Hospitalizations at HaysMed down; no active inpatient cases reported

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported three new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.

<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>

As of Monday morning, HaysMed reported five COVID inpatients, all recovering cases.

Since reporting began, there have been 7,120 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

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 </figure><h2>Hospitalizations at HaysMed down; no active inpatient cases reported</h2>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported three new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>As of Monday morning, HaysMed reported five COVID inpatients, all recovering cases.Since reporting began, there have been 7,120 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

KDHE: Just three COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Friday

In the month of February, HaysMed reported a total of 52 COVID-19 inpatient admissions. Twenty-four of the 52 were Ellis County residents, and 29 of 52 were not fully vaccinated.

The average age of inpatients was 65, with 58 percent of those male patients and 42 percent female.

HaysMed reported seven coronavirus-related deaths in February, at an average age of 76.

“Fully Vaccinated” is someone who has received two doses of the mRNA vaccines or one shot of the J/J vaccine. Booster shots are not included in the definition.

In the month of February, HaysMed reported a total of 52 COVID-19 inpatient admissions. Twenty-four of the 52 were Ellis County residents, and 29 of 52 were not fully vaccinated.The average age of inpatients was 65, with 58 percent of those male patients and 42 percent female.HaysMed reported seven coronavirus-related deaths in February, at an average age of 76.“Fully Vaccinated” is someone who has received two doses of the mRNA vaccines or one shot of the J/J vaccine. Booster shots are not included in the definition.

HayMed announces February COVID-19 statistics

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported six new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.

As of Friday morning, HaysMed reported 11 COVID inpatients, including two active and nine recovering cases.

Since reporting began, there have been 7,117 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported six new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>As of Friday morning, HaysMed reported 11 COVID inpatients, including two active and nine recovering cases.Since reporting began, there have been 7,117 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
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KDHE: Six new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Wednesday

TOPEKA — The number of confirmed coronavirus cases* (see below) in Kansas increased by 513 to a total of 767,482, the state health department reported Friday afternoon.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The state reported 8 additional COVID-19 deaths for a total of 7983.

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<a href="https://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/160/COVID-19-in-Kansas">Click here&nbsp;</a>for additional virus numbers from the KDHE.

As of August 1, 2021, in accordance with an&nbsp;<a href="https://ndc.services.cdc.gov/conditions/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/" target="_blank">updated CDC/CSTE surveillance case definition</a>, a confirmed case is defined as a person who tested positive by molecular detection (e.g., PCR, NAA) or identification of SARS-CoV-2 through genetic sequencing. A probable case is defined as a person with: a) presumptive lab evidence (antigen) or b) no lab testing but meeting clinical case criteria and is epi-linked. A person will be counted as a new surveillance case (e.g. reinfection) if they test positive for SARS-CoV-2 by a diagnostic test (i.e., molecular, antigen) and it has been greater than 90 days since the previous positive diagnostic test. In addition, a person with sequencing results identifying different SARS-CoV-2 lineages regardless of the time since the previous specimen sequenced will be counted as a new surveillance case.&nbsp;

Cases occurring between&nbsp;September 1, 2020&nbsp;and July 29, 2021 were classified by&nbsp;<a href="https://ndc.services.cdc.gov/conditions/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/" target="_blank">previous CDC/CSTE case definition,&nbsp;</a>and cases prior to September 1, 2020 were classified by the&nbsp;<a href="https://ndc.services.cdc.gov/case-definitions/coronavirus-disease-2019-2020/" target="_blank">original case definition</a>.

TOPEKA — The number of confirmed coronavirus cases* (see below) in Kansas increased by 513 to a total of 767,482, the state health department reported Friday afternoon.&nbsp; &nbsp;The state reported 8 additional COVID-19 deaths for a total of 7983.<a href="https://www.kansasvaccine.gov/158/Data">Click here for Data</a> about the COVID-19 vaccine.<a href="https://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/160/COVID-19-in-Kansas">Click here&nbsp;</a>for additional virus numbers from the KDHE.As of August 1, 2021, in accordance with an&nbsp;<a href="https://ndc.services.cdc.gov/conditions/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/" target="_blank">updated CDC/CSTE surveillance case definition</a>, a confirmed case is defined as a person who tested positive by molecular detection (e.g., PCR, NAA) or identification of SARS-CoV-2 through genetic sequencing. A probable case is defined as a person with: a) presumptive lab evidence (antigen) or b) no lab testing but meeting clinical case criteria and is epi-linked. A person will be counted as a new surveillance case (e.g. reinfection) if they test positive for SARS-CoV-2 by a diagnostic test (i.e., molecular, antigen) and it has been greater than 90 days since the previous positive diagnostic test. In addition, a person with sequencing results identifying different SARS-CoV-2 lineages regardless of the time since the previous specimen sequenced will be counted as a new surveillance case.&nbsp;Cases occurring between&nbsp;September 1, 2020&nbsp;and July 29, 2021 were classified by&nbsp;<a href="https://ndc.services.cdc.gov/conditions/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/" target="_blank">previous CDC/CSTE case definition,&nbsp;</a>and cases prior to September 1, 2020 were classified by the&nbsp;<a href="https://ndc.services.cdc.gov/case-definitions/coronavirus-disease-2019-2020/" target="_blank">original case definition</a>.

