Vermont: Covid-19: 1,647 cases; 58 deaths

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Source: https://www.healthvermont.gov/media/...virus-covid-19
Health Officials Announce Three New Presumptive Cases of New Coronavirus COVID-19


For Immediate Release: March 14, 2020
Health Officials Announce Three New Presumptive Cases of New Coronavirus COVID-19 BURLINGTON, VT – The Vermont Department of Health reported three new presumptive positive cases in Vermont of the new coronavirus COVID-19. To date, there are now four presumptive positive cases and one case that has been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The first is a Windsor County male in his 90’s. He is hospitalized at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in White River Junction, Vermont. The second is a Washington County male in his 50’s. He was initially treated at Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin, Vermont. He is currently in home isolation, following CVMC’s home care protocols. The third new presumptive positive case is also a male in his 50’s. He is a resident of Westchester County, New York and is receiving care at Springfield Hospital in Springfield, Vermont.
Vermont health officials have been in contact with our public health counterparts in New York and our other neighboring states to inform them of these cases.

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UVM, VLS, Champlain cancel classes on campus over coronavirus concerns: WED, MAR 11, 2020

The University of Vermont, Champlain College and Vermont Law School are switching to online classes to avoid the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

University of Vermont President Suresh Garimella described the move as “exercising an abundance of caution,” but said it was needed to protect the health and safety of the community.

https://vtdigger.org/2020/03/11/uvm-cancels-classes-on-campus-over-coronavirus-concerns/

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Vermont Announces Second 'Presumptive Positive' Coronavirus Case: WED, MAR 11, 2020

A Chittenden County man in his 70s has tested positive for COVID-19, Vermont health officials on Wednesday — the second case in the state.

https://www.sevendaysvt.com/OffMessa...ronavirus-case

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VERMONT ANNOUNCES FIRST PRESUMPTIVE CASE OF NEW CORONAVIRUS COVID-19


For Immediate Release: March 7, 2020

Media Contact:
Ben Truman │ Vermont Department of Health
802-951-5153 desk / 802-316-2117mobile
bennett.truman@vermont.gov

***MEDIA ADVISORY***

Vermont Announces First Presumptive Case of New Coronavirus COVID-19

BURLINGTON, VT – The Vermont Department of Health announced the state’s first case of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus. Officials are awaiting confirmation of the presumptive positive test result by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The adult patient is currently hospitalized and in an airborne infection isolation room. Health officials are investigating the person’s travel and possible exposure history and are conducting contact tracing for anyone who has been in close contact with the person. Those individuals will be assessed for their exposure risk and provided with guidance for their health, and recommendations for self-isolation or other restrictions.

“Our first thoughts are with this patient and for their recovery,” said Health Commissioner Mark Levine, MD. “While we had hoped the virus would not come to Vermont, we have been preparing for this eventuality. This new coronavirus can be serious and even deadly, but the state is mobilized to protect the health of Vermonters and we are prepared for the likelihood of more cases,” said Dr. Levine.

PRESS CONFERENCE SCHEDULED

Governor Phil Scott and state officials will hold a press conference at Vermont Emergency Management at 11:00 a.m. Sunday, March 8, 2020, to update Vermonters about the case and state preparedness and response efforts.

WHAT: Press conference to discuss the first presumptive case in Vermont of novel coronavirus COVID-19.

WHEN: Sunday, March 8, 2020; 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: Department of Public Safety / Vermont Emergency Management
45 State Drive; Waterbury, Vermont

WHO: Governor Phil Scott
Commissioner of Health Mark Levine, MD
Agency of Human Services Secretary Mike Smith
Deputy Commissioner of Public Safety Christopher Herrick

For the most up-to-date information and guidance about COID-19, including from the CDC, visit healthvermont.gov/covid19.