Suffolk Reporter

Suffolk County released its latest COVID-19 update on May 2, 2024, highlighting key statistics related to the ongoing pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emphasized that "hospital admission rates and the percentage of COVID-19 deaths among all deaths are now the primary surveillance metrics."

In terms of hospitalizations, the data for the week ending April 27, 2024, showed promising trends. New hospital admissions of confirmed COVID-19 patients decreased by 17.5% compared to the previous week, with a total of 52 admissions. The report indicated that the level of COVID-19 hospital admissions in Suffolk County remains low, with 1.8 hospital admissions per 100,000 people.

As of May 2, 2024, 19 individuals were hospitalized in Suffolk County, with half of them being admitted due to COVID-19 or complications of the virus. Among the hospitalized individuals, there were 4 new admissions and 6 discharges since the last report. Additionally, one patient was being treated in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

It is important to note that "HOSPITALS ARE NO LONGER REPORTING DATA TO NYSDOH ON WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS," which may impact the availability of real-time information on certain days.

Regarding fatalities, Suffolk County has recorded a total of 5,283 fatalities since March 2020, with an increase of one death since the previous report. The distribution of fatalities over the years indicates a gradual decline, with 137 reported fatalities in 2024 to date.

In terms of COVID-19 cases, the county reported 73 cases on April 30, 2024, with a rate of 4.8 cases per 100,000 people and a 3.2 average on a 7-day basis, including PCR and antigen tests.

For more information on COVID-19 data, surveillance, vaccinations, and testing in New York, residents can visit the CDC COVID-19 Data & Surveillance platform or explore vaccination and testing options available through the state's programs.

Stay informed and stay safe as the fight against COVID-19 continues in Suffolk County.