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First Polio Case In US In Nearly A Decade Reported In NY First Polio Case In US In Nearly A Decade Reported In NY
First Polio Case In US In Nearly A Decade Reported In NY State health officials have confirmed a case of polio in New York, the first time the disease has been seen in the United States in nearly a decade. The case was confirmed in Rockland County, the New York State Department of Health announced Thursday, July 21. State and county health officials said they were advising medical practitioners and healthcare providers to be on the lookout for additional cases. Today NYSDOH notified NYers of a case of polio in Rockland County, identified through sequencing at Wadsworth, confirmed by @CDCgov. Working with @rockhealth & @nychealthy, we wil…

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COVID-19: Positive Infection Rate In CT Above 5 Percent; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County COVID-19: Positive Infection Rate In CT Above 5 Percent; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County
Covid-19: Positive Infection Rate In CT Above 5 Percent; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County The positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut has been above 5 percent for three straight days as the state saw more than 100 new patients hospitalized with the virus in the past week. With variants of the virus rapidly spreading across the Country, Connecticut conducted 20,343 COVID-19 tests on Tuesday, Nov. 30, which resulted in 1,093 confirmed positive cases of the virus to bring the daily infection rate to 5.37, down from nearly 6 percent the previous day. Twenty more COVID-19 patients were hospitalized, bringing the total being treated for the virus in Connecticut hospitals to 38…

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COVID-19: New Data Shows Rise In Deaths At CT Nursing Homes COVID-19: New Data Shows Rise In Deaths At CT Nursing Homes
Covid-19: New Data Shows Rise In Deaths At CT Nursing Homes With the number of new COVID-19 infections on the rise across Connecticut, the state has reported a fresh spike in the number of virus-related cases and deaths at area nursing homes, according to newly released data. In the past two weeks, there have been at least a dozen newly-confirmed COVID-19-related deaths in Connecticut, the largest number since the middle of the summer. In total, according to the Department of Health, there were 125 laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 among nursing home residents between Wednesday, Nov. 10 and Tuesday, Nov. 23. Sixty-seven staff members at Connec…

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COVID-19: Positivity Rate In CT Highest In Months, Lamont Says; Breakdown Of Cases By County COVID-19: Positivity Rate In CT Highest In Months, Lamont Says; Breakdown Of Cases By County
Covid-19: Positivity Rate In CT Highest In Months, Lamont Says; Breakdown Of Cases By County The positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut has ballooned to nearly 6 percent, the highest rate in months as the winter wave of new cases continues. In his latest update, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that the daily positive COVID-19 infection rate rose to 5.96 percent, the highest in 10 months, up from the 5.25 percent the previous day. In total, there were 15,224 COVID-19 tests administered on Monday, Nov. 29, resulting in 907 laboratory-confirmed cases of the virus for the elevated positive infection rate. Eleven more COVID-19 patients were hospitalized over the weekend, brin…

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COVID-19: CT Sees New Increase In Cases; Latest Breakdown By County, Community COVID-19: CT Sees New Increase In Cases; Latest Breakdown By County, Community
Covid-19: CT Sees New Increase In Cases; Latest Breakdown By County, Community Nearly three dozen new COVID-19 fatalities were reported in the past week in Connecticut as the number of cases continues to mount as the weather cools down and drives activities indoors. In the past week, Connecticut hospitals recorded 33 new virus-related deaths - up from less than two dozen a week prior - bringing the total up to 8,809 statewide, according to the latest update from the Department of Health. After spiking above 3 percent for two days earlier this week, the daily positive infection rate of those tested in Connecticut is down to 2.61 percent, with 458 new COVID-19 cases con…

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COVID-19: Hospitalizations Up, Infection Rate Down In CT; Latest Breakdown By County COVID-19: Hospitalizations Up, Infection Rate Down In CT; Latest Breakdown By County
Covid-19: Hospitalizations Up, Infection Rate Down In CT; Latest Breakdown By County Hundreds of unvaccinated patients in Connecticut are being treated for COVID-19 in state hospitals as the number of new cases continues to mount.  In the latest update from the state Department of Health, 22,894 COVID-19 tests were administered across the state on Thursday, Sept. 9, resulting in 625 new laboratory-confirmed cases of the virus for a 2.73 percent daily positive infection rate. Ten new COVID-19 patients were admitted to Connecticut hospitals, bringing the total to 364 - 263 of which (72.3 percent) were unvaccinated against the virus. In the latest update from the state, …

