The Latest: Arizona's largest hospital chain above capacity The top doctor for Arizona’s largest hospital chain said Wednesday that three Banner Health hospitals are operating above capacity as the state confronts a surge in coronavirus casesPHOENIX — The top doctor for Arizona's largest hospital chain said Wednesday that three Banner Health hospitals are operating above capacity as the state confronts a surge in coronavirus cases. On Wednesday, Arizona reported 6,058 new COVID-19 cases, the seventh straight day where the number was above 5,000. ———DENVER — Colorado has started vaccinating correctional workers as the state sees a surge of coronavirus cases in its prisons. COVID-19 cases have been declining in New Mexico, but the economic fallout from the pandemic continues. The state reported 6,058 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases and 54 deaths, increasing the state’s totals to 473,273 cases and 8,179 deaths.

Source: ABC News December 23, 2020 07:22 UTC