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We’ll update this story each day with the latest statistics about the coronavirus from the Florida Department of Health.

The Florida Department of Health reported 819 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 Monday, increasing the state’s total to 36,897.

The state also verified 20 new deaths, bringing the state’s total to 1,399 as of Monday.

Here’s a breakdown of the latest numbers in Florida:

Overview

  • Total cases: 36,897
  • Deaths: 1,399
  • Hospitalizations: 6,119

Testing

  • Total tests: 444,814
  • Positive: 36,897
  • Negative: 407,373
  • Inconclusive: 544
  • Awaiting testing: 1,181
  • % positive: 8.3%

Deaths in long-term care facilities

 Total: 497

Top 5 cities with confirmed cases

  • Miami: 8.166
  • Hialeah: 1,612
  • Hollywood: 1,301
  • Fort Lauderdale: 1,272
  • Orlando: 1,049

View the Florida Department of Health COVID-19 dashboard here.

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