Coronavirus: Latest updates, cases in Arizona

TUCSON, Ariz. — Arizona Public Health officials are tracking the spread of coronavirus throughout the state. This article has the latest updates and cases in Arizona.

FULL SECTION: CORONAVIRUS IN ARIZONA

According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, here are the latest totals of those tested and those who have tested positive for COVID-19 in Arizona. Arizona has been ranked as widespread, with confirmed cases in all 15 counties. This was last updated on May 31, 2020.

Number of deaths: 906
Number of cases: 19,936
New cases: 681
New deaths: 3
Number of total tested: 318,573 (at both private and state labs)

MAP: Coronavirus cases in Arizona by zip code

Reported cases of COVID-19 by county:

• Maricopa: 9,815
• Pinal: 863
• Pima: 2,368
• Navajo: 1,866
• Coconino: 1,151
• Yavapai: 297
• Cochise: 74
• Graham: 32
• Santa Cruz: 330
• Yuma: 1,105
• Apache: 1,524
• Mohave: 396
• La Paz: 78
• Gila: 31
• Greenlee: 6
• Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community: 1

Breakdown of case in Pima County:

• Total cases: 2,368
• Deaths: 185
• New cases: 78
• New deaths: 0

Timeline of cases recorded:

MAY 31, 2020

ADHS is reporting there are 681 new COVID-19 cases statewide, and three new deaths Sunday.

MAY 30, 2020

ADHS is reporting 790 new cases of COVID-19 statewide as of Saturday.

MAY 29, 2020

State health officials reported 702 new cases of COVID-19 in Arizona Friday.

MAY 26, 2020

State health officials reported 29 new cases of COVID-19 in Pima County Monday.

MAY 24, 2020

The ADHS is reporting there are now 300 new COVID-19 cases and one new death throughout the state as of Sunday.

In Pima County, there are 25 news cases, and no new deaths.

MAY 23, 2020

Arizona Department of Health Services is reporting 16,039 COVID-19 cases statewide, with 799 deaths.

In Pima County there are now 2,002 cases, with -1 death, according to ADHS.

MAY 22, 2020

The ADHS now reports 15,608 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Arizona, and 775 related deaths. There were 293 newly reported cases and 12 newly reported deaths Friday morning.

Pima County is nearing 2,000 confirmed cases of the virus at 1,974, and 174 deaths. There were 30 newly reported cases Friday.

MAY 18, 2020

There have now been more than 14,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona. The AZDHS reported Monday 233 new cases of the virus and six new deaths, bringing statewide totals to 14,170 cases and 686 deaths.

In Pima County, there have been 1,825 confirmed cases and 157 deaths, with 11 new cases and no new deaths reported Monday.

MAY 17, 2020

The ADHS reports 306 new cases as of Sunday, with one new death statewide. In Pima County, there are 33 new cases, and zero new deaths.

MAY 15, 2020

State health officials reported more than 13,000 COVID-19 cases in Arizona.

MAY 14, 2020

The ADHS reports 12,674 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona today, up 498 from yesterday. There are 624 confirmed deaths from the virus, with 30 new deaths reported.

MAY 11, 2020

The ADHS reports 11,380 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 542 related deaths in Arizona, according to its latest data released Monday.

In Pima County, there have been 1,602 confirmed cases and 134 deaths.

MAY 7, 2020

The Arizona Department of Health Services reported 581 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 Friday, and 67 new deaths -- the largest single day jump for both numbers, according to historical data from the ADHS.

In a blog post, ADHS director Dr. Cara Christ says new federal guidelines for identifying COVID-19 deaths are part of the reason for the big jump. She says 35 of the 67 new deaths date as far back as April 12.

Statewide, cases topped 10,000 for the first time -- now at 10,526 -- and 517 deaths so far.

In Pima County alone, ADHS reported 55 new cases Friday and 13 new deaths -- bringing county totals to 1,520 cases and 131 deaths.

MAY 6, 2020

State health officials reported 11 more deaths in Pima County and 46 new cases.

MAY 5, 2020

A day after reporting no new COVID-19-related deaths in Arizona, the AZDHS now reports 33 deaths from the virus and 386 new cases. The statewide total is now 9,305 confirmed cases and 395 deaths.

In Pima County, there are 1,379 cases and 16 deaths, with 33 new cases and 16 new deaths reported Tuesday.