KDHE: Latest COVID-19 numbers in Kansas

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported just one COVID-19 cluster in western Kansas as of Wednesday.&nbsp;

KDHE on Wednesday reported 239 active COVID clusters in the state, accounting for 7,081 cases, 84 hospitalizations and 70 deaths.&nbsp;

The only western Kansas cluster identified by KDHE was Wallace County Community Care Center in Sharon Springs with five cases.

A cluster is defined as a location that has five or more cases of COVID-19 with symptom onset in the last 14 days.&nbsp;

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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported just one COVID-19 cluster in western Kansas as of Wednesday.&nbsp;KDHE on Wednesday reported 239 active COVID clusters in the state, accounting for 7,081 cases, 84 hospitalizations and 70 deaths.&nbsp;The only western Kansas cluster identified by KDHE was Wallace County Community Care Center in Sharon Springs with five cases. A cluster is defined as a location that has five or more cases of COVID-19 with symptom onset in the last 14 days.&nbsp;

KDHE: Just one small COVID cluster reported in western Kansas

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported two new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.

As of Wednesday morning, HaysMed reported 13 COVID inpatients, including five active and eight recovering cases.

Since reporting began, there have been 7,111 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported two new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>As of Wednesday morning, HaysMed reported 13 COVID inpatients, including five active and eight recovering cases.Since reporting began, there have been 7,111 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
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KDHE: Four new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Monday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported two new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.

As of Monday morning, HaysMed reported 10 COVID inpatients, including one active and nine recovering cases.

The Kansas Hospital Organization reported on Feb. 23 that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;

Since reporting began, there have been 7,107 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1646073583412.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported two new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>As of Monday morning, HaysMed reported 10 COVID inpatients, including one active and nine recovering cases.The Kansas Hospital Organization reported on Feb. 23 that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;Since reporting began, there have been 7,107 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
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KDHE: Two new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Friday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported 10 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.

As of Wednesday morning, there were 12 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including six active cases and six recovering cases.&nbsp;

The Kansas Hospital Organization reported last week that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;

Since reporting began, there have been 7,105 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645830496723.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported 10 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.As of Wednesday morning, there were 12 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including six active cases and six recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported last week that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;Since reporting began, there have been 7,105 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645830559167.png" alt="Statewide COVID-19 curve" />
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KDHE: 10 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Wednesday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported 10 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.

As of Wednesday morning, there were 13 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including five active cases and eight recovering cases.&nbsp;

Since reporting began, there have been 7,095 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645639845711.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported 10 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.As of Wednesday morning, there were 13 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including five active cases and eight recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported last week that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;Since reporting began, there have been 7,095 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645639888704.png" alt="Statewide COVID-19 curve / KDHE" />
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KDHE: 10 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Monday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported seven new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.

KDHE also reported an additional coronavirus-related death of an Ellis County resident, raising the toll to 80.

As of Monday morning, there were 21 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including nine active cases and 12 recovering cases.&nbsp;

Since reporting began, there have been 7,085 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645467065542.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported seven new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.KDHE also reported an additional coronavirus-related death of an Ellis County resident, raising the toll to 80.As of Monday morning, there were 21 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including nine active cases and 12 recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported last week that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;Since reporting began, there have been 7,085 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 80 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
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KDHE: 7 COVID cases, additional death in Ellis Co. since Friday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported 22 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.

As of Friday morning, there were 18 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including nine active cases and nine recovering cases.&nbsp;

The Kansas Hospital Organization reported Wednesday that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;

Since reporting began, there have been 7,078 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645215288199.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported 22 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.As of Friday morning, there were 18 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including nine active cases and nine recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported Wednesday that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;Since reporting began, there have been 7,078 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645215685271.png" alt="Statewide COVID-19 curve" />
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KDHE: 22 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Wednesday

ELLIS —&nbsp;This week, the Ellis USD 388 Board of Education voted to suspend the district's COVID-19 mitigation plan, now treating COVID cases like other communicable diseases that routinely impact schools.

