COVID-19 claims an additional 26 lives; 398 test positive for the virus

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EDINBURG – “Twenty-six residents have died today due to COVID-19 complications”, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez said Monday. Another 398 tested positive for the virus which brings the total number of known positive cases to 17,751.

“My deepest condolences to the friends and families who have lost a loved one today,” Judge Cortez said. “COVID-19 is still very present in Hidalgo County. If you or someone you care for are at higher risk of getting sick from COVID-19, take preventative steps to avoid getting sick. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid close contact with people who are sick, washing your hands often and wearing a facial covering.”

There are currently 763 people hospitalized with complications from the virus; 227 of those cases are being treated in intensive care units.                  
                   

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There are 4,986 net active cases and 35 people were released from isolation on Monday. The 35 Hidalgo County residents have been symptom-free for 10 days, including three days without a fever.                    

The deaths include:   

Monday, August 3, 2020 positive cases include:    

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