MAY 4, 2020

There are 279 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona today, as reported by the AZDHS, but the agency reported no new deaths. The statewide total now sits at 8,919 with 362 confirmed deaths.

In Pima County, there are 20 new cases, bringing the total to 1,346 cases and 89 deaths.

MAY 1, 2020
The Arizona Department of Health Services reports 10 new coronavirus-related deaths in the state today, and 314 new cases. There are now 7,962 cases across Arizona and 330 deaths.
MAY 1, 2020
In Pima County, ADHS Reports 1,267 cases and 81 deaths. There were 26 new cases reported in the county today and one new death.
The Arizona Department of Health Services reports 10 new coronavirus-related deaths in the state today, and 314 new cases. There are now 7,962 cases across Arizona and 330 deaths.
APRIL 28, 2020
In Pima County, ADHS Reports 1,267 cases and 81 deaths. There were 26 new cases reported in the county today and one new death.
The day after reporting no new COVID-19-related deaths in Arizona, the state is now reporting 18 new deaths in the state and 232 newly confirmed cases.
APRIL 28, 2020
The statewide total is now at 6,948 cases and 293 deaths. In Pima County, there are 1,188 cases and 78 deaths.
The day after reporting no new COVID-19-related deaths in Arizona, the state is now reporting 18 new deaths in the state and 232 newly confirmed cases.
APRIL 26, 2020
The statewide total is now at 6,948 cases and 293 deaths. In Pima County, there are 1,188 cases and 78 deaths.
The state of Arizona now has 6,526 cases, with the 275 deaths, which rose from 273, according to Arizona Department of Health Services.
APRIL 26, 2020
APRIL 25, 2020
The state of Arizona now has 6,526 cases, with the 275 deaths, which rose from 273, according to Arizona Department of Health Services.
The Arizona Department of Health Services has now confirmed the number of cases has risen from 1,060 to 1,090 in Pima County, with 76 deaths Saturday.
APRIL 25, 2020
APRIL 23, 2020
The Arizona Department of Health Services has now confirmed the number of cases has risen from 1,060 to 1,090 in Pima County, with 76 deaths Saturday.
Health officials say Pima County now has more than 1,000 cases of COVID-19.
APRIL 23, 2020
APRIL 22, 2020
Health officials say Pima County now has more than 1,000 cases of COVID-19.
Pima County has had 68 COVID-19 related deaths. ADHS says 6,983 tests have been administered.
APRIL 22, 2020
APRIL 20, 2020
Pima County has had 68 COVID-19 related deaths. ADHS says 6,983 tests have been administered.
The Arizona Department of Health Services announced the launch of its new COVID-19 data dashboard Monday.
APRIL 20, 2020
The state of Arizona now has more than 5,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases.
The Arizona Department of Health Services announced the launch of its new COVID-19 data dashboard Monday.
APRIL 19, 2020
The state of Arizona now has more than 5,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases.
The White Mountain Apache Tribe has confirmed 13 positive coronavirus cases within the White Mountain Apache Department of Corrections. Officials announced that nine inmates, and four correctional officers tested positive for the virus after being tested as a result of a contact mapping process.
APRIL 19, 2020
Previously, the number of cases has risen to 913 from 856 in Pima County, with number of deaths remaining at 56 as of Sunday.
The White Mountain Apache Tribe has confirmed 13 positive coronavirus cases within the White Mountain Apache Department of Corrections. Officials announced that nine inmates, and four correctional officers tested positive for the virus after being tested as a result of a contact mapping process.
APRIL 18, 2020
Previously, the number of cases has risen to 913 from 856 in Pima County, with number of deaths remaining at 56 as of Sunday.
The Arizona Department of Health Services has confirmed 856 cases and 56 deaths in Pima County as of Saturday.
APRIL 18, 2020
APRIL 15, 2020
The Arizona Department of Health Services has confirmed 856 cases and 56 deaths in Pima County as of Saturday.
Pima County now has 700 confirmed cases of coronavirus.
APRIL 15, 2020
APRIL 14, 2020
Pima County now has 700 confirmed cases of coronavirus.
Arizona confirmed 104 new cases of COVID-19 and announced nine new deaths from the virus, bringing statewide totals to 3,802 confirmed cases and 131 deaths.
APRIL 14, 2020
The Arizona Department of Health Services also reported three new deaths in Pima County and 17 new cases, bringing the total here to 685 confirmed cases and 32 deaths.
Arizona confirmed 104 new cases of COVID-19 and announced nine new deaths from the virus, bringing statewide totals to 3,802 confirmed cases and 131 deaths.
APRIL 13, 2020
The Arizona Department of Health Services also reported three new deaths in Pima County and 17 new cases, bringing the total here to 685 confirmed cases and 32 deaths.
There are now more than 3,702 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona, and 122 confirmed deaths of the virus. There are 668 confirmed cases in Pima County and 29 deaths.
APRIL 13, 2020
New data released by ADHS on Sunday breaks down the number of cases in each zip code in Arizona, and a Tucson zip code is reporting more cases than any other in the state.
There are now more than 3,702 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona, and 122 confirmed deaths of the virus. There are 668 confirmed cases in Pima County and 29 deaths.
APRIL 10, 2020
New data released by ADHS on Sunday breaks down the number of cases in each zip code in Arizona, and a Tucson zip code is reporting more cases than any other in the state.
Just under 100 new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Arizona by the ADHS Friday, and 97 people have now died of the virus.
APRIL 10, 2020
APRIL 9, 2020
Just under 100 new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Arizona by the ADHS Friday, and 97 people have now died of the virus.
The number of coronavirus cases in Arizona surpassed 3,000 cases Thursday.
APRIL 9, 2020
APRIL 7, 2020
The number of coronavirus cases in Arizona surpassed 3,000 cases Thursday.
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry has confirmed Tuesday that two inmates have tested positive for COVID-19.
APRIL 7, 2020
APRIL 6, 2020
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry has confirmed Tuesday that two inmates have tested positive for COVID-19.