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COVID-19: CT Infection Rate Climbs Over 3.5 Percent; New Breakdown By County, Community COVID-19: CT Infection Rate Climbs Over 3.5 Percent; New Breakdown By County, Community
Covid-19: CT Infection Rate Climbs Over 3.5 Percent; New Breakdown By County, Community The positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut is back on the rise as the number of unvaccinated residents continues to clog up the state's hospitals.  In his latest COVID-19 update, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that there were 26,603 COVID-19 tests administered on Tuesday, Sept. 7, resulting in 935 laboratory-confirmed cases of the virus. The 3.51 percent daily positivity rate is up from 2.60 percent over the weekend. According to the Department of Health, there are now 364 COVID-19 patients being treated in Connecticut hospitals, with 274 (75.3 percent) being unvaccinated.&…

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COVID-19: Infection Rate Down, Hospitalizations Up In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County COVID-19: Infection Rate Down, Hospitalizations Up In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County
Covid-19: Infection Rate Down, Hospitalizations Up In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County The positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut was down slightly over the weekend, though a pair of new patients were hospitalized for treatment of the virus. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said on Monday, Aug. 30 that there were 43,879 COVID-19 tests administered over the weekend, resulting in 1,361 new laboratory-confirmed cases of the virus, according to the Department of Health. The two new hospitalizations bring the total being treated for COVID-19 in Connecticut hospitals up to 380 as of Aug. 30.  Officials noted that the Delta variant of COVID-19 continues to be the dominant …

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COVID-19: New NY Gov Reveals 12,000 More Virus Deaths Than Cuomo Reported COVID-19: New NY Gov Reveals 12,000 More Virus Deaths Than Cuomo Reported
Covid-19: New NY Gov Reveals 12,000 More Virus Deaths Than Cuomo Reported New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s new administration has acknowledged nearly 12,000 more COVID-19 deaths across the state that had not been counted by her predecessor during the pandemic. Hochul, who vowed to be transparent during her inaugural address to New Yorkers, included a count of 55,395 Covid deaths in New York — the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s tally — in a press release released this week. Related story - COVID-19: Info On Masks Among Students, Vaccines For School Personnel Outlined By Hochul The number includes deaths from the virus throughout New York, and is higher …

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COVID-19: CT Sees New Increases In Cases, Hospitalizations; Latest Breakdowns By Community COVID-19: CT Sees New Increases In Cases, Hospitalizations; Latest Breakdowns By Community
Covid-19: CT Sees New Increases In Cases, Hospitalizations; Latest Breakdowns By Community New COVID-19 patients were admitted to Connecticut hospitals as the positive infection rate across the state stayed above 3 percent through the weekend as the Delta variant surges through the country. The Department of Health reported 1,554 new COVID-19 cases between Friday, Aug. 20 and Monday, Aug. 23 out of 44,354 tests that were administered over the three days. The 3.50 percent positive infection rate ticked up slightly, from 3.13 in the previous data released by the state Department of Public Health. Twenty-three new COVID-19 patients were administered to Connecticut hospitals, bringi…

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COVID-19: CT Positivity Rate Stays Above 3 Percent; New Breakdown By County, Community COVID-19: CT Positivity Rate Stays Above 3 Percent; New Breakdown By County, Community
Covid-19: CT Positivity Rate Stays Above 3 Percent; New Breakdown By County, Community New COVID-19 patients were admitted to Connecticut hospitals as the positive infection rate across the state stayed above 3 percent as the Delta variant surges through the country. The Department of Health reported 13,755 new COVID-19 tests that were administered on Thursday, Aug. 19, resulting in 431 newly confirmed cases for a 3.13 percent positive infection rate. The previous day, the infection rate was at 3.37 percent after spiking to 4.25 percent earlier in the week. Two new COVID-19 patients are now being treated in Connecticut hospitals, bringing the total to 346 across the state. …

