New Infections Ease in Rural Counties, but the Number of Deaths Climbs Slightly

Analyzes new COVID-19 infection rates between January 31-February 6, 2021. Found a decline in new infections in rural areas for the fourth week in a row, but a slight increase in COVID-related deaths. Reports other key findings comparing rural and urban death rates, red-zone county classifications, and test positivity rates.

Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - February 10, 2021 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news