The county reported 204 new cases from Feb. 28-March 4, down from 343 reported the week of Feb. 21-27. An additional five coronavirus-related deaths were also reported in the county this week, three of which were residents of New Braunfels; one was a resident of Canyon Lake; and one was a Comal County child. A total of 532 coronavirus-related deaths of county residents have been reported.
County hospitals on March 4 reported caring for nine COVID-19 patients, down from 20 on Feb. 25.
Hospitals reported three of the patients were in intensive care, and three were on ventilators as of March 4. According to the county, 58% of the patients in county hospitals with COVID-19 are not fully vaccinated. For a list of testing sites and availability, visit the Department of State Health Services website or order up to four free at-home COVID-19 tests through the United States Postal Service.
As of March 4, 63.79% of Comal County residents are fully vaccinated, and 37,567 have received a booster dose.
In Guadalupe County, 57.33% of residents are fully vaccinated, and 32,939 have received a booster dose.
Those interested in being vaccinated can visit the state DSHS website or speak to their primary care provider for information and to schedule an appointment.
COVID-19 testing sites are available throughout the region, and many area pharmacies and health care providers offer vaccination appointments. Home testing kits are also available at some in-person and online retailers.
Residents can view a list of vaccine providers on the DSHS website.
