The Hays County Local Health Department reports seven new lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 152 recoveries Sept. 9, bringing the total number of cases in the county to 28,442, total active cases to 1,129 and recoveries to 26,947. The county reports the total active cases in the past 21 days is 2,146

San Marcos, Kyle and Buda have 315, 375 and 175 active cases, respectively.

According to Epidemiologist Eric Schneider, the total number of received negative tests in the county is now 253,736. The total number of hospitalizations is 1,294 and total current hospitalizations is 38 after two people were hospitalized and four were discharged. The total number of fatalities in the county is 366.

The county reports 31 unvaccinated people and seven fully vaccinated people are hospitalized. 28 unvaccinated patients and two fully vaccinated patients are in the ICU. 

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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