Here's a look at some of the latest information and headlines on coronavirus in Louisiana.34,432 cases across the state2,425 deaths reportedMore than 22,608 recoveredPhase one now in effectRestaurants can reopen at 25 percent capacityCasinos not allowed to reopen in New OrleansLarge events, groups still restrictedMasks required in indoor public settingsAccording to the Louisiana Department of Health, 34,432 coronavirus cases have been reported in the state. There have also been 2,425 COVID-19 deaths recorded.The latest numbers were released Sunday by the health department.More than 13,800 of the state's coronavirus cases have been reported in the New Orleans metro. Of the state's COVID-19 deaths, more than 900 have been confirmed in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish.According to Sunday's update, New Orleans now has 6,809 coronavirus cases while Jefferson Parish is reporting 7,039 cases.Click here to view more information on cases parish-by-parish.In Louisiana, there are now 1,019 patients receiving treatment for COVID-19. Of that number, the health department said 111 patients are on ventilators. More than 22,000 Louisianians have recovered from COVID-19, officials said.When it comes to testing in the state, more than 265,000 coronavirus tests have been completed and performed, according to Sunday's update.Click here for more information on testing in the state.Stay-at-home order in Louisiana:Restaurants are seating diners again, people are getting their hair cuts, and gyms and fitness centers have opened back up after weeks of restrictive coronavirus-related measures.The measures were first put in place in mid-March because of the COVID-19 outbreak. Louisiana shut down non-essential businesses and instructed people to stay home.Those measures -- particularly the stay-at-home order -- were lifted for the first time this weekend on some businesses, including restaurants, movie theaters, gyms and salons.The message from Louisiana officials remains the same: keep your distance, wear masks to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and stay home as much as possible.Drops in the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations and other positive trends led to the easing of restrictions in the Bayou State, once a hot spot in the country.(Click here to read more about the phase one measure)Tattoo parlors, bars without food permits and amusement parks remain closed.All-in-all, Louisiana leaders hope the easing of restrictions will help lessen the burden on the economy, business owners and people who have been out of work. But officials also stress that any spikes in trends could lead to a reversal from phase one.Coronavirus in New Orleans:While the large gatherings and festivals New Orleans is known for aren't set to return anytime soon, some measure of normalcy returned this weekend in the Big Easy.Phase one measures officially began Saturday in New Orleans. Most of the measures mirror those taking place across Louisiana.Businesses that have been shuttered in a city with a large service industry workforce can reopen but at the 25 percent capacity. But not all businesses opened their doors to customers, some telling WDSU that it's still too risky.One thing different in New Orleans than the rest of the state is that restaurants must either require reservations or have employees take the name and number of diners at the door for the purposes of contact tracing. And while casinos can open statewide Monday, they'll remain closed in New Orleans.(Click here to read more about the phase one measure)Masks are also a requirement in places like grocery stores or pharmacies.Mayor LaToya Cantrell has said that spikes or negative trends in the COVID-19 crisis would force the city to put back in place more restrictive measures on businesses. Across the country:Most of the country has loosened restrictions meant to curb the spread of coronavirus — but as Americans begin to gather again, health officials warn moving too fast could have dire consequences.The warnings echo conversations taking place across the U.S. by health officials, residents, business owners and experts who are trying to tackle what a safe reopening looks like — and what could happen if it's rushed.And while reported cases in the U.S. continue to rise with more testing, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration also announced Saturday it authorized an "at-home sample collection kit that can then be sent to specific laboratories for COVID-19 diagnostic testing."President Donald Trump announced Friday what he called "Operation Warp Speed" to develop a coronavirus vaccine by the end of the year.There are 118 potential COVID-19 vaccines in development around the world, the World Health Organization said. Eight are in clinical trials in several countries, including the U.S., the United Kingdom and China.There have been more than 1.4 million coronavirus cases in the United States, according to the Johns Hopkins University tally. The U.S. death toll has surpassed 88,000 people, according to Hopkins.Click here for the latest local and national coronavirus updates.Slow the Spread: CLICK HERE to read the CDC guidelines on coronavirusNews you can use:In need of hand sanitizer? Here's how to make your ownIs it allergies, the flu or the coronavirus? 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NEW ORLEANS — Here's a look at some of the latest information and headlines on coronavirus in Louisiana.
- 34,432 cases across the state
- 2,425 deaths reported
- More than 22,608 recovered
- Phase one now in effect
- Restaurants can reopen at 25 percent capacity
- Casinos not allowed to reopen in New Orleans
- Large events, groups still restricted
- Masks required in indoor public settings
According to the Louisiana Department of Health, 34,432 coronavirus cases have been reported in the state. There have also been 2,425 COVID-19 deaths recorded.