APRIL 6, 2020

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has released a count of CBP employees who have been confirmed to have COVID-19. There is a total of 160 employees were found to have the virus across the U.S. There are six employees in Arizona, three of those are in Tucson sector, while the other three were stationed at the Nogales sector.

The city of Nogales has confirmed the fifth COVID-19 case in Santa Cruz County Monday.

This individual did travel to an area with community spread, but the individual did not require hospitalization.

None of the cases in Santa Cruz County have resulted in hospitalizations.

Earlier, the AZDHS reports 2,456 cases of COVID-19 in Arizona and 65 related deaths. In Pima County, there are 415 cases of the virus and 13 deaths.

APRIL 5, 2020

The Pima County Health Department has confirmed 12 deaths in the county Sunday. The total number of cases rose to 326 from 280.

APRIL 4, 2020

The Mohave County Department of Public Health confirmed the first coronavirus-related death in Mohave County Saturday. The individual was over the age of 65 and had other underlying health conditions.

MCDPH also confirmed three additional cases in the Lake Havasu City service area. One of the three cases has been hospitalized, but is an out-of-state resident, which will not be included in the county case count.

There are now eight positive confirmed cases in the Lake Havasu City area, five in Kingman, and two in Bullhead City, according to MCDPH.

Also, the Pima County Health Department has confirmed 11 deaths in the county Saturday.

APRIL 3, 2020:

Arizona has now recorded 41 coronavirus-related deaths, with 1,769 cases across the state. Maricopa County now has more than 1,000 confirmed cases, with 280 cases in Pima County.

Arizona has conducted exactly 24,673 tests in both private and public labs, the latest update from AZDHS shows.

APRIL 2, 2020:

There are now more more than 1,500 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Arizona.

APRIL 1, 2020:

Confirmed cases in Arizona are now at 1,413, with 29 deaths statewide. In Pima County, there are 217 cases and 10 deaths.

MARCH 31, 2020

There are at least 1,289 people infected with the coronavirus in Arizona, and 24 deaths. That's according to the latest data from AZDHS.

The number of cases in Pima County rose to 202. Maricopa County remains the center of most of the state's cases, with 788 confirmed so far.

MARCH 30, 2020

The number of coronavirus cases in Arizona has crossed the 1,000 mark -- 1,157 to be exact

At least 20 people have died of the virus, according to the latest information from the Arizona Department of Health Services.

There are 187 cases of the virus in Pima County.

MARCH 27, 2020

The number of COVID-19 cases in Arizona jumped by more than 150 overnight, with 5 new deaths recorded in the state.

The total number of confirmed cases stands at 665, with 102 in Pima County, and 13 deaths, according to the latest numbers from the Arizona Deparmtent of Health Services.

