COVID-19 pandemic in Arkansas

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COVID-19 pandemic in Arkansas refers to the ongoing viral pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a novel infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), in the U.S. state of Arkansas.

Background[edit | edit source]

The COVID-19 pandemic was confirmed to have reached the U.S. state of Arkansas in March 2020. The first case was confirmed in Pine Bluff on March 11, 2020. The Arkansas Department of Health has been actively involved in the response and management of the pandemic in the state.

Timeline[edit | edit source]

2020[edit | edit source]

The first case of COVID-19 in the state was announced on March 11, 2020. By the end of March, the number of confirmed cases in the state had risen to over 500. The first death due to the virus in the state was reported on March 24, 2020.

2021[edit | edit source]

In 2021, the state continued to grapple with the pandemic. The COVID-19 vaccination rollout began in the state in December 2020, and continued throughout 2021.

Impact[edit | edit source]

The pandemic has had a significant impact on various aspects of life in Arkansas, including the economy, education, and healthcare sectors.

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