For several days in a row, there were more than 1,000 tests given daily for Covid-19. And on Wednesday, no people were hospitalized with confirmed cases of the virus.
Vermont hits two major Covid-19 benchmarks
Author: Erin Petenko
As Vermont’s cases slow, officials worry about neighbors
Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York and Quebec continue to see new cases at much higher rates than Vermont.
Is Vermont ready to reopen? Yes and no.
VTDigger analyzes six reopening criteria developed by experts.
Vermonters support, and follow, Covid-19 shutdown measures, research finds
New data shows that Vermonters are following social distancing guidelines. And a poll found that most people support the state’s response.
Latest state model shows Vermont can reopen without surge in cases
Under the scenario, 50% of the workforce could return to their workplaces. The state also reported three new cases of Covid-19.
Many Vermonters interested in telecommuting after Covid-19 crisis, survey finds
Avoiding a commute and mental health were among reasons people favored remote work, but many said they’d need more support to make it a permanent option.
Vermont releases data on recovered Covid-19 patients
The state reports 706 patients are estimated to have recovered from the virus. One new case was reported Wednesday.
State mortality data may shed light on Covid-19’s toll
Preliminary data show there were a higher-than-average number of deaths in Vermont in March. Researchers say it’s too early to know whether the fatalities are related to the coronavirus.
Vermont is past its peak, state says, as it releases more detailed town data
The state’s new map indicates that 120 Vermont towns have at least one case of Covid-19.
Vermont reports zero new cases of Covid-19, as Scott unveils new testing strategy
The state is further expanding the eligibility for diagnostic testing at long-term care facilities, prisons and for the health care workforce.
Health Department releases limited town-by-town list of coronavirus cases
Burlington leads the state with 157 cases; 29 cities and towns have had six or more.
As new volunteers pour in, Vermont’s Medical Reserve Corps awaits marching orders
Hundreds of new medical volunteers have joined local units in response to Covid-19 needs.
Latest Covid-19 infection projections show ‘good’ news for Vermont
The demand for hospital resources related to the illness has likely peaked in the state, but officials continue to urge caution.
New state data released on age, health conditions of Covid-19 deaths
The average age of people who have died of the coronavirus is 80, and 45% were residents in long-term care facilities at the time of their death.