Covid-19 in OKC (coronavirus)

[soonerguru]

After studying the data a bit further, I believe I have sorted out my confusion.

The EOR lists "total positive specimens," and immediately qualifies that number with a note it does not indicate unique individuals. In the lower summary section, it lists daily cases as "newly reported." That tells me the daily number is unique individuals, not repeated testers. Just clarifying what I think the report is conveying.cTook a few rereads and comparisons for th light bulb to go on.

We have known for quite some time that individuals take multiple tests. My coworker trated positivein mid-March, had horrific symptoms despite no underlying conditions, and then proceeded to spend hu of dollars on tests, to ensure she was clear. She personally took five tests, so it us obvious that people will take multiple trats. Maybe this explains the discrepancy in your numbrts woth actual health professionals who do this for a living.

[Canoe]

If we combined this thread with Hamilton it would look like this:

Dan, 10/10. Thank you for sharing. Well the singer and original lyrics, the ending with the supporting cast took away from it. How do.you like this one?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JE0TGFVquvM

[Pete]

Today's update:

Cases: 355
Hospitalizations: 33
Deaths: 2

[DowntownMan]

Today's update:

Cases: 355
Hospitalizations: 33
Deaths: 2

And total recoveries at 520 today. This number always gets not mentioned by many as the active total cases is important as well
While the new cases is Still higher hopefully we can get that to go down and these recoveries from the last two weeks of high numbers start coming in making the total active cases drop drastically again
I think the next 7 days are critical. If current cases stay flat or start going down we are better off. But if cases keep going up we need to evaluate

[Jersey Boss]

And total recoveries at 520 today. This number always gets not mentioned by many as the active total cases is important as well
While the new cases is Still higher hopefully we can get that to go down and these recoveries from the last two weeks of high numbers start coming in making the total active cases drop drastically again
I think the next 7 days are critical. If current cases stay flat or start going down we are better off. But if cases keep going up we need to evaluate

The reason it is not mentioned is the criteria for being recovered. The state defines it as those hospitalized or dead 14 days after onset. It has nothing to do with actual recovery.

[jn1780]

Today's update:

Cases: 355
Hospitalizations: 33
Deaths: 2

Hopefully yesterdays numbers were just the weekend back log catching up. Today was consistent with end of the last week. Obvious need bigger time span of data to make a determination if the delta has stabilized.

[OKC Guy]

One key metric I look at is deaths week by week, for the country.

From CDC website, the date is the end of that week data. Total deaths are all deaths in US not just Covid:

Week / CV Deaths / Total Deaths
4/11/2020 15,712 77,604
4/18/2020 16,370 74,992
4/25/2020 14,133 71,268
5/2/2020 11,705 66,180
5/9/2020 10,788 64,140
5/16/2020 8,843 60,913
5/23/2020 6,789 57,238
5/30/2020 5,658 54,302
6/6/2020 4,279 51,959
6/13/2020 3,047 47,305
6/20/2020 1,451 36,035
6/27/2020 229 16,520

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/nvss/vsrr/covid19/index.htm

The trend has been going down week by week. Lets hope that continues.

[TheTravellers]

The reason it is not mentioned is the criteria for being recovered. The state defines it as those hospitalized or dead 14 days after onset. It has nothing to do with actual recovery.

And OK defines "recovered" differently than the CDC recommends (gosh, I'm shocked). Here's the text from a post by Oklahoma Source on FB (no account, so I can't link, but it was posted on 4/21.

For those touting Oklahoma’s recovery statistics, here is an explanation. The criteria that the state is using to determine who has recovered is vastly different than the recommendations from the CDC. Oklahoma is considering someone to be “recovered” when they are not hospitalized or deceased 14 days after their positive test. That criteria is listed on the executive reports published on weekdays. https://coronavirus.health.ok.gov/ex...-order-reports

The CDC criteria for recovery lists several conditions that must be met. One definitive condition is two consecutive negative tests taken at least 24 hours apart. Other criteria if testing is not available is that a patient must meet all three indicators: 1) At least 3 days (72 hours) have passed since recovery defined as resolution of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications 2) Improvement in respiratory symptoms (e.g., cough, shortness of breath). 3). At least 7 days have passed since symptoms first appeared. https://www.cdc.gov/…/2019-ncov/hcp/...ome-pat…

Unless the Oklahoma State Department of Health is calling and checking in on every patient who is on home isolation, the recovery numbers they are listing on their website are only assumptions. There are varying reports from around the globe of some people who are symptomatic for 3-6 weeks after diagnosis. Likewise, studies have varying information on just how long someone is actually contagious.

Just some things to keep in mind when you see the “recovery” numbers OSDH is releasing.

