MSDH reports 238 new COVID-19 cases, 12 additional deaths

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The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 238 new cases of COVID-19.

Today�s report brings Mississippi�s total number of cases up to 16,560. 794 Mississippians have passed away from the virus following the confirmation of 12 additional deaths.

*MSDH Note – 3 confirmed COVID-19 related deaths between April 26 and May 26 were identified through death certificate reports.

The MSDH is reporting 126 active outbreaks in Mississippi long-term care facilities. An outbreak is defined as �one or more cases among staff or residents�

Wednesday, the department began listing the names of LTC facilities with active outbreaks. To view the list, click here.

As of Monday, 11,203 Mississippians have recovered from COVID-19.

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