LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) - The number of coronavirus cases in Arkansas has increased by more than 400 and there are two additional deaths due to COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus, the Arkansas Department of Health reported Sunday.
There are 12,501 confirmed cases and 179 deaths, an increase of 406 from the 12,095 cases, reported Saturday. The department reported 177 total deaths
The actual number of people who have contracted a virus is likely higher because many people have not been tested, and studies suggest people can be infected and not feel sick.
For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms that clear up within weeks. But for others, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, the highly contagious virus can cause severe symptoms and be fatal. The vast majority of people recover.
HOSPITAL LAYOFFS
Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock has announced plans to lay off 25 employees because of a decline in the number of patients as a result of the coronavirus.
The hospital said in a news release that it is eliminating 42 positions, including 17 that are currently vacant while laying off the others.
The hospital is also reducing executive pay by 20% and pay to directors by 10%.
Please read our comment policy before commenting.