Feb 18, 2022

KDHE: 22 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Wednesday

Posted Feb 18, 2022 8:14 PM
KDHE
KDHE

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported 22 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.

As of Friday morning, there were 18 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including nine active cases and nine recovering cases. 

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The Kansas Hospital Organization reported Wednesday that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated. 

Since reporting began, there have been 7,078 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths. 

Statewide COVID-19 curve
Statewide COVID-19 curve