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COVID-19 Latest: Maryland reports 702 new cases, 7 deaths in 24 hours

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Published November 16, 2021 at 11:11 AM EST

On Tuesday, Maryland health officials reported 702 new coronavirus cases have been since Monday morning.

According to the state's COVID-19 dashboard, seven more virus-related deaths have also been recorded.

Currently, 508 people are hospitalized due to complications from the virus. An increase of 16 patients in the last 24 hours.

The state's positivity rate is 3.38%.

Last week, Governor Larry Hogan announced that 99% of seniors have been vaccinated and the state surpassed 50,000 vaccinations for 5-11 year-olds.

Maryland has now vaccinated 99% of seniors and surpassed 50,000 vaccinations for 5- to 11-year-olds. From our oldest to youngest eligible, we continue to lead one of the most successful vaccination campaigns in the country.

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— Governor Larry Hogan (@GovLarryHogan) November 13, 2021