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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - DHEC has announced 113 new cases of the novel coronavirus and 1additional death.This brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina to 7,653 and those who have died to 331.The death occurred in an elderly individual in Marion County.Here’s a list of the newest cases by county:COVID-19 Testing in South CarolinaAs of May 8, DHEC said 81% of individuals have recovered from COVID-19. Meanwhile, 19% are continuing to fight the virus.Also, there are currently 460 patients who have either tested positive for COVID-19 or are under investigation.South Carolinians are encouraged to monitor for symptoms, practice social distancing, avoid touching frequently touched items (such as doorknobs and handrails), and regularly wash their hands, especially after being in a public place.Additionally, residents can prepare for a possible illness or quarantine by:Individuals with signs of illness are asked to stay at home and not attend public gatherings.FACTS ABOUT CORONAVIRUSThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, is spread mainly from person-to-person by those in close contact, or through coughing and sneezing by someone who’s infected.Symptoms of the coronavirus can show up between two and 14 days of exposure, health officials say. Symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath.For most people, COVID-19 causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. But some severe cases can lead to death.Most people can recover from the virus at home using over-the-counter medications to treat their symptoms.Those who are at the highest risk of developing a severe case of COVID-19 are the elderly and those who are already being treated for chronic medical diseases.Young people who contract the virus are not likely to have a serious case, research shows. However, the CDC said about 40% of people who needed to be hospitalized due to the coronavirus are between the ages of 20 and 54.Those who are hospitalized with serious cases of COVID-19 have trouble breathing, and many need support from ventilators, which breathe for them. The U.S. is working to produce more of the machines to prepare, but experts fear a shortage of life-saving devices.The mortality rate for people with the virus has been widely reported around 2 to 3%, but health experts note the actual percentage is not that high, as not all cases are diagnosed or reported.The rate is higher than the flu, which kills on average about 0.1% of people who get it, based on a 10-year average of data from the CDC.RELATED STORIESAnyone with concerns about their health, or who believes they are showing symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath, should call their health care provider. Avoid going to the doctor or an emergency room unless the situation is life-threatening.People without a doctor can take advantage of free online screening from Prisma Health and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC).MUSC has an online platform to aid with coronavirus diagnosis and care. Go to and access the COVID-19 platform. The service is free with code: COVID19.Prisma Health also has a free virtual visit, which allows patients to video conference with a doctor instead of coming into a facility. The goal is to keep patients who don’t need to be treated at a hospital at home. Go to and use promo code COVID19 for a free virtual visit.For more information on COVID-19, click or tap here to visit the CDC’s website.Copyright 2020 WIS. All rights reserved.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - DHEC has announced 113 new cases of the novel coronavirus and 1additional death.This brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina to 7,653 and those who have died to 331.The death occurred in an elderly individual in Marion County.Here’s a list of the newest cases by county:COVID-19 Testing in South CarolinaAs of May 8, DHEC said 81% of individuals have recovered from COVID-19. Meanwhile, 19% are continuing to fight the virus.Also, there are currently 460 patients who have either tested positive for COVID-19 or are under...

DHEC reports 113 new COVID-19 cases, 1 related death

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