DHEC announced 1,537 new confirmed cases, no new probable cases of COVID-19, 38 additional confirmed deaths*, no new probable deaths.

This brings the total confirmed cases to 48,770, probable cases to 139, confirmed deaths to 876, and 8 probable deaths. https://www.scdhec.gov/news-releases/south-carolina-announces-latest-covid-19-update-july-8-2020

*Some deaths were delayed in being reported to DHEC since June 24. The agency is reiterating to facilities and providers across the state that all COVID-19-related deaths must be reported to DHEC by phone within 24 hours, in accordance with the SC List of Reportable Conditions.

The total number of individuals tested yesterday statewide was 7,323 (not including antibody tests) and the percent positive was 21.0%

Of 7,991 inpatient beds currently used, 1,404 are occupied by patients who have either tested positive or are under investigation for COVID-19.