The plan has been in place since September 2021.

The COVID plan now in place is "basically identical" to the district's flu plan, according to Superintendent Corey Burton.

"This is exactly what we were doing pre-COVID, as far as influenza was concerned," he said.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/065b99ab-b335-4f0a-99a1-7e20e286a184">The move follows a similar measure made by the USD 489 Hays school district in late January.</a>

While the plan is now suspended, it will remain in place through the end of the year.

"The thought behind the suspension of it is, if we would ever see a big outbreak again, we can move to reinstate it," Burton said. "So it's not totally gone. I thought it'd be there for us as a backup."

Board member Latisha Haag brought the measure to vote, Cindy Hertel would offer a second, and the measure passed unanimously.

Despite the suspension of the plan, Burton told the board he would continue to update the board regularly on COVID cases in the district.

By JAMES BELL Hays PostELLIS —&nbsp;This week, the Ellis USD 388 Board of Education voted to suspend the district's COVID-19 mitigation plan, now treating COVID cases like other communicable diseases that routinely impact schools.The plan has been in place since September 2021.The COVID plan now in place is "basically identical" to the district's flu plan, according to Superintendent Corey Burton."This is exactly what we were doing pre-COVID, as far as influenza was concerned," he said.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/065b99ab-b335-4f0a-99a1-7e20e286a184">The move follows a similar measure made by the USD 489 Hays school district in late January.</a>While the plan is now suspended, it will remain in place through the end of the year."The thought behind the suspension of it is, if we would ever see a big outbreak again, we can move to reinstate it," Burton said. "So it's not totally gone. I thought it'd be there for us as a backup."Board member Latisha Haag brought the measure to vote, Cindy Hertel would offer a second, and the measure passed unanimously.Despite the suspension of the plan, Burton told the board he would continue to update the board regularly on COVID cases in the district.

Ellis USD 388 suspends COVID mitigation plan

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported 16 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.

As of Wednesday morning, there were 14 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including two active cases and 12 recovering cases.&nbsp;

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/480e57ce-8620-4269-aeec-c2b17d5f16c6">RELATED: HaysMed reports on January COVID numbers</a>

Since reporting began, there have been 7,056 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645036408762.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported 16 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.As of Wednesday morning, there were 14 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including two active cases and 12 recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/480e57ce-8620-4269-aeec-c2b17d5f16c6">RELATED: HaysMed reports on January COVID numbers</a><a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported last week that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;Since reporting began, there have been 7,056 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645036437252.png" alt="Statewide COVID-19 curve / KDHE" />
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KDHE: 16 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Monday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported just two COVID-19 cluster in the area as of Wednesday.&nbsp;

KDHE on Wednesday reported 341 active COVID clusters in the state, accounting for 9,000 cases, 96 hospitalizations and 86 deaths.&nbsp;

After two straight weeks of having the largest COVID cluster in the state, the Norton Correctional Facility was not listed on this week's cluster update.

Area clusters identified by KDHE were: • Larned State Hospital, 6 cases • Ascension Living Via Christi Village, Hays, 17 cases

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1645036653085.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported just two COVID-19 cluster in the area as of Wednesday.&nbsp;KDHE on Wednesday reported 341 active COVID clusters in the state, accounting for 9,000 cases, 96 hospitalizations and 86 deaths.&nbsp;After two straight weeks of having the largest COVID cluster in the state, the Norton Correctional Facility was not listed on this week's cluster update.Area clusters identified by KDHE were: • Larned State Hospital, 6 cases • Ascension Living Via Christi Village, Hays, 17 cases A cluster is defined as a location that has five or more cases of COVID-19 with symptom onset in the last 14 days.&nbsp;

KDHE: Just two area COVID clusters reported by state

There were 80 COVID-19 inpatient admissions at HaysMed in the month of January, the hospital reported.

The average age of inpatients was 59 — 53 percent male and 47 percent female.&nbsp;

There were eight COVID-related deaths at HaysMed in January, with an average age of 68.

Of the 80 admissions, 29 were Ellis County residents and 63 were unvaccinated.

There were 80 COVID-19 inpatient admissions at HaysMed in the month of January, the hospital reported.The average age of inpatients was 59 — 53 percent male and 47 percent female.&nbsp;There were eight COVID-related deaths at HaysMed in January, with an average age of 68.Of the 80 admissions, 29 were Ellis County residents and 63 were unvaccinated.

HaysMed reports January COVID-19 statistics

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported 51 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.

Due to server maintenance, KDHE did not update case counts on Friday.

