Twelve COVID-19 cases confirmed in Joplin, number hospitalized down

The number of COVID-19 patients in Joplin hospitals continues to fall, with 38 reported Monday, according to the Joplin Health Department website.

Only four of the patients are Joplin residents.

The department confirmed 12 coronavirus cases Monday, bringing the total to date to 8,499, including 46 active cases.

The city has recorded  171 deaths due to COVID-19.