After over two years of public reporting, the State Profile Report will no longer be produced and distributed after February 2023. The final release was on February 23, 2023. We want to thank everyone who contributed to the design, production, and review of this report and we hope that it provided insight into the data trends throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Data about COVID-19 will continue to be updated at CDC’s COVID Data Tracker. The State Profile Report (SPR) is generated by the Data Strategy and Execution Workgroup in the Joint Coordination Cell, in collaboration with the White House. It is managed by an interagency team with representatives from multiple agencies and offices (including the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the HHS Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, and the Indian Health Service). The SPR provides easily interpretable information on key indicators for each state, down to the county level. It is a weekly snapshot in time that: Focuses on recent outcomes in the last seven days and changes relative to the month prior Provides additional contextual information at the county level for each state, and includes national level information Supports rapid visual interpretation of results with color thresholds

Detailed Description:ID: Unique index number for each data entry.state_fips: State FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) Code.state_name: State name.zip_code: ZIP code.cases: Number of cumulative cases of COVID-19 reported in the ZIP code.deaths: Number of cumulative deaths due to COVID-19 reported in the ZIP code.recovered: Number of cumulative recovered cases of COVID-19 reported in the ZIP code.date: Date of case report.total_popu: Number of population in the reported ZIP code.case_rate: Reported cases rate according to ZIP code (cases per population).death_rate: Reported death rate according to ZIP code (deaths per population).active_cas: Number of active cases reported by ZIP code.active_rate: Reported active case rate according to ZIP code (active cases per population).This dataset provides valuable insights and can be utilized in various ways:Localized Analysis: Researchers can analyze COVID-19 trends at the zip code level to identify hotspots, monitor transmission patterns, and assess the impact of interventions in specific communities.Resource Allocation: Healthcare providers and policymakers can use this data to allocate resources such as testing kits, medical supplies, and healthcare personnel based on the severity of the outbreak in different ZIP codes.Targeted Interventions: Public health officials can implement targeted interventions, such as localized lockdowns, contact tracing, and vaccination campaigns, to control transmission and mitigate the spread of the virus in highly affected areas.Community Engagement: By making this data accessible to the public, it facilitates community engagement, encourages adherence to preventive measures, and fosters collaboration between residents, local authorities, and healthcare organizations to combat COVID-19 effectively.

This dataset tracks the updates made on the dataset "COVID-19 State Profile Report - Oklahoma" as a repository for previous versions of the data and metadata.

This dataset utilized Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data and Oklahoma Department of Health data regarding CDC cases in the State of Oklahoma and within Tulsa County to create monthly aggregations and averages of COVID-19 infections in the state and Tulsa County. Average and summation figures were aggregated month-to-month and combined with University of Tulsa McFarlin Library data to determine patterns between county or state COVID-19 cases and McFarlin Library usage statistics for 2020 and 2021. The resulting file is in an Excel format.

Note:Due to restrictions within ArcGIS Pro, the data variable names in the dataset may be truncated. For a comprehensive understanding of the variables, please refer to the detailed description provided In the Excel file here. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1t2Mfnvyr3sZOAaAx5C0o9IbgM4BHzNmJ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100146291201047562152&rtpof=true&sd=trueThese variables provide insights into the distribution and administration of COVID-19 vaccines in Oklahoma, allowing for analysis of vaccination rates, coverage disparities, and the impact of vaccination efforts on different age groups within the state.

United States Excess Death excl COVID: Predicted: Single Excess Est: Oklahoma data was reported at 0.000 Number in 16 Sep 2023. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 Number for 09 Sep 2023. United States Excess Death excl COVID: Predicted: Single Excess Est: Oklahoma data is updated weekly, averaging 2.000 Number from Jan 2017 (Median) to 16 Sep 2023, with 350 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 166.000 Number in 17 Feb 2018 and a record low of 0.000 Number in 16 Sep 2023. United States Excess Death excl COVID: Predicted: Single Excess Est: Oklahoma data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.G012: Number of Excess Deaths: by States: All Causes excluding COVID-19: Predicted (Discontinued).

