LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — While the number of COVID-19 cases in Arkansas continues to rise, the state has yet to report an omicron variant case.
On Monday, Gov. Asa Hutchinson noted that the vaccination rate for the state remains low and urged Arkansans to "make the choice to get vaccinated."
Key facts to know:
- Total cases: 541,315 (+805)
- Active cases: 7,434 (-44)
- Total deaths: 8,913 (+12)
- Hospitalized: 529 (+12)
- On ventilators: 92 (-7)
- Fully vaccinated: 1,483,741 (+2,987)
The state reported 805 new cases Thursday along with 12 more deaths. A total of 8,913 people have died in Arkansas due to the coronavirus.
"New cases, active cases, and ventilator usage have all declined since this day last week. We continue to monitor the increasing hospitalizations, especially as we get closer to Christmas. Take the steps to protect yourself this holiday season," Gov. Hutchinson tweeted.
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