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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Updated March 26, 2020
 
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The national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Mississippi State Department of Health continue to closely monitor the outbreak of respiratory illnesses caused by the novel (new) coronavirus COVID-19, and are working to limit the spread of cases nationally and in Mississippi. MSDH is actively working with doctors and hospitals on responding safely and effectively to COVID-19.

Local COVID-19 testing: We now have a list of local COVID-19 testing providers for you to contact if you have symptoms: View local testing providers »

Mississippi Coronavirus Hotline (available 24/7): 877-978-6453

COVID-19 in Mississippi and the U.S.

Cases of COVID-19 continue to be identified in U.S. states and in Mississippi. This is a rapidly changing situation that is continually being monitored by the CDC and MSDH as more cases in the U.S. are expected.

Mississippians are advised to take health precautions to prevent the possible transmission of disease, and stay in touch for the latest information on the situation in Mississippi.

Mississippi COVID-19 Case Map

An interactive version of this case map is also available: View interactive Mississippi case map

About our case counts: We currently update our map and statistics each morning with test results from the previous day. Outside laboratories also report positive test results to us, which are included our totals.

Corrections: County case numbers may change slightly when our investigation of patients finds more accurate information on their county of residence.

Mississippi COVID-19 Cases as of 6 p.m. March 25, 2020

New cases reported: 108

All Mississippi cases

CountyCasesDeaths
Adams3
Attala7
Benton1
Bolivar6
Calhoun3
Chickasaw7
Choctaw4
Clay1
Coahoma17
Copiah8
Desoto49
Forrest16
Franklin2
George1
Grenada2
Hancock61
Harrison31
Hinds43
Holmes71
Humphreys1
Itawamba3
Jackson16
Jones1
Lafayette10
Lamar4
Lauderdale3
Lawrence5
Leake4
Lee15
Leflore13
Lincoln6
Lowndes8
Madison21
Marion1
Marshall7
Monroe3
Montgomery4
Newton1
Noxubee1
Oktibbeha10
Panola4
Pearl River16
Perry1
Pike12
Pontotoc3
Prentiss1
Quitman2
Rankin23
Scott4
Simpson1
Smith1
Sunflower4
Tallahatchie2
Tate6
Tippah14
Tunica51
Union2
Walthall4
Washington9
Webster21
Wilkinson81
Winston3
Yalobusha3
Yazoo4
Total4855
 

Trends and Summary Data

U.S. and World Cases

COVID-19 Testing

  • Total individuals tested for COVID-19: 2,776

    As of March 25, 2020. Includes testing by the MSDH Public Health Laboratory only.

The MSDH Public Health Laboratory is testing samples submitted by Mississippi physicians and healthcare providers around the state in cases where COVID-19 is determined to be a risk. Anyone with symptoms of fever, severe cough or severe chest pains – especially those who are older or in poor health – should call their doctor or healthcare provider for instructions on safely being examined. Healthcare providers can assess your health history and symptoms, and perform testing for COVID-19 as needed.

Local Testing Providers

Local healthcare providers are now providing sampling and test services at locations across the state for those with COVID-19 symptoms.

What MSDH Is Doing

The Mississippi State Department of Health is aggressively responding to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation. With other state agencies, it has activated emergency operations in order to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Mississippi.

Other steps that MSDH is taking include:

  • Surveillance: Increasing surveillance (monitoring) activities to identify cases of COVID-19 as quickly as possible and to limit person-to-person transmission.
  • Testing: Making COVID-19 testing available for healthcare providers through the MSDH Public Health Laboratory.
  • Planning: Working directly with hospitals and healthcare providers across the state to plan for possible cases of COVID-19, preparing them to identify and safely treat cases.
  • Readiness: Assessing statewide hospital capacities, ensuring the capacity of the MSDH Public Health Laboratory for COVID-19 testing, and informing all Mississippi healthcare providers about procedures for identifying and testing for coronavirus cases.
  • Information: Providing guidance to business, education and other entities on how to respond to the possible spread of COVID-19 in the community.

Prevention and Preparation for Individuals and the Community

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Last reviewed on Mar 5, 2020

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