Note: Due to constraints in ArcGIS Pro, the data variables are truncated in the provided dataset. For a clear understanding of the variables, please refer to the excel table provided below : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1MdtiiOTUFrptmqFxWx3lR_o37Ju-lZi3/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100146291201047562152&rtpof=true&sd=true

United States COVID-19: Confirmed Cases: New: Oklahoma data was reported at 952.000 Person in 04 May 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.000 Person for 03 May 2023. United States COVID-19: Confirmed Cases: New: Oklahoma data is updated daily, averaging 142.000 Person from Mar 2020 (Median) to 04 May 2023, with 1155 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 27,754.000 Person in 17 Jan 2022 and a record low of 0.000 Person in 03 May 2023. United States COVID-19: Confirmed Cases: New: Oklahoma data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Oklahoma State Department of Health. The data is categorized under High Frequency Database’s Disease Outbreaks – Table US.D001: Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-2019).

Note: Reporting of new COVID-19 Case Surveillance data will be discontinued July 1, 2024, to align with the process of removing SARS-CoV-2 infections (COVID-19 cases) from the list of nationally notifiable diseases. Although these data will continue to be publicly available, the dataset will no longer be updated.

Authorizations to collect certain public health data expired at the end of the U.S. public health emergency declaration on May 11, 2023. The following jurisdictions discontinued COVID-19 case notifications to CDC: Iowa (11/8/21), Kansas (5/12/23), Kentucky (1/1/24), Louisiana (10/31/23), New Hampshire (5/23/23), and Oklahoma (5/2/23). Please note that these jurisdictions will not routinely send new case data after the dates indicated. As of 7/13/23, case notifications from Oregon will only include pediatric cases resulting in death.

This case surveillance public use dataset has 12 elements for all COVID-19 cases shared with CDC and includes demographics, any exposure history, disease severity indicators and outcomes, presence of any underlying medical conditions and risk behaviors, and no geographic data.

CDC has three COVID-19 case surveillance datasets:

• COVID-19 Case Surveillance Public Use Data with Geography: Public use, patient-level dataset with clinical data (including symptoms), demographics, and county and state of residence. (19 data elements)
• COVID-19 Case Surveillance Public Use Data: Public use, patient-level dataset with clinical and symptom data and demographics, with no geographic data. (12 data elements)
• COVID-19 Case Surveillance Restricted Access Detailed Data: Restricted access, patient-level dataset with clinical and symptom data, demographics, and state and county of residence. Access requires a registration process and a data use agreement. (33 data elements)

The following apply to all three datasets:

• Data elements can be found on the COVID-19 case report form located at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/pui-form.pdf.
• Data are considered provisional by CDC and are subject to change until the data are reconciled and verified with the state and territorial data providers.
• Some data cells are suppressed to protect individual privacy.
• The datasets will include all cases with the earliest date available in each record (date received by CDC or date related to illness/specimen collection) at least 14 days prior to the creation of the current datasets. This 14-day lag allows case reporting to be stabilized and ensures that time-dependent outcome data are accurately captured.
• Datasets are updated monthly.
• Datasets are created using CDC’s Policy on Public Health Research and Nonresearch Data Management and Access and include protections designed to protect individual privacy.
• For more information about data collection and reporting, please see https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-data/about-us-cases-deaths.html.
• For more information about the COVID-19 case surveillance data, please see https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-data/faq-surveillance.html
  

Overview

The COVID-19 case surveillance database includes individual-level data reported to U.S. states and aut

Note: Due to the large file size of the shapefile, the data has been uploaded as a feature layer containing only latitude and longitude information. The geometry data is not included in this upload. For a comprehensive understanding of the variables, please refer to the detailed description of excel table provided here, https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1S9QoW6M-_c1GpfLb0SpG89UOtChVmIqn/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100146291201047562152&rtpof=true&sd=true

