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True: Arkansas has reported at least 2,276 confirmed coronavirus cases and 42 deaths.

By: Annie Priya

May 12 2020

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True: Arkansas has reported at least 2,276 confirmed coronavirus cases and 42 deaths.

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In a press briefing the Governor of Arkansas, Asa Hutchinson stated that a total of 42 deaths and 2,276 confirmed cases were recorded in Arkansas.

In a press briefing the Governor of Arkansas, Asa Hutchinson stated that a total of 42 deaths and 2,276 confirmed cases were recorded in Arkansas.The Governor of Arkansas said that on 22 April 2020, 2,276 positive cases of COVID-19 were recorded in the state. On 23 April, 162 extra cases were reported which added to the total of 2,438 and the death count went up to 42 to 45. The COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to a lot of potentially dangerous misinformation. For reliable advice on COVID-19 including symptoms, prevention and available treatment, please refer to the World Health Organisation or your national healthcare authority.

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