Exactly 100 of those new cases were recorded in Maricopa County, which has by far the most number of cases in the state at 399.

MARCH 26, 2020

Governor Doug Ducey is issuing an Executive Order to ensure Arizona hospitals increase capacity to prepare for a possible influx of patients due to COVID-19. The order requires hospitals to have more patient beds available across the state, to take steps to optimize staffing levels, and to maximize critical resources.

MARCH 25, 2020

There are now 401 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Arizona, with 49 cases in Pima County, according to the latest AZDHS update. The number of deaths remains at six so far.

Mohave County has announced its first case of coronavirus, involving an adult who is recovering at home in the Lake Havasu area. They did not give more information on age or gender.

Cochise County announced a second case of coronavirus Wednesday. County health officials say the patient is a woman who just returned from overseas travel. She is self-isolating and recovering at home.

MARCH 24, 2020

There have been six coronavirus-related deaths in Arizona, the Arizona Department of Health Services says.

That number includes one death in Pima County reported Monday night, and two previously reported deaths in Maricopa County. Coconino County confirmed another death Tuesday evening. It's not immediately clear where the other two deaths occurred.

Data released from the state Tuesday morning shows 42 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Pima County -- the second-highest to Maricopa County, with 199 cases.

In total, there are 326 cases of COVID-19 across Arizona.

Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez has announced new positive tests for COVID-19 bringing the total to 43 in Arizona Tuesday.

MARCH 23, 2020

Health officials have confirmed the first death due to coronavirus in Pima County, marking the third death in our state.

According to the Pima County Health Department, the individual was a woman in her 50s with underlying health issues that may have put her at a higher risk for complications due to the respiratory virus. PCHD reportedly received the positive results Monday evening.

MARCH 22, 2020

Arizona Department of Health Services has recorded a second death in Arizona.

Maricopa County Department of Public Health confirmed a man in his 70s with underlying health conditions has died.

Health officials are working with close contacts of the man and will be monitoring for symptoms, according to MCDPH.

Earlier, the Pinal County Public Health Department announced two new COVID-19 cases in Pinal County Sunday.

One individual is in her 50s and the other is a man in his 60s, PCPHD says.

Both are isolated at home and recovering. These cases are both close contacts of one of the cases announced March 19.
"Pinal County's total cases of COVID-19 now stand at sixteen, of which fifteen are either fully recovered, or are isolated at home and recovering," PCPHD.
"Pinal County's total cases of COVID-19 now stand at sixteen, of which fifteen are either fully recovered, or are isolated at home and recovering," PCPHD.
MARCH 21, 2020
MARCH 21, 2020
The Phoenix Veteran Affairs Health Care System announced Saturday that a Veteran has tested positive COVID-19 at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center.
The Phoenix Veteran Affairs Health Care System announced Saturday that a Veteran has tested positive COVID-19 at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center.
Here is the statement released by Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center:
Here is the statement released by Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center:

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Wash hands often
• Stay home if you are sick or becoming sick.
• Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
• If you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, call the VA before going to the facility.
• More information for Veterans is here: https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/72615/vas-recommendations-help-slow-covid-19-virus/ [blogs.va.gov

Earlier, the Pinal County Public Health Department officials have confirmed four new COVID-19 cases Saturday.Earlier, the Pinal County Public Health Department officials have confirmed four new COVID-19 cases Saturday.
One individual is in her 40s, another is in her 60s, another in his 60s, and lastly one in his 70s. All individuals are isolated and recovering at home.
One individual is in her 40s, another is in her 60s, another in his 60s, and lastly one in his 70s. All individuals are isolated and recovering at home.
"This brings the total number of cases in Pinal County to fourteen. Only one of these is currently hospitalized," Pinal County Public Health Department said.
PCPHD says none of these cases were related to each other or any previos cases.
MARCH 20, 2020
"This brings the total number of cases in Pinal County to fourteen. Only one of these is currently hospitalized," Pinal County Public Health Department said.
The Arizona Department of Health Services has reported the first confirmed coronavirus-related death in the state. The patient was a man in his 50s in Maricopa County with underlying health conditions.
MARCH 20, 2020
Earlier on March 20, the Pima County Health Department has confirmed the eighth COVID-19 case Friday. The individual is in her 60s who is isolated and not hospitalized.
The Arizona Department of Health Services has reported the first confirmed coronavirus-related death in the state. The patient was a man in his 50s in Maricopa County with underlying health conditions.
PCHD says the two previously hospitalized individuals who had positive COVID-19 tests have been released from hospital care.
Earlier on March 20, the Pima County Health Department has confirmed the eighth COVID-19 case Friday. The individual is in her 60s who is isolated and not hospitalized.
Arizona Department of Health Services is requiring all bars, gyms, and movie theaters in Arizona counties with confirmed COVID-19 cases to close; and restaurants to provide dine-out services only.
PCHD says the two previously hospitalized individuals who had positive COVID-19 tests have been released from hospital care.
MARCH 19, 2020
Arizona Department of Health Services is requiring all bars, gyms, and movie theaters in Arizona counties with confirmed COVID-19 cases to close; and restaurants to provide dine-out services only.
Arizona health officials said Thursday morning there are now 44 cases of coronavirus confirmed in the state. Maricopa County jumped from 11 to 22 cases, Pinal County jumps from 8 to 10, Pima County jumps from 5 to 7. There are 130 state lab tests still pending.
MARCH 19, 2020