United States Excess Deaths excl COVID: Predicted: No. of Deaths: Oklahoma data was reported at 641.000 Number in 16 Sep 2023. This records a decrease from the previous number of 757.000 Number for 09 Sep 2023. United States Excess Deaths excl COVID: Predicted: No. of Deaths: Oklahoma data is updated weekly, averaging 773.000 Number from Jan 2017 (Median) to 16 Sep 2023, with 350 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 992.000 Number in 17 Feb 2018 and a record low of 641.000 Number in 16 Sep 2023. United States Excess Deaths excl COVID: Predicted: No. of Deaths: Oklahoma data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.G012: Number of Excess Deaths: by States: All Causes excluding COVID-19: Predicted (Discontinued).

Field Name

Description

StateName

Name of the state (Oklahoma)

date

Date of the data point (YYYY-MM-DD)

covid-19_OK

The search interest in the term "COVID-19" in Oklahoma on the given date

sars-cov-2_OK

The search interest in the term "SARS-CoV-2" in Oklahoma on the given date

coronavirus_OK

The search interest in the term "coronavirus" in Oklahoma on the given date

Omicron_OK

The search interest in the term "Omicron" in Oklahoma on the given date

Delta_OK

The search interest in the term "Delta" in Oklahoma on the given date

Fever_OK

The search interest in the term "fever" in Oklahoma on the given date

fatigue_OK

The search interest in the term "fatigue" in Oklahoma on the given date

diarrhea_OK

The search interest in the term "diarrhea" in Oklahoma on the given date

pneumonia_OK

The search interest in the term "pneumonia" in Oklahoma on the given date

sore throat_OK

The search interest in the term "sore throat" in Oklahoma on the given date

loss of smell_OK

The search interest in the term "loss of smell" in Oklahoma on the given date

loss smell_OK

Another variation for tracking the search interest in "loss of smell" in Oklahoma on the given date

loss taste_OK

The search interest in the term "loss of taste" in Oklahoma on the given date

cough_OK

The search interest in the term "cough" in Oklahoma on the given date

nasal congestion_OK

The search interest in the term "nasal congestion" in Oklahoma on the given date

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United States Excess Deaths excl COVID: Predicted: Avg No. of Deaths: Oklahoma data was reported at 764.000 Number in 16 Sep 2023. This stayed constant from the previous number of 764.000 Number for 09 Sep 2023. United States Excess Deaths excl COVID: Predicted: Avg No. of Deaths: Oklahoma data is updated weekly, averaging 764.000 Number from Jan 2017 (Median) to 16 Sep 2023, with 350 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 858.000 Number in 11 Feb 2023 and a record low of 708.000 Number in 22 Jul 2017. United States Excess Deaths excl COVID: Predicted: Avg No. of Deaths: Oklahoma data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.G012: Number of Excess Deaths: by States: All Causes excluding COVID-19: Predicted (Discontinued).

A survey conducted between August and September 2024 found that around 30 percent of adults in the U.S. who previously had COVID-19 reported Long COVID symptoms three months or longer after being infected. By state, Oklahoma had the highest share of adults reporting long-lasting symptoms of COVID-19, with about 39 percent. This statistic shows the percentage of adults with Long COVID symptoms in the United States as of 2024, by state.

COVID-19 Weekly Cases and Deaths by Age, Race/Ethnicity, and Sex - ARCHIVED

  Description

Note: Authorizations to collect certain public health data expired at the end of the U.S. public health emergency declaration on May 11, 2023. The following jurisdictions discontinued COVID-19 case notifications to CDC: Iowa (11/8/21), Kansas (5/12/23), Louisiana (10/31/23), New Hampshire (5/23/23), and Oklahoma (5/2/23). Please note that these jurisdictions will not routinely send new… See the full description on the dataset page: https://huggingface.co/datasets/HHS-Official/covid-19-weekly-cases-and-deaths-by-age-raceethnic.