The latest numbers were released Sunday by the health department.
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More than 13,800 of the state's coronavirus cases have been reported in the New Orleans metro. Of the state's COVID-19 deaths, more than 900 have been confirmed in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish.
According to Sunday's update, New Orleans now has 6,809 coronavirus cases while Jefferson Parish is reporting 7,039 cases.
Click here to view more information on cases parish-by-parish.
In Louisiana, there are now 1,019 patients receiving treatment for COVID-19. Of that number, the health department said 111 patients are on ventilators.
More than 22,000 Louisianians have recovered from COVID-19, officials said.
When it comes to testing in the state, more than 265,000 coronavirus tests have been completed and performed, according to Sunday's update.
Click here for more information on testing in the state.
Stay-at-home order in Louisiana:
Restaurants are seating diners again, people are getting their hair cuts, and gyms and fitness centers have opened back up after weeks of restrictive coronavirus-related measures.
The measures were first put in place in mid-March because of the COVID-19 outbreak. Louisiana shut down non-essential businesses and instructed people to stay home.
Those measures -- particularly the stay-at-home order -- were lifted for the first time this weekend on some businesses, including restaurants, movie theaters, gyms and salons.
The message from Louisiana officials remains the same: keep your distance, wear masks to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and stay home as much as possible.
Drops in the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations and other positive trends led to the easing of restrictions in the Bayou State, once a hot spot in the country.
(Click here to read more about the phase one measure)
Tattoo parlors, bars without food permits and amusement parks remain closed.
This content is imported from Twitter.
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.
All-in-all, Louisiana leaders hope the easing of restrictions will help lessen the burden on the economy, business owners and people who have been out of work. But officials also stress that any spikes in trends could lead to a reversal from phase one.
Coronavirus in New Orleans:
While the large gatherings and festivals New Orleans is known for aren't set to return anytime soon, some measure of normalcy returned this weekend in the Big Easy.
Phase one measures officially began Saturday in New Orleans. Most of the measures mirror those taking place across Louisiana.
This content is imported from Twitter.
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.
Businesses that have been shuttered in a city with a large service industry workforce can reopen but at the 25 percent capacity. But not all businesses opened their doors to customers, some telling WDSU that it's still too risky.
One thing different in New Orleans than the rest of the state is that restaurants must either require reservations or have employees take the name and number of diners at the door for the purposes of contact tracing.
And while casinos can open statewide Monday, they'll remain closed in New Orleans.
(Click here to read more about the phase one measure)
Masks are also a requirement in places like grocery stores or pharmacies.
This content is imported from Twitter.
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.
Mayor LaToya Cantrell has said that spikes or negative trends in the COVID-19 crisis would force the city to put back in place more restrictive measures on businesses.
Across the country:
Most of the country has loosened restrictions meant to curb the spread of coronavirus — but as Americans begin to gather again, health officials warn moving too fast could have dire consequences.
The warnings echo conversations taking place across the U.S. by health officials, residents, business owners and experts who are trying to tackle what a safe reopening looks like — and what could happen if it's rushed.
And while reported cases in the U.S. continue to rise with more testing, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration also announced Saturday it authorized an "at-home sample collection kit that can then be sent to specific laboratories for COVID-19 diagnostic testing."
President Donald Trump announced Friday what he called "Operation Warp Speed" to develop a coronavirus vaccine by the end of the year.
There are 118 potential COVID-19 vaccines in development around the world, the World Health Organization said. Eight are in clinical trials in several countries, including the U.S., the United Kingdom and China.
There have been more than 1.4 million coronavirus cases in the United States, according to the Johns Hopkins University tally. The U.S. death toll has surpassed 88,000 people, according to Hopkins.
Click here for the latest local and national coronavirus updates.
Slow the Spread: CLICK HERE to read the CDC guidelines on coronavirus
News you can use:
In need of hand sanitizer? Here's how to make your own
Is it allergies, the flu or the coronavirus? How to tell the difference
Here's how to safely exercise outside during the coronavirus outbreak
Productive and entertaining activities you can do from inside your home
A guide to keeping your child safe and reassured as coronavirus spreads
How to manage OCD and anxiety amid the coronavirus
How to clean your car for coronavirus
Coronavirus: 4 ways to care for dry hands during regular washing
How to work from home without losing your sanity
How to stop touching your face all the time, according to experts
How to properly clean your keyboard, which is one of the germiest places you touch daily