MD Adds 1K New Coronavirus Cases In One Day; Over 89K Have Virus

Elizabeth Janney
Updated ·4 min read

MARYLAND — More than 1,000 new cases of the coronavirus were confirmed in Maryland in the past day, state health officials reported Saturday morning. There are 89,365 cases of the virus in Maryland, authorities said, an increase of 1,019.

This is the second highest number of tests state health officials have reported on in a single day, with more than 31,000 results coming in Saturday. Last week on Saturday, the state set a record for new results with 34,874 test results reported.

"As we head into the weekend, Marylanders should keep in mind that the top activities reported in contact tracing investigations were family gatherings, house parties, and outdoor events," Gov. Larry Hogan said. "It’s easy to become complacent, but we can’t afford to let our guard down."

The governor reported earlier in the week that people who tested positive for the virus had said they had been doing things like meeting people outside and reporting to office jobs.

These were the top activities among coronavirus patients, he said:

  • 54 percent worked outside the home

  • 44 percent attended family gatherings

  • 39 percent went shopping

  • 23 percent went to house parties

  • 23 percent dined outdoors

  • 23 percent dined indoors

  • 21 percent patronized outdoor events

"We cannot say with specificity how they got the virus or where they got the virus, but these are commonalities," Hogan said, "And they are significant."

To help slow the spread of the virus, an expanded masking order takes effect at 5 p.m. Friday in Maryland that requires people to wear face coverings in public places as well as outdoors when physical distance of 6 feet is not possible.

Exceptions include those with disabilities for whom it would be unsafe to wear a mask; those receiving services like dental care, shaving or facial treatments; people eating or drinking; workers for whom it would be unsafe to wear a mask; those swimming or engaged in physical activity during which it would be a safety risk to wear a mask; and those operating public transportation who are the sole operator in a separate compartment.

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Find more information about getting tested here: covidtest.maryland.gov.

Coronavirus in Maryland: A Snapshot

Here is a look at Maryland's coronavirus numbers as of Saturday, Aug. 1:


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Maryland Hospitalizations, Deaths
Table by Patch. Source: Maryland Department of Health.

Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Jurisdiction

Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Age And Gender


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Maryland Coronavirus Cases By Race And Ethnicity

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Maryland Coronavirus In Group Living Facilities

The Maryland Department of Health updates data on coronavirus cases and deaths in congregate living facilities on Wednesdays. Here is the information as of Wednesday, July 29:

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Courtesy of Maryland Department of Health.

Symptoms Of Coronavirus

Contracting the coronavirus can result in mild to severe illness. Older adults and those with underlying medical conditions, such as diabetes or heart or lung disease, are the most at risk of complications from COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

These symptoms of coronavirus can appear two to 14 days after exposure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

  • Fever or chills

  • Cough

  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

  • Fatigue

  • Muscle or body aches

  • Headache

  • New loss of taste or smell

  • Sore throat

  • Congestion or runny nose

  • Nausea or vomiting

  • Diarrhea

Those who have trouble breathing, feel persistent pain or pressure in the chest, experience new confusion, have the inability to wake or stay awake or have bluish lips or face should get medical attention immediately, federal health officials say.

To prevent getting the illness, authorities advise staying away from those who are sick, keeping 6 feet of distance between yourself and others, washing hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer that is at least 60 percent alcohol, cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and wearing a cloth face covering when around others.

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