Effective September 27, 2023, this dataset will no longer be updated. Similar data are accessible from wonder.cdc.gov. Deaths involving COVID-19 reported to NCHS by time-period, HHS region, race and Hispanic origin, and age group. United States death counts include the 50 states, plus the District of Columbia and New York City. The ten (10) United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regions include the following jurisdictions. Region 1: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont; Region 2: New Jersey, New York, New York City, Puerto Rico; Region 3: Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia; Region 4: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee; Region 5: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin; Region 6: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas; Region 7: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska; Region 8: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming; Region 9: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada; Region 10: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington.

This file contains COVID-19 death counts and rates by month and year of death, jurisdiction of residence (U.S., HHS Region) and demographic characteristics (sex, age, race and Hispanic origin, and age/race and Hispanic origin). United States death counts and rates include the 50 states, plus the District of Columbia. Deaths with confirmed or presumed COVID-19, coded to ICD–10 code U07.1. Number of deaths reported in this file are the total number of COVID-19 deaths received and coded as of the date of analysis and may not represent all deaths that occurred in that period. Counts of deaths occurring before or after the reporting period are not included in the file. Data during recent periods are incomplete because of the lag in time between when the death occurred and when the death certificate is completed, submitted to NCHS and processed for reporting purposes. This delay can range from 1 week to 8 weeks or more, depending on the jurisdiction and cause of death. Death counts should not be compared across jurisdictions. Data timeliness varies by state. Some states report deaths on a daily basis, while other states report deaths weekly or monthly. The ten (10) United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regions include the following jurisdictions. Region 1: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont; Region 2: New Jersey, New York; Region 3: Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia; Region 4: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee; Region 5: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin; Region 6: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas; Region 7: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska; Region 8: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming; Region 9: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada; Region 10: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington. Rates were calculated using the population estimates for 2021, which are estimated as of July 1, 2021 based on the Blended Base produced by the US Census Bureau in lieu of the April 1, 2020 decennial population count. The Blended Base consists of the blend of Vintage 2020 postcensal population estimates, 2020 Demographic Analysis Estimates, and 2020 Census PL 94-171 Redistricting File (see https://www2.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/technical-documentation/methodology/2020-2021/methods-statement-v2021.pdf). Rate are based on deaths occurring in the specified week and are age-adjusted to the 2000 standard population using the direct method (see https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr70/nvsr70-08-508.pdf). These rates differ from annual age-adjusted rates, typically presented in NCHS publications based on a full year of data and annualized weekly age-adjusted rates which have been adjusted to allow comparison with annual rates. Annualization rates presents deaths per year per 100,000 population that would be expected in a year if the observed period specific (weekly) rate prevailed for a full year. Sub-national death counts between 1-9 are suppressed in accordance with NCHS data confidentiality standards. Rates based on death counts less than 20 are suppressed in accordance with NCHS standards of reliability as specified in NCHS Data Presentation Standards for Proportions (available from: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/series/sr_02/sr02_175.pdf.).

