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COVID-19 cases increase in Ohio: What you need to know

By Kelcey Norris Mahoning Matters
A registered nurse prepares a dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 6 months through 4 years old is seen, Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at Montefiore Medical Group in the Bronx borough of New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
A registered nurse prepares a dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 6 months through 4 years old is seen, Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at Montefiore Medical Group in the Bronx borough of New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) Mary Altaffer AP

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the rate of COVID-19 hospitalizations has increased by 16 percent in the last week in the U.S.

The rate of COVID-19 deaths has also increased since August by 10 percent.

COVID-19 cases on the rise in Ohio

Data from the Ohio Department of Health website reveals hospitalizations have also increased in the state since August.

“Consistent with national trends, Ohio has seen increases in COVID-19 cases recently, but it is important to note that these are increases from historically low levels. That is illustrated on the Ohio Department of Health’s COVID-19 dashboard,” the ODH released in a statement this week. “While we do not currently see evidence of a major surge in cases, we continue to closely monitor cases as well as the development of new variants globally.”

On Aug. 26, 240 patients were hospitalized after testing positive for COVID-19 in Ohio.

On Sept. 7, the number of hospitalizations for COVID-19 increased to 350 in Ohio.

Here’s the rest of the statement from ODH:

“Fortunately, though we also have seen some increase in hospitalizations, the rate of increase is lower than what we experienced during past waves of case increases. This lower rise in hospitalizations is an affirmation of the effectiveness of vaccination. The department continues to encourage all Ohioans to stay up to date with COVID vaccines. Vaccination, including a booster dose, offers the best protection against serious illness, and this is particularly important for those age 65 or over or those who are immunocompromised or have serious underlying health conditions.”

Here’s a county-by-county list of cases per 100,000 residents in the last two weeks in Ohio.

COVID-19 hospitalizations have increased in Ohio since August.
COVID-19 hospitalizations have increased in Ohio since August. Ohio Department of Health

COVID-19 in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties

The number of hospitalizations has increased slightly for the Mahoning Valley area. Still, it remains low, according to the Ohio Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data.

Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties are part of the fifth region on the ODH COVID-19 hospitalizations tracking website.

On Aug. 26, 34 patients tested positive for COVID-19 in the hospital in the region.

On Sept. 7, the number of hospitalizations for COVID-19 increased to 55 in the region.

Here’s a comprehensive look at weekly COVID-19 hospital admissions from 2020 through today in the U.S.

These increased rates are low, but as schools are back in session and indoor gatherings become more common, more cases could arise. As the weather cools down, the best strategy to prevent the spread of viruses is to get vaccinated.

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Staying up to date on COVID-19 vaccine

Even if you’ve had COVID-19 before, the CDC says you should still get an updated vaccine.

Visit the Mahoning County Public Health COVID-19 dashboard for more information on vaccines and the city of Youngstown’s COVID-19 update website.

You can call the Youngstown City Health District at 330-742-8221 with questions by phone or text or contact the Ohio Department of Health hotline at 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.

According to the Youngstown City Health District website, walk-in appointments for first doses of COVID-19 and flu vaccines are welcome.

Head to their offices from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at 9 West Front St. in Youngstown Monday through Friday.

Call 330-742-8221 to schedule an appointment otherwise.

Free parking is available behind the health district, or call MCVAG at 330-716-2684 or 330-716-2843 for a ride.

Warren residents can get their COVID-19 vaccines free this week at the Warren City Health District clinic.

Head to the walk-in clinic between 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. for a free COVID-19 clinic at 258 E. Market St. in Warren.

There’s no appointment necessary. For more information, call 330 841-2596.

Gavin McLawhorn, 12, of Wake Forest receives his first COVID-19 vaccine shot at WakeMed Raleigh Campus on May 13, 2021. New research from Iowa State University suggests that exercising after getting the COVID-19 vaccine could boost the body’s immune response.
Gavin McLawhorn, 12, of Wake Forest receives his first COVID-19 vaccine shot at WakeMed Raleigh Campus on May 13, 2021. New research from Iowa State University suggests that exercising after getting the COVID-19 vaccine could boost the body’s immune response. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
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This story was originally published September 12, 2023 at 4:00 AM.