Eight New COVID-19 Related Deaths Reported in NH, New Drug Being Tested

Eight new COVID-19 related deaths were reported in New Hampshire on Wednesday, states WMUR.

According to health officials, seven of the eight deaths came from those staying in long-term care facilities. 63 new COVID-19 positive tests were also announced.

At the press conference, Health Commissioner Lori Shibinette reported that NH has received 400 vials of the anti-viral drug remdesivir, which has been distributed to 13 NH hospitals. The drug is being tested to see whether it can be effective in defeating COVID-19. Some studies have shown that patients may recover faster after receiving the drug. Hospitals have been given the authorization to use in emergency situations to administer to those in an in-patient setting.

To date, 3,299 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in NH.