Here at Oklahoma Source, we are just doing our best to provide our readers with clear data in a consistent manner. Other than adding death information to our maps and graphs, we have kept our graphics consistent for easy comparison. We always link the state website for those who wish to pursue additional information.

[kukblue1]

Today's update:

Cases: 355
Hospitalizations: 33
Deaths: 2

hate to be a party pooper but it looks like 233 cases just for from OKC not good

[Pete]

Holt has a presser at 2PM today.

He's been emphasizing that OKC has not been trending up...

That has clearly changed so will be interesting to see what he says this afternoon.

[kukblue1]

Holt has a presser at 2PM today.

He's been emphasizing that OKC has not been trending up...

That has clearly changed so will be interesting to see what he says this afternoon.

152 cases yesterday 233 cases today and I think the is only for OKC and does not include the metro area. I'm sure he will pull out a 9 day map or something showing cases going down over the last 9 days. SmH

[Bill Robertson]

Holt is wearing a mask.

[kukblue1]

Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt puts new health restrictions in place for two weeks starting Friday morning.

- All restaurant and bar employees must wear masks
- Bar capacity lowered to 50%
- Venues with theatre-style seating will return to "staggered seating"

[Libbymin]

Sounds like Holt isn’t going to do an actual mandate though as he doesn’t think it would be enforceable.

[TheTravellers]

Absolute total complete idiots (verging on the criminal) - this is exactly why America is f***ed.

https://www.complex.com/life/2020/07...e-for-covid-19

[Ohwiseone]

I feel like this is a "wear a mask" mandate without it being an actual proclamation.


It is funny, since the increase in cases i feel like I have Seen WAY More masks being worn, myself included.

[chuck5815]

I feel like this is a "wear a mask" mandate without it being an actual proclamation.


It is funny, since the increase in cases i feel like I have Seen WAY More masks being worn, myself included.

Yeah, I've noticed that even Walmart People (granted, this was in Edmond) have been sporting masks at a much higher rate. I think folks -- even on the far right -- have accepted that the CV is serious AF and should be treated as such.

[Bill Robertson]

I feel like this is a "wear a mask" mandate without it being an actual proclamation.


It is funny, since the increase in cases i feel like I have Seen WAY More masks being worn, myself included.

I think you have seen that. I stopped at Homeland on the way home last night. And Lowe’s on the way to work this morning. At both there were probably twice the number of people wearing masks as a week ago. And Lowe’s / Home Depot have been the lowest percentage I’ve seen. I was pretty happy this morning to see more masks there.

[PoliSciGuy]

Yeah I just got done shopping at Crest at Santa Fe/164th and I'd say at least 70% of folks have masks. Oddly enough it's older men that seem to be the demographic least likely to wear them.

[Bill Robertson]

Yeah I just got done shopping at Crest at Santa Fe/164th and I'd say at least 70% of folks have masks. Oddly enough it's older men that seem to be the demographic least likely to wear them.

I have noticed that also. I wonder why. Older guy machismo?

[BDK]

I have noticed that also. I wonder why. Older guy machismo?

Are you guys serious? This is very clearly a partisan issue now. Just look at the political party demographics. There's your answer.

Sorry, had to log in for this one ...

[dankrutka]

Sounds like Holt isn’t going to do an actual mandate though as he doesn’t think it would be enforceable.

This is a dumb excuse. Requiring masks will result in more people wearing masks, better health outcomes, and help the economy. Of course, you have to be reasonable about enforcement. You don't have police rounding up non-mask wearers. Still, you absolutely should do it. Pretty big failure in leadership on his part.

Absolute total complete idiots (verging on the criminal) - this is exactly why America is f***ed.

https://www.complex.com/life/2020/07...e-for-covid-19

Attending indoor events with a COVID-19 diagnosis absolutely should be criminal.

[Ohwiseone]

FYI,
Apple announced they are closing the Stores in Tulsa and Penn Square Temporarily.

https://www.businessinsider.com/appl...s-spike-2020-7

[Bill Robertson]

Sounds like Holt isn’t going to do an actual mandate though as he doesn’t think it would be enforceable.

But he did pass the buck to business owners. Saying the city will back up any business that makes masks mandatory. Really?

[TheTravellers]

But he did pass the buck to business owners. Saying the city will back up any business that makes masks mandatory. Really?

Very disappointing, thought we had some leadership at the local level. We have none at any level now, it's all "personal responsibility" and "freedom", going to turn out just great....

It's stupid to say "masks are mandatory for restaurant and bar employees", and also say "but not for anybody else because we can't enforce it". How are they going to enforce restaurant and bar employees not wearing them, then?