MARCH 18, 2020

Arizona health officials say there are now 27 cases of coronavirus confirmed in Arizona, up from 21 on Tuesday.
MARCH 18, 2020
Maricopa County Department of Public Health says two new cases of COVID-19 in the county include a woman in her 40s who is recovering in isolation at home, and a man in his 70s who is also recovering in isolation at home.
Arizona health officials say there are now 27 cases of coronavirus confirmed in Arizona, up from 21 on Tuesday.

MARCH 17, 2020

There are two new cases of coronavirus in Arizona, including one new case in Maricopa County and the first case in Navajo County.
MARCH 17, 2020
The Navajo Nation has confirmed a second positive COVID-19 case.
There are two new cases of coronavirus in Arizona, including one new case in Maricopa County and the first case in Navajo County.
This individual is a middle-aged man from the same region as the first person who tested positive within the Keyanta IHS Service Area, according to the Navajo Nation.
The Navajo Nation has confirmed a second positive COVID-19 case.
MARCH 16, 2020:
This individual is a middle-aged man from the same region as the first person who tested positive within the Keyanta IHS Service Area, according to the Navajo Nation.
One of the Pima County patients with coronavirus is currently hospitalized at the VA Hospital in Tucson.
MARCH 16, 2020:
A spokesperson for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System confirmed the news in an email Monday morning, saying the patient tested presumptively positive on Saturday.
One of the Pima County patients with coronavirus is currently hospitalized at the VA Hospital in Tucson.
MARCH 15, 2020:
A spokesperson for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System confirmed the news in an email Monday morning, saying the patient tested presumptively positive on Saturday.
The Pima County Health Department announced a third presumptive positive case of COVID-19 Sunday.
MARCH 15, 2020:
PCHD says the individual is an older adult who currently recovering in a hospital.
The Pima County Health Department announced a third presumptive positive case of COVID-19 Sunday.

PCHD says the individual is an older adult who currently recovering in a hospital.

Maricopa County Public Health has confirmed the fourth presumptively positive COVID-19 case in the county Saturday.
MARCH 14, 2020:
MARCH 13, 2020:
Maricopa County Public Health has confirmed the fourth presumptively positive COVID-19 case in the county Saturday.
The Pima Unified School District in Graham County says a staff member who was previously exposed to the coronavirus has now tested positive.
MARCH 13, 2020:
It's unclear if this is the 10th case in Arizona announced earlier Friday by the Pima County Health Department, or if this is an additional case that is not reflected in the numbers compiled by the Arizona Department of Health Services. As of Friday night, the AZDHS website did not list any confirmed cases in Graham County.
The Pima Unified School District in Graham County says a staff member who was previously exposed to the coronavirus has now tested positive.
The Pima County Health Department announced the second presumptive positive case with COVID-19 in Pima County Friday.
It's unclear if this is the 10th case in Arizona announced earlier Friday by the Pima County Health Department, or if this is an additional case that is not reflected in the numbers compiled by the Arizona Department of Health Services. As of Friday night, the AZDHS website did not list any confirmed cases in Graham County.
The individual had recently recently traveled to another U.S. state. Investigators are working to determine if the virus was contracted during travel or not, according to PCHD.
The Pima County Health Department announced the second presumptive positive case with COVID-19 in Pima County Friday.