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COVID-19: No New Cases In CT Nursing Homes For First Time Since Pandemic's Start COVID-19: No New Cases In CT Nursing Homes For First Time Since Pandemic's Start
Covid-19: No New Cases In CT Nursing Homes For First Time Since Pandemic's Start For the first time since the pandemic began, Connecticut went an entire week without a single new COVID-19 case reported in state nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Gov. Ned Lamont announced the milestone on Thursday, July 1, as Connecticut continues attempting to vaccinate every resident living in the state’s nursing homes. Since July 21 last year, the Department of Health reported 18,591 total COVID-19 cases in nursing home residents and 8,777 virus-related deaths through Tuesday, June 29. “With our nursing home residents nearly entirely vaccinated, this is more proof that vac…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Details Emerge On Vaccine Brand Taken By Star Shortstop, Seven Other Infected Yankees COVID-19: Details Emerge On Vaccine Brand Taken By Star Shortstop, Seven Other Infected Yankees
Covid-19: Details Emerge On Vaccine Brand Taken By Star Shortstop, Seven Other Infected Yankees Despite being fully vaccinated for COVID-19, eight members of the New York Yankees still tested positive for the virus after receiving the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot. The eight are: starting shortstop Gleyber Torres, third base coach Phil Nevin, first base coach Reggie Willits, pitching coach Matt Blake, and four support staffers. Related story - COVID-19: Fully Vaccinated TV Host, Star Shortstop, Seven Other NY Yankees Test Positive According to the initial clinical trial results, the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine has proven to be 72 percent effective against COVID-1…

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COVID-19: New Data Released On Number Of Cases Among Fully Vaccinated CT Residents COVID-19: New Data Released On Number Of Cases Among Fully Vaccinated CT Residents
Covid-19: New Data Released On Number Of Cases Among Fully Vaccinated CT Residents New data released by the state Department of Health reveals the percentage of Connecticut residents who have become infected with COVID-19 despite being fully vaccinated. As Connecticut surpasses the 50-percent mark for residents ages 16 and over who are now fully vaccinated, the data on so-called breakthrough cases shows that the COVID vaccines are highly effective at fighting the virus.  Less than 0.1 percent of Connecticut’s fully vaccinated persons reported to DPH as having contracted the virus, the department said. Nationwide, in data released on Friday, April 30, of the nea…

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COVID-19: CT Reaches Vaccination Milestone; Here's The Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County COVID-19: CT Reaches Vaccination Milestone; Here's The Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County
Covid-19: CT Reaches Vaccination Milestone; Here's The Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County The Nutmeg State reached a momentous milestone over the weekend as it continues to roll out its COVID-19 vaccination program at among the fastest rates in the country. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced on Monday, May 3 that the state became the first in the nation to fully vaccinate more than half of its adults over the age of 18, with approximately 69 percent of adults receiving at least a first dose of the vaccine. A total of 1,912,581 first doses have been administered in Connecticut, with nearly 1.4 million completing the vaccination series. Lamont said that 3,192,560 total doses ha…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Lost Your Vaccine Card? Here's How To Replace It COVID-19: Lost Your Vaccine Card? Here's How To Replace It
Covid-19: Lost Your Vaccine Card? Here's How To Replace It For many, getting the COVID-19 vaccine has been like a sigh of relief amid a year of uncertainty. But what happens if your appointment to receive the second dose to complete the process comes and you’ve managed to lose your COVID-19 vaccination card? Officials have advised that even if one can’t track down their vaccination card on the date of their scheduled appointment for the second dose, they should still proceed as planned with their regular ID. Regardless of whether or not there is a physical COVID-19 vaccination card, the original shot will still be in the Immunization Registry, a…

