Ellis County Reports 127 COVID-19 Patients Hospitalized

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Ellis County COVID Update 12 31

COVID Hospitalizations And Deaths Rising In Ellis County

Tonight as we tell 2020 good riddance, our thoughts and prayers are with those suffering from COVID-19 both at home and in the hospital. A huge thank you to the first responders, healthcare workers, cleaning staff and everyone that’s keeping the hospitals running.

Ellis County updated their COVID-19 dashboard this evening at 6:05 pm to show 127 COVID-19 patients hospitalized in the county. Twenty five of those patients are in the ICU and 102 are on a MedSurg floor. Out of 30 ICU beds (currently operating on surge plan), 29 are occupied. Also, with 235 hospital beds in the county, 209 are currently occupied.

As hospitalizations are rising, so are COVID-19 fatalities. Ellis County’s dashboard is showing 183 deaths, but DSHS reports 174 deaths. There’s typically a discrepancy in the data from DSHS vs. Ellis County which is sometimes due to a lag in reporting. Ellis County shows 636 active COVID-19 cases, but DSHS shows 855 active COVID cases.

Breakdown by city per Ellis County: Avalon 2; Bardwell 2; Ennis 86; Ferris 16; Forreston 5; Glenn Heights 15; Italy 14; Maypearl 6; Midlothian 113; Milford 1; Ovilla 2; Palmer 16; Red Oak 64; Venus 3; Waxahachie 289; Unknown 2.

Also, today there was such a high demand for COVID-19 tests, Midlothian reported the wait time was over an hour at the senior center. Due to the holidays, the COVID-19 test center at the Midlothian Senior Center is closed until January 5, 2021. To find another testing locations, call your healthcare provider, local urgent care centers, CVS pharmacy or visit www.gotgettested.com.

COVID-19 Vaccination Information

If you are 65 or older or have a medical condition that increases your risk of COVID-19 hospitalization or death, you can now get the COVID-19 vaccine depending on local availability.

To get a vaccine, use the online map of #COVID19TX vaccine providers to find and call one near you. Map: https://bit.ly/2WSDFZ2

Vaccine supply is limited but providers receive more vaccines each week. It will take some time to vaccinate everyone in these priority groups.

Learn more about who can now receive a COVID-19 vaccine in Texas: https://bit.ly/3hsQKlo

For all Texas COVID-19 vaccine information, go to dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/immunize/vaccine.aspx

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Kristin Barclay
Kristin Barclay
Kristin Barclay graduated from the University of South Carolina with a major in Journalism and Advertising. Throughout her career, Kristin has demonstrated a passion for storytelling and a commitment to providing accurate, timely, and informative news coverage. She has a deep understanding of the issues and concerns facing local communities and has earned a reputation as a trusted source for reliable news and information. In addition to her work as an editor and journalist, Kristin is also a skilled writer and has written articles on a wide range of topics, including politics, business, education, and culture. She has a keen eye for detail and a talent for crafting compelling stories that engage and inform readers. Kristin is also an active member of the community and has volunteered her time and resources to numerous organizations and causes. She believes in the importance of giving back and making a positive impact on the world around us. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Kristin Barclay is also a passionate advocate for local journalism and the role it plays in keeping communities informed and engaged. She believes strongly in the importance of supporting local news outlets and is dedicated to ensuring that quality journalism remains a vital part of our society. Outside of work, Kristin enjoys traveling both for business and pleasure. She loves exploring new places, meeting new people, and experiencing different cultures. Whether she's on a business trip or a vacation, Kristin is always eager to discover what makes each place unique and special. Kristin's passions include boots, bourbon, dogs and college football. She is a self-proclaimed boot aficionado and has an impressive collection of cowboy boots that she wears with pride. She also enjoys sipping on a good bourbon and spending time with her husband and beloved border collies. Last but certainly not least, Kristin is the proud mother of two children who bring joy and meaning to her life. She is deeply committed to being a loving and supportive parent, and her children are her greatest source of inspiration and motivation
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