The Hays County Local Health Department reports four new lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 90 recoveries March 30, bringing the total number of cases in the county to 17,125, total active cases to 368 and recoveries to 16,521. The county reports the total active cases in the past 21 days is 552.

San Marcos, Kyle and Buda have 147, 118 and 52 active cases, respectively.

According to Epidemiologist Eric Schneider, the total number of received negative tests in the county is now 142,897. The total number of hospitalizations is 788 and total current hospitalizations is eight after one person was hospitalized and zero were discharged. The total number of fatalities in the county is 236. 

The University Star will continue to provide COVID-19 updates as any additional information is released.

Individuals concerned about possible exposure to COVID-19 are encouraged to contact their healthcare provider or the Hays County Local Health Department at 512.393.5520. For additional information about COVID-19, visit the Texas Department of State Health Services or the Centers for Disease Control website.
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