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COVID-19: 13 New Deaths Reported In CT; Latest Case Breakdown By County, Community COVID-19: 13 New Deaths Reported In CT; Latest Case Breakdown By County, Community
Covid-19: 13 New Deaths Reported In CT; Latest Case Breakdown By County, Community More than a dozen new COVID-19-related deaths were reported in Connecticut over the weekend as the overall positive infection rate hovered around 3 percent after spiking last week. Between Friday, April 9, and Monday, April 12, there were 98,891 COVID-19 tests administered, resulting in a total of 2,985 laboratory-confirmed new infections for a 3.02 percent positive infection rate.  Over that stretch, an additional 13 new COVID-19 fatalities were reported as the death toll rose to 7,957 since the pandemic began last year. Seven more COVID-19 patients were discharged from Connecticut h…

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COVID-19: Here's Latest CT Infection Rate; Rundown Of Cases By County, Community COVID-19: Here's Latest CT Infection Rate; Rundown Of Cases By County, Community
Covid-19: Here's Latest CT Infection Rate; Rundown Of Cases By County, Community After seeing the positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut hit 5 percent earlier this week, the number has dropped back down to where it had been sitting most of last month. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that out of 27,019 COVID-19 tests administered statewide on Wednesday, April 7, a total of 1,038 came back as lab-confirmed positives for a 3.84 percent positivity rate, down from 5 percent the previous day. Nine new COVID-19 patients were admitted into Connecticut hospitals, bringing the total to 514 still being treated for the virus, while five new fatalities brought the death to…

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Warning Issued After Fox Attacks Family, Dog In Northern Westchester Warning Issued After Fox Attacks Family, Dog In Northern Westchester
Warning Issued After Fox Attacks Family, Dog In Northern Westchester A fox in Northern Westchester bit an area resident and a dog last week, according to officials. Lewisboro Town Supervisor Peter Parsons issued an alert cautioning that on Wednesday, March 31, a fox on the loose bit a person and dog in the Waccabuc area. Parsons said that he was alerted by the Department of Health of the fox attack, and it is unclear whether the fox is rabid. “These animals tend to bite if they are rabid or are protecting their pups,” he said. “(We) wanted to alert the community of this situation.” According to police, “as long as these animals seem to be co-existing peac…

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COVID-19: CT Ramps Up Vaccination Program; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County COVID-19: CT Ramps Up Vaccination Program; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County
Covid-19: CT Ramps Up Vaccination Program; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County Nearly 20 percent of adults in Connecticut have now received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine as Connecticut approaches two million shots administered. Out of 3.575 million Connecticut residents, 555,162 are partially vaccinated as of Friday, April 2, according to the Department of Health, while 743,564 are fully vaccinated. A total of 1,992,899 "needles have been put in arms" since the vaccination program began earlier this year. Connecticut remains in the top three most vaccinated states in the country by population. A breakdown of Connecticut residents who have received at leas…

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COVID-19: Vaccine Supply In CT May Exceed Demand By End Of April; Latest Breakdown Of Cases COVID-19: Vaccine Supply In CT May Exceed Demand By End Of April; Latest Breakdown Of Cases
Covid-19: Vaccine Supply In CT May Exceed Demand By End Of April; Latest Breakdown Of Cases Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont proclaimed that the state's supply of COVID-19 vaccines is likely to exceed demand by the end of the month as the state continues to "put shots in arms" at one of the quickest rates in the country. With eligibility to receive the vaccine opening up to anyone 16 and older, Lamont announced on Thursday, April 1 Connecticut remains in the top three most vaccinated states in the nation. As of April 1, there have been 1,250,457 first doses administered in Connecticut, while 733,931 residents are fully vaccinated. A total of 1,935,375 COVID-19 doses of the vaccine have…

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COVID-19: Positivity Rate Up In CT, 18 New Deaths Reported; Here's Latest Breakdown By County COVID-19: Positivity Rate Up In CT, 18 New Deaths Reported; Here's Latest Breakdown By County
Covid-19: Positivity Rate Up In CT, 18 New Deaths Reported; Here's Latest Breakdown By County The positive COVID-19 rate in Connecticut increased over the weekend, as the state saw nearly two dozen new virus-related deaths reported. There were 91,407 COVID-19 tests administered in Connecticut between Friday, March