The dataset provides valuable insights into COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy at the county level in Oklahoma. It includes key variables such as the FIPS code and county name for identification purposes, along with estimates of hesitancy levels and social vulnerability index (SVI) categories. These indicators enable users to assess the prevalence of vaccine hesitancy and identify areas that may require targeted intervention and educational campaigns. Additionally, the CVAC level of concern for vaccination rollout offers insights into community readiness and helps tailor vaccination strategies accordingly. Furthermore, demographic variables such as ethnicity breakdowns allow for a nuanced understanding of vaccine uptake among different population groups, facilitating targeted outreach efforts to address disparities and improve overall vaccination coverage.Note: Due to constraints in ArcGIS Pro, the data variables are truncated in the provided dataset. For a clear understanding of the variables, please refer to the table provided below.Variable (CSV)Variable (Shapefile)DescriptionFIPS CodeFIPS CodeFederal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) code for identifying counties.County NameCounty NameName of the county.StateStateName of the state.Estimated hesitantEstimatedEstimated percentage of population hesitant or unsure about COVID-19 vaccination.Estimated hesitant or unsureEstimate_1Estimated percentage of population hesitant or unsure about COVID-19 vaccination.Estimated strongly hesitantEstimate_2Estimated percentage of population strongly hesitant about COVID-19 vaccination.Social Vulnerability Index (SVI)Social VulA measure of the resilience of communities when confronted by external stresses on human health.SVI categorySVI categoCategorization of Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) based on specific thresholds.CVAC level of concern for vaccination rolloutCVAC levelLevel of concern for COVID-19 vaccination rollout, as determined by the Community Vaccine Advisory Committee (CVAC).Percent adults fully vaccinated against COVID-19Percent adPercentage of adults fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of a specific date.Percent HispanicPercent HiPercentage of Hispanic population in the county.Percent non-Hispanic American Indian/Alaska NativeNon-HispanPercentage of non-Hispanic American Indian/Alaska Native population in the county.Percent non-Hispanic AsianNon-Hisp_1Percentage of non-Hispanic Asian population in the county.Percent non-Hispanic BlackNon-Hisp_2Percentage of non-Hispanic Black population in the county.Percent non-Hispanic Native Hawaiian/Pacific IslanderNon-Hisp_3Percentage of non-Hispanic Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander population in the county.Percent non-Hispanic WhiteNon-HispaPercentage of non-Hispanic White population in the county.

Note: Reporting of new COVID-19 Case Surveillance data will be discontinued July 1, 2024, to align with the process of removing SARS-CoV-2 infections (COVID-19 cases) from the list of nationally notifiable diseases. Although these data will continue to be publicly available, the dataset will no longer be updated.

Authorizations to collect certain public health data expired at the end of the U.S. public health emergency declaration on May 11, 2023. The following jurisdictions discontinued COVID-19 case notifications to CDC: Iowa (11/8/21), Kansas (5/12/23), Kentucky (1/1/24), Louisiana (10/31/23), New Hampshire (5/23/23), and Oklahoma (5/2/23). Please note that these jurisdictions will not routinely send new case data after the dates indicated. As of 7/13/23, case notifications from Oregon will only include pediatric cases resulting in death.

This case surveillance publicly available dataset has 33 elements for all COVID-19 cases shared with CDC and includes demographics, geography (county and state of residence), any exposure history, disease severity indicators and outcomes, and presence of any underlying medical conditions and risk behaviors. This dataset requires a registration process and a data use agreement.

CDC has three COVID-19 case surveillance datasets:

• COVID-19 Case Surveillance Public Use Data with Geography: Public use, patient-level dataset with clinical data (including symptoms), demographics, and county and state of residence. (19 data elements)
• COVID-19 Case Surveillance Public Use Data: Public use, patient-level dataset with clinical and symptom data and demographics, with no geographic data. (12 data elements)
• COVID-19 Case Surveillance Restricted Access Detailed Data: Restricted access, patient-level dataset with clinical and symptom data, demographics, and state and county of residence. Access requires a registration process and a data use agreement. (33 data elements)

Requesting Access to the COVID-19 Case Surveillance Restricted Access Detailed Data Please review the following documents to determine your interest in accessing the COVID-19 Case Surveillance Restricted Access Detailed Data file: 1) CDC COVID-19 Case Surveillance Restricted Access Detailed Data: Summary, Guidance, Limitations Information, and Restricted Access Data Use Agreement Information 2) Data Dictionary for the COVID-19 Case Surveillance Restricted Access Detailed Data The next step is to complete the Registration Information and Data Use Restrictions Agreement (RIDURA). Once complete, CDC will review your agreement. After access is granted, Ask SRRG (eocevent394@cdc.gov) will email you information about how to access the data through GitHub. If you have questions about obtaining access, email eocevent394@cdc.gov.

