HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported Thursday that there are 962 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 104,358.

Allegheny is reporting an increase of 147 cases, and Philadelphia is reporting an increase of 311 cases. Since there was no data reported from Philadelphia on Wednesday, the number of new cases is a culmination of cases from the past two days.

Locally, the number of cases held steady for Thursday’s reporting period. Elk County had 38 cases, McKean County had 26, Potter County had 20 and Cameron County had 5.

The number of tests administered within the last 7 days between July 16 and July 22 is 147,837 with 5,731 positive cases. There were 19,626 test results reported to the department through 10 p.m., July 22. These results represent the total number of tests administered.

There are 7,079 total deaths attributed to COVID-19, an increase of 16 new deaths reported. Elk County has had two deaths, while McKean County has had one.

“As the state has put in place new mitigation efforts to offset recent case increases, we must renew our commitment to protecting against COVID-19 by wearing a mask, practicing social distancing and following the requirements set forth in the orders for bars and restaurants, gatherings and telework,” Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine said.

Mask-wearing is required in all businesses and whenever leaving home. Consistent mask-wearing is critical to preventing the spread of COVID-19.

There are 637 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 981,259 patients who have tested negative to date.