As of Monday morning, there were 23 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including six active cases and 17 recovering cases.&nbsp;

Since reporting began, there have been 7,040 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1644861791764.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported 51 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.Due to server maintenance, KDHE did not update case counts on Friday.As of Monday morning, there were 23 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including six active cases and 17 recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/480e57ce-8620-4269-aeec-c2b17d5f16c6">RELATED: HaysMed reports on January COVID numbers</a><a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported Wednesday that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated.&nbsp;Since reporting began, there have been 7,040 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1644861813857.png" alt="Statewide COVID-19 curve" />
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KDHE: 51 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Wednesday

On Friday, the COVID-19 data dashboard will not be updated due to system maintenance, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment has announced. 

The next scheduled update is expected Monday.

On Friday, the COVID-19 data dashboard will not be updated due to system maintenance, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment has announced. The next scheduled update is expected Monday.

KDHE: No COVID case report Friday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported an outbreak of COVID-19 at the Norton Correctional Facility continues to be the largest active coronavirus cluster in the state, although numbers are falling.

KDHE on Wednesday reported 375 active COVID clusters in the state, accounting for 9,116 cases, 100 hospitalizations and 86 deaths.&nbsp;

There were 68 COVID cases reported at the Norton prison in the last 14 days, the first time in three weeks the cluster of cases has been in the double digits.

Other area clusters identified by KDHE were:

• Ellsworth Correctional Facility, 27 cases • Larned State Hospital, 30 cases • Ascension Living Via Christi Village, Hays, 10 cases

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1644430111159.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported an outbreak of COVID-19 at the Norton Correctional Facility continues to be the largest active coronavirus cluster in the state, although numbers are falling.KDHE on Wednesday reported 375 active COVID clusters in the state, accounting for 9,116 cases, 100 hospitalizations and 86 deaths.&nbsp;There were 68 COVID cases reported at the Norton prison in the last 14 days, the first time in three weeks the cluster of cases has been in the double digits.Other area clusters identified by KDHE were:• Ellsworth Correctional Facility, 27 cases • Larned State Hospital, 30 cases • Ascension Living Via Christi Village, Hays, 10 cases

Norton prison COVID cluster still state's largest; 3 other area clusters

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported 39 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.

As of Wednesday morning, there were 25 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including seven active cases and 18 recovering cases.&nbsp;

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/3619e873-913c-44d6-b0ba-b71a3e8dfced">RELATED: Norton prison COVID cluster still the state's largest</a>

The Kansas Hospital Organization reported Wednesday that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published by KDHE.

Since reporting began, there have been 6,989 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1644429886933.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported 39 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.As of Wednesday morning, there were 25 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including seven active cases and 18 recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/3619e873-913c-44d6-b0ba-b71a3e8dfced">RELATED: Norton prison COVID cluster still the state's largest</a><a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported Wednesday that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published by KDHE.Since reporting began, there have been 6,989 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
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KDHE: 39 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Monday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported 32 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.

As of Monday morning, there were 29 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including nine active cases and 20 recovering cases.&nbsp;

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/105f1213-d48a-4548-9e16-aaa16189301a">RELATED: Norton prison COVID cluster remains largest in Kansas</a>

The Kansas Hospital Organization reported last weekthat 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published by KDHE.

Since reporting began, there have been 6,950 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1644256851955.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported 32 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.As of Monday morning, there were 29 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including nine active cases and 20 recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/105f1213-d48a-4548-9e16-aaa16189301a">RELATED: Norton prison COVID cluster remains largest in Kansas</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported last weekthat 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published by KDHE.Since reporting began, there have been 6,950 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
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KDHE: 32 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Friday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported 52 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.

As of Friday morning, there were 31 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including 10 active cases and 21 recovering cases.&nbsp;

The Kansas Hospital Organization reported that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published by KDHE.

Since reporting began, there have been 6,918 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1643999522147.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Friday reported 52 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Wednesday.As of Friday morning, there were 31 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including 10 active cases and 21 recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/105f1213-d48a-4548-9e16-aaa16189301a">RELATED: Norton prison COVID cluster remains largest in Kansas</a>The Kansas Hospital Organization reported that 54 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (5 and older) are fully vaccinated. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published by KDHE.Since reporting began, there have been 6,918 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
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KDHE: 52 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Wednesday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported an outbreak of COVID-19 at the Norton Correctional Facility continues to be the largest active coronavirus cluster in the state.&nbsp;

KDHE on Wednesday reported 387 active COVID clusters in the state, accounting for 8,454 cases, 93 hospitalizations and 74 deaths.&nbsp;

There were 211 COVID cases reported at the Norton prison in the last 14 days.

