PORTLAND (WGME) -- Two more Mainers have died, and 795 additional coronavirus cases were reported in the state on Friday.
The COVID-19 death toll in Maine stands at 1,332.
There have been 122,242 coronavirus cases reported in Maine as of Friday. The Maine CDC says 87,375 of those cases are confirmed and 34,867 are probable. On Thursday, the Maine CDC reported 121,447 total coronavirus cases.
The Maine CDC says 3,152 people have been hospitalized at some point during their illness.
According to the Maine CDC, 329 people are currently hospitalized, including 104 who are in critical care and 52 who are on a ventilator. There are currently 45 available critical care beds in the state.
As of Friday, there have been 2,135,646 COVID-19 total vaccinations administered. According to state data, 9002,175 first doses have been administered, 919,635 final doses have been administered and 313,836 booster doses have been administered.
COVID-19 vaccines are available at no charge at sites across the state. For information on getting a vaccine, click here or call the Community Vaccination Line at 1-888-445-4111.
Maine recorded its first case of COVID-19 on March 12, 2020. The first coronavirus-related death in the state was reported on March 27, 2020.
COVID-19 causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough, for most people. However, for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.
The Maine CDC stresses that if you have symptoms of coronavirus to call your doctor before showing up so that they can plan accordingly.
The Maine CDC and 211 Maine launched an option for Mainers to get answers to questions about COVID-19 at any time. This service is available by dialing 211 (or 1-866-811-5695), texting your ZIP code to 898-211, or emailing info@211maine.org.
The CDC is offering these steps to protect yourself:
- Get vaccinated if eligible
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Put distance between yourself and other people. This is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick.
- Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow.
- Throw used tissues in the trash.
- Face coverings in public are recommended if you are not fully vaccinated.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks. If surfaces are dirty, clean them: Use detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.
CLICK HERE for more information about coronavirus from the Maine CDC.