(GDN) – New cases of the coronavirus continue decreasing in Wayne County.

According to Thursday’s figures from the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, 1,134 confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Wayne County over the past two weeks.  That’s approximately 1,100 fewer cases than this time last week. 

Wayne County has recorded 367 coronavirus-related deaths since the pandemic began.  That’s an additional 8 COVID deaths since this time last week.

Over 3,686 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19 across North Carolina. 

The COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots remain available through the Wayne County Health Department.  Visit WayneGov.com/vaccine to schedule a vaccination appointment.