Overview

The COVID-19 case surveillance database includes individual-level data reported to U.S. states and autonomous reporting entities, including New York City and the District of Columbia (D.C.), as well as U.S. territories and affiliates. On April 5, 2020, COVID-19 was added to the Nationally Notifiable Condition List and classified as “immediately notifiable, urgent (within 24 hours)” by a Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) Interim Position Statement (Interim-20-ID-01). CSTE updated the position statement on August 5, 2020, to clarify the interpretation of antigen detection tests and serologic test results within the case classification (Interim-20-ID-02). The statement also recommended that all states and territories enact laws to make COVID-19 reportable in their jurisdiction, and that jurisdictions conducting surveillance should submit case notifications to CDC. COVID-19 case surveillance data are collected by jurisdictions and reported voluntarily to CDC.

COVID-19 case surveillance data are collected by jurisdictions and are shared voluntarily with CDC. For more information, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-data/about-us-cases-deaths.html.

The deidentified data in the restricted access dataset include demographic characteristics, state and county of residence, any exposure history, disease severity indicators and outcomes, clinical data, laboratory diagnostic test results, and comorbidities.

All data elements can be found on the COVID-19 case report form located at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/pui-form.pdf.

COVID-19 case reports have been routinely submitted using standardized case reporting forms.

On April 5, 2020, CSTE released an Interim Position Statement with national surveillance case definitions for COVID-19 included. Current versions of these case definitions are available here: https://ndc.services.cdc.gov/case-definitions/coronavirus-disease-2019-2021/.

CSTE updated the position statement on August 5, 2020, to clarify the interpretation of antigen detection tests and serologic test results within the case classification. All cases reported on or after were requested to be shared by public health departments to CDC using the standardized case definitions for lab-confirmed or probable cases.

On May 5, 2020, the standardized case reporting form was revised. Case reporting using this new form is ongoing among U.S. states and territories.

Data are Considered Provisional

• The COVID-19 case surveillance data are dynamic; case reports can be modified at any time by the jurisdictions sharing COVID-19 data with CDC. CDC may update prior cases shared with CDC based on any updated information from jurisdictions. For instance, as new information is gathered about previously reported cases, health departments provide updated data to CDC. As more information and data become available, analyses might find changes in surveillance data and trends during a previously reported time window. Data may also be shared late with CDC due to the volume of COVID-19 cases.
• Annual finalized data: To create the final NNDSS data used in the annual tables, CDC works carefully with the reporting jurisdictions to reconcile the data received during the year until each state or territorial epidemiologist confirms that the data from their area are correct.

Access Addressing Gaps in Public Health Reporting of Race and Ethnicity for COVID-19, a report from the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists, to better understand the challenges in completing race and ethnicity data for COVID-19 and recommendations for improvement.

Data Limitations

To learn more about the limitations in using case surveillance data, visit FAQ: COVID-19 Data and Surveillance.

Data Quality Assurance Procedures

CDC’s Case Surveillance Section routinely performs data quality assurance procedures (i.e., ongoing corrections and logic checks to address data errors). To date, the following data cleaning steps have been implemented:

• Questions that have been left unanswered (blank) on the case report form are reclassified to a Missing value, if applicable to the question. For example, in the question "Was the individual hospitalized?" where the possible answer choices include "Yes," "No," or "Unknown," the blank value is recoded to "Missing" because the case report form did not include a response to the question.
• Logic checks are performed for date data. If an illogical date has been provided, CDC reviews the data with the reporting jurisdiction. For example, if a symptom onset date in the future is reported to CDC, this value is set to null until the reporting jurisdiction updates the date appropriately.
• Additional data quality processing to recode free text data is ongoing. Data on symptoms, race, ethnicity, and healthcare worker status have been prioritized.

Data Suppression

To prevent release of data that could be used to identify people, data cells are suppressed for low frequency (<11 COVID-19 case records with a given values). Suppression includes low frequency combinations of case month, geographic characteristics (county and state of residence), and demographic characteristics (sex, age group, race, and ethnicity). Suppressed values are re-coded to the NA answer option; records with data suppression are never removed.

Additional COVID-19 Data

COVID-19 data are available to the public as summary or aggregate count files, including total counts of cases and deaths by state and by county. These and other COVID-19 data are available from multiple public locations: