COVID-19 Outbreaks in PA by Location: LTCF, Group Homes Contributed to 54% of Outbreaks. 5 Outbreaks at Bars, 2 at Retailers, 17 at Gyms, 47 at Churches from 1/1/20-12/18/20
COVID-19 mitigation efforts in Pennsylvania have included closing bars, fitness centers, barbershops, dental services, and banning dine-in service at restaurants.
Below is the data accumulated by the PA Department of Health involving COVID-19 outbreaks. Outbreaks involve multiple cases linked to a specific setting. Not all cases are linked to outbreaks.
In 2020, only 5 COVID-19 cases have been traced to bars, while 2,093 have been traced to long term care facilities ( LTCF).
