaths were also reported in Nevada, Indiana, South Carolina and Kentucky.
President Donald Trump issued stricter guidelines to help curb the spread of the virus. Precautions outlined in the new guidelines include avoiding social gatherings of more than 10 people, avoiding eating and drinking at bars and restaurants, as well as"discretionary travel, shopping trips and social visits," according to a statement from The White House.
There are reported to be 35 confirmed cases in Clark County, the health district reports. Nine others are reported in Washoe County, while Carson City also has one, bringing the state total to 45, News 3 Las Vegas reports. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear also confirmed the death of a 66-year-old man from Bourbon County at a press conference on Monday. He was reported to have been admitted to the hospital because of a stroke but also had pneumonia. He was tested for the virus after being admitted to the hospital, according to a spokesperson for Baptist Health Lexington, where the man was treated.
"This Phase 1 study, launched in record speed, is an important first step toward achieving that goal," he added.New York has ramped up its response to curb the spread of the virus. Among its latest measures is the first drive-thru mobile testing facility in New York City, which will open in Staten Island. Last Friday, the state also launched a drive-thru testing center in New Rochelle.
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