HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed Thursday that there were 579 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 83,770.
There are 6,557 total deaths attributed to COVID-19, an increase of 39 new deaths.
Mask wearing is required in all businesses in yellow and green phases of reopening. Consistent mask wearing, even in counties in the green phase, could have lasting benefits as a COVID-19 surge is possible this fall.
There are 632 patients who have a positive serology test and either COVID-19 symptoms or a high-risk exposure, which are considered probable cases and not confirmed cases. There are 621,031 patients who have tested negative to date.