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SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Bexar County Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores briefed the community on the local response to COVID-19 in the Thursday night daily briefing.
Nirenberg reported 203,191 total COVID-19 cases and 3,076 total deaths in Bexar County, an increase of 210 new cases as of Thursday. Three new deaths have been reported today.
The 7-day moving average is 179.
City officials also reported that 188 patients have been hospitalized, 69 in intensive care and 39 on ventilator. 12% of the manned beds and 72% of the fans are available.
Nirenberg said 434,611 people received their first COVID-19 vaccine dose and 243,317 were fully vaccinated in Bexar County.
The mayor said the city has not yet made a decision on whether traditional Easter camping is allowed in the park this year.
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The city gives priority to those who are most vulnerable. Beginning Monday, anyone aged 80 or older is encouraged to visit the Alamodome at noon Monday through Saturday to receive a vaccine without an appointment.
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