The individual had recently recently traveled to another U.S. state. Investigators are working to determine if the virus was contracted during travel or not, according to PCHD.

Pinal County health officials confirmed two new presumptive positive cases the virus. Both patients are more than 60 years old and live in the same household as the three other Pinal County cases.
MARCH 11, 2020:
The Maricopa County Deparmtent of Public Health also confirmed a new case of the virus Wednesday. The patient is a man in his 90s. There are now nine diagnosed coronavirus patients in the state.
Pinal County health officials confirmed two new presumptive positive cases the virus. Both patients are more than 60 years old and live in the same household as the three other Pinal County cases.

The Maricopa County Deparmtent of Public Health also confirmed a new case of the virus Wednesday. The patient is a man in his 90s. There are now nine diagnosed coronavirus patients in the state.

A Pima County resident has tested presumptively positive for the coronavirus known as COVID-19, county health officials announced Monday afternoon.
MARCH 9, 2020:
The person wasn't seriously ill and has fully recovered, but is staying at home as a precaution. State and county health officials are investigating anyone who had contacts with the patient.
A Pima County resident has tested presumptively positive for the coronavirus known as COVID-19, county health officials announced Monday afternoon.

The person wasn't seriously ill and has fully recovered, but is staying at home as a precaution. State and county health officials are investigating anyone who had contacts with the patient.

Two Pinal County residents were diagnosed with COVID-19 Saturday. The cases are from the same household as the current Pinal County case, ADHS says.

MARCH 6, 2020:
Two Pinal County residents were diagnosed with COVID-19 Saturday. The cases are from the same household as the current Pinal County case, ADHS says.
The state's first community-spread coronavirus case has been confirmed in a Pinal County resident.
MARCH 6, 2020:
The case is the third person has tested "presumptive positive" in Arizona, the state health department confirmed Friday.
The state's first community-spread coronavirus case has been confirmed in a Pinal County resident.
MarchMARCH 3, 2020:
The case is the third person has tested "presumptive positive" in Arizona, the state health department confirmed Friday.
The new “presumptive positive” case was added to the department’s list Tuesday.
MarchMARCH 3, 2020:
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health says the new case involves a Maricopa County man in his twenties who is a "known contact of a presumed positive case outside of Arizona who had traveled to an area with community spread of COVID-19." He is not hospitalized and is recovering at home, officials say.
The new “presumptive positive” case was added to the department’s list Tuesday.
JANUARY 26, 2020:
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health says the new case involves a Maricopa County man in his twenties who is a "known contact of a presumed positive case outside of Arizona who had traveled to an area with community spread of COVID-19." He is not hospitalized and is recovering at home, officials say.
The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and the Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) have confirmed one person in Maricopa County has been diagnosed with the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.
JANUARY 26, 2020:
The patient is a member of the Arizona State University community but does not live in university housing. ADHS officials said the person had recently returned from travel to Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the illness.
The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and the Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) have confirmed one person in Maricopa County has been diagnosed with the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.
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The patient is a member of the Arizona State University community but does not live in university housing. ADHS officials said the person had recently returned from travel to Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the illness.
A test is considered "presumptive positive" when a test results positive at a state lab but hasn't been confirmed by the CDC.
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Arizona Department of Health Services says the community COVID-19 spread is minimal at this time. See below a list of safety protocols to follow to stay healthy.
A test is considered "presumptive positive" when a test results positive at a state lab but hasn't been confirmed by the CDC.
The Arizona Department of Health Services says these are the best ways to prevent the spread of the virus:
Arizona Department of Health Services says the community COVID-19 spread is minimal at this time. See below a list of safety protocols to follow to stay healthy.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then immediately throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then immediately throw the tissue in the trash.
Symptoms of the virus are thought to appear within two to 14 days after exposure, according to ADHS. Those under risk of contracting the virus are individuals who have traveled to an area where COVID-19 is spreading or in closes contact with others who may have COVID-19.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
If you have developed symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath stay home and call your doctor, ADHS says.
Symptoms of the virus are thought to appear within two to 14 days after exposure, according to ADHS. Those under risk of contracting the virus are individuals who have traveled to an area where COVID-19 is spreading or in closes contact with others who may have COVID-19.
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If you have developed symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath stay home and call your doctor, ADHS says.

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