Mississippi hospitals overwhelmed by surge in COVID-19 cases
Last week, amidst the growing number of COVID-19 cases in Mississippi, Republican Governor Tate Reeves tweeted, “Please be extra cautious and mindful during this time. In the meantime, the best tool is the same: Wear a mask. Avoid crowds. Be smart. Protect loved ones.”
Despite admonishing the public on the surge in new infections that have seen intensive care units (ICUs) reach full capacity, Mississippi Today reported that Reeves is planning several Christmas parties at the governor’s mansion during the holiday season.
The governor’s executive order to curb the tide of COVID-19 infections issued last week restricts social gatherings to no more than 10 people indoors and no more than 50 people outdoors. While the order includes a mask mandate for all schools statewide, Reeves has resisted issuing a general statewide directive.
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