SAN ANTONIO —
These are the facts:
- There have been at least 38,869 cases of coronavirus in Texas and 1,088 reported deaths from COVID-19 as of 3:35 p.m. on May 10, according to Texas HHS.
- City leaders say there are 1,901 confirmed positive cases in San Antonio as of 6:13 p.m. on May 10. A total of 56 people have died related to the coronavirus.
- Governor Abbott's order for a "phased in" reopening of the Texas economy got underway Friday, May 1, and further phases are expected. You can find more information about that here.
- Per city orders, most San Antonians need to wear a mask or cloth covering in public areas where social distancing is difficult or not possible. Click here for more information.
Sunday, May 10
10 p.m.
Officials with the Texas Medical Association are encouraging Texans not to avoid going to the hospital in emergency situations out of fear that they will be infected with the coronavirus. The association says patients are avoiding hospitals when they get seriously injured, and it can lead to a worse situation down the road.
7:33 p.m.
Numbers breakdown: San Antonio is nearing 1,000 recoveries from the coronavirus, while 869 are currently fighting it.
6:13 p.m.
Mayor Ron Nirenberg reported that an additional 14 cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed in Bexar County on May 10, bringing the total to 1,901. Meanwhile, no new deaths from COVID-19 complications were reported; the local death toll remains at 56. In all, 976 county residents have recovered from the virus.
5:45 p.m.
Vice President Mike Pence is self-isolating after an aide tested positive for the coronavirus last week.
An administration official says Pence is voluntarily limiting his exposure and will work from home. He has repeatedly tested negative for COVID-19 since his exposure but is following the advice of medical officials.
4 p.m.
The number of total confirmed cases in Texas rose by more than 1,000 again on Sunday, to 38,869. There was also a slight uptick in new deaths to 1,088, up 39 from Saturday.
3 p.m.
In trying to prevent a scramble for scarce supplies, the White House says it will coordinate distribution of the FDA-approved drug remdesivir. An initial supply is nonetheless expected to be "very limited."
10:30 a.m.
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice has reported two employee deaths that they say may be connected to the coronavirus.
8:36 a.m.
As the pandemic persists in keeping families indoors or a safe social distance apart, online searches have increased for creative ways to still make moms feel special. Here's what some people are doing to celebrate Mother's Day despite the need for social distancing.
5:28 a.m.
Iran says it is ready for unconditional prisoner swap talks with the United States because of fears that the coronavirus could put the lives of the prisoners at risk, reports say.
Saturday, May 9
10 p.m.
Two members of the White House coronavirus task force have placed themselves in quarantine after reportedly coming into contact recently with a positive patient.
9:15 p.m.
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office says a total of 307 jail inmates have now tested positive for coronavirus after six new reported diagnoses on Saturday. Forty-nine of them have recovered.
9 p.m.
President Trump on Saturday announced the federal government will purchase $3 billion worth of dairy, meat and produce from farmers to help out local food banks.
7:30 p.m.
As national parks slowly begin to increase access for outdoor recreators, officials say to expect more employees patrolling trails and campgrounds.
6:40 p.m.
City leaders encouraged social and physical distancing ahead of Mother's Day. In his daily updates regarding coronavirus in San Antonio, Mayor Nirenberg urged everyone to find a way to thank and show love to their mothers from afar, especially if they are members of a vulnerable population.
6:13 p.m.
Mayor Ron Nirenberg reported that an additional 52 cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed in Bexar County on Saturday, May 9, bringing the total to 1,887. Meanwhile, no new deaths from COVID-19 complications were reported, so the local death toll remains at 56.
5 p.m.
After previously being postponed at the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the NHL says its annual draft may now happen earlier than originally scheduled—in early June, before the Stanley Cup Final.
1 p.m.
The number of coronavirus-related deaths in the State of Texas rose to 1,049 on Saturday, according to the the Health and Human Services Department. There have been 37,860 total cases, amounting to an increase of more than 1,200 over Friday's reported figures.
11:15 a.m.
There are a total of 1,288,569 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the United States as of Saturday morning, according to Johns Hopkins University. There have also been 77,344 reported coronavirus-related deaths in the U.S.
7:53 a.m.
NCAA President Mark Emmert says the coronavirus is making it unlikely all schools will be ready to begin competing in college sports at the same time.
7:41 a.m.
Eleven members of the U.S. Secret Service are currently positive for coronavirus, according to reports by USA Today and Yahoo News.
1:17 a.m.
NBA teams start to reopen facilities, as plans for tests begin emerging.
12:37 a.m.
National gas prices are on the rise as states reopen, according to a recent report from AAA.
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Coronavirus symptoms
The symptoms of coronavirus can be similar to the flu or a bad cold. Symptoms include a fever, cough, and shortness of breath, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
Most healthy people will have mild symptoms. A study of more than 72,000 patients by the Centers for Disease Control in China showed 80 percent of the cases there were mild.
But infections can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure, and even death, according to the World Health Organization. Older people with underlying health conditions are most at risk.
The CDC believes symptoms may appear anywhere from two to 14 days after being exposed.
Human coronaviruses are usually spread through...
- The air by coughing or sneezing
- Close personal contact, such as touching or shaking hands
- Touching an object or surface with the virus on it, then touching your mouth, nose or eyes before washing your hands.
Help stop the spread of coronavirus
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Eat and sleep separately from your family members
- Use different utensils and dishes
- Cover your cough or sneeze with your arm, not your hand.
- If you use a tissue, throw it in the trash.
Lower your risk
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
- The CDC recommends wearing a mask or cloth face covering if you have to be out due to an essential service or essential activity such as going to the grocery store.
- If you are 60 or over and have an underlying health condition such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes or respiratory illnesses like asthma or COPD, the World Health Organization advises you to try to avoid crowds or places where you might interact with people who are sick.