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Coronavirus in the Triad: Breakdown of cases by county

WFMY News 2 is only reporting numbers from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, the CDC, and local health departments.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — You will see a lot of different numbers concerning coronavirus cases in North Carolina. 

WFMY News 2 wants to be transparent in letting you know we will only be reporting numbers from the NCDHHS, CDC, and local health departments. 

The NC Department of Health and Human Services is reporting a total of 5,465
cases and 131  deaths statewide as of Thursday afternoon. Keep scrolling to get a look at the case numbers for Triad counties. 

**Some numbers may look different from the NCDHHS map - that's because some cases have been verified by local health departments, but haven't been updated yet on the NCDHHS site.**

Here's a look at the case numbers in the Triad: 

Guilford County - 151 cases, 10 deaths

Forsyth County - 122 cases, 5 deaths

Randolph County - 63 cases, 2 deaths

Davie County - 23 cases, 2 deaths

Rockingham County - 16 cases, 2 deaths

Davidson County - 91 cases, 2 deaths

Alamance County - 45 cases, 1 death

Surry County -  11 cases 

Stokes County - 10 cases

Yadkin County - 11 cases, 1 death

FACTS NOT FEAR

Remember facts, not fear, when talking about the coronavirus. You should take the same measures recommended by health leaders to prevent the spread of the flu and other viruses. That means washing your hands, avoiding touching your face, and covering coughs and sneezes.

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WHERE YOU GET INFORMATION ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS IS IMPORTANT

It is important to make sure the information you are getting about the coronavirus is coming directly from reliable sources like the CDC and NCDHHS. Be careful not to spread misinformation about coronavirus on social media.

For more information visit the CDC OR NCDHHS

NC CORONAVIRUS HOTLINE 

The state also has a special hotline set up where you can call 866-462-3821 for more information on the coronavirus. You can also submit questions online at ncpoisoncontrol.org or select chat to talk with someone about the virus.

You can also text keyword VIRUS to WFMY News 2 at 336-379-5775 to find out more information.

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