COVID-19 Update: June 4, 2021

Idaho hit another grim milestone Friday, surpassing 2,100 deaths due to COVID-19-related causes. As reported on Thursday, 6 of the deaths were people between the ages of 18 and 29, 11 deaths were people in their 30s, and 37 deaths were people in their 40s. The statewide coronavirus test positivity rate increased mildly this week, but continued to hover around 5 percent. Kootenai, Canyon and Ada counties continue to be listed as hotspots, reporting the most new coronavirus infections. As of Friday, about 600,070 Idahoans have been fully vaccinated and another 80,749 people had their first of two doses. Vaccination rates continue to vary widely by county, with 71% of Blaine County residents ages 12 years and older fully vaccinated but just 26% of Idaho County residents. Because of increasing hospitalizations nationwide, the CDC is stressing the need for 12-15 year olds to get vaccinated. The state continues to fall behind in vaccine use, as Idaho has administered 77.2% of its supply, while the national average is 80.8%. For coverage throughout the week, make sure to follow Idaho Reports on Facebook and Twitter.