Other northwest Kansas clusters identified by KDHE were:

• Stockton Correctional Facility, 54 cases • Larned State Hospital, 22 cases • Russell Regional Hospital, 5 cases • Ascension Living Via Christi Village, Hays, 6 cases • Homestead Assisted Living of Russell, 5 cases

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 </figure>Hays PostThe Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported an outbreak of COVID-19 at the Norton Correctional Facility continues to be the largest active coronavirus cluster in the state.&nbsp;KDHE on Wednesday reported 387 active COVID clusters in the state, accounting for 8,454 cases, 93 hospitalizations and 74 deaths.&nbsp;There were 211 COVID cases reported at the Norton prison in the last 14 days.Other northwest Kansas clusters identified by KDHE were:• Stockton Correctional Facility, 54 cases • Larned State Hospital, 22 cases • Russell Regional Hospital, 5 cases • Ascension Living Via Christi Village, Hays, 6 cases • Homestead Assisted Living of Russell, 5 casesA cluster is defined as a location that has five or more cases of COVID-19 with symptom onset in the last 14 days.&nbsp;

Norton prison COVID cluster the state's largest; 5 others in NW Kan.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported 61 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.

As of Wednesday morning, there were 27 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including 12 active cases and 15 recovering cases.&nbsp;

The KDHE reported on Friday that 51 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (age 5 and older) are fully vaccinated, noting the vaccination rate for the eligible Kansas population (5 and older) is approximately 63 percent. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published, the KDHE announced Monday.

Since reporting began, there have been 6,866 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1643825762578.png" alt="KDHE" />
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 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Wednesday reported 61 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Monday.As of Wednesday morning, there were 27 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including 12 active cases and 15 recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/105f1213-d48a-4548-9e16-aaa16189301a">RELATED: Norton prison COVID cluster remains largest in Kansas</a>The KDHE reported on Friday that 51 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (age 5 and older) are fully vaccinated, noting the vaccination rate for the eligible Kansas population (5 and older) is approximately 63 percent. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published, the KDHE announced Monday.Since reporting began, there have been 6,866 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/2/1643825787994.png" alt="Statewide COVID-19 curve / KDHE" />
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KDHE: 61 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Monday

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported 86 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.

There were 1,631 new coronavirus cases reported in Ellis County in January.&nbsp;

As of Monday morning, there were 27 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including 11 active cases and 16 recovering cases.&nbsp;

Since reporting began, there have been 6,805 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/1/1643651870254.png" alt="KDHE" />
 <figcaption>KDHE</figcaption>
 </figure>The Kansas Department of Health and Environment on Monday reported 86 new COVID-19 cases in Ellis County had been identified since Friday.There were 1,631 new coronavirus cases reported in Ellis County in January.&nbsp;As of Monday morning, there were 27 COVID-19 inpatients at HaysMed, including 11 active cases and 16 recovering cases.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ellisco.net/97/Health">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;for information on how to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/75f061b1-d7f1-4dba-ad9d-36bcbccc8ee8">RELATED: Drive-through testing site returns to Big Creek Crossing</a>The KDHE reported on Friday that 51 percent of eligible Ellis County residents (age 5 and older) are fully vaccinated, noting the vaccination rate for the eligible Kansas population (5 and older) is approximately 63 percent. The county-by-county vaccination rate report will no longer be published, the KDHE announced Monday.Since reporting began, there have been 6,805 cases of COVID-19 identified in Ellis County, including 79 coronavirus-related deaths.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/1/1643652003646.png" alt="Statewide COVID-19 curve / KDHE" />
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KDHE: 86 new COVID cases in Ellis Co. since Friday

Hays USD 489 announced in a message to parents and guardians Friday afternoon that it will suspend its district-wide requirement for masks for students and staff.

Masks will continue to be required for individuals returning from isolation due to a positive COVID case.

District mitigation levels will be suspended beginning Monday as a result of guidance from the Kansas Department of Education, Department of Health and local health officials.

Close contacts will no longer be identified.

All individuals should monitor for symptoms and stay home if not feeling well.

See the updated guidelines for COVID in USD 489 below.

Hays Post Hays USD 489 announced in a message to parents and guardians Friday afternoon that it will suspend its district-wide requirement for masks for students and staff.Masks will continue to be required for individuals returning from isolation due to a positive COVID case.District mitigation levels will be suspended beginning Monday as a result of guidance from the Kansas Department of Education, Department of Health and local health officials.Close contacts will no longer be identified.All individuals should monitor for symptoms and stay home if not feeling well.See the updated guidelines for COVID in USD 489 below. <figure>
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