Massachusetts Reported 5,179 New COVID Cases; More than 1,000 people are now hospitalized – CBS Boston

BOSTON (CBS) – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported 5,179 new confirmed COVID cases, and there are currently 1,003 people hospitalized with coronavirus-related illness. The number of hospitalizations marks the first time they have reached more than 1,000 since February last year.

DPH also reported 27 more COVID-related deaths in the state on Friday.

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Health officials say the total number of confirmed cases in the state is now 870,629. The total number of confirmed deaths is now 19,074 people.

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A total of 129,910 new tests were reported.

The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 4.74%.

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There are also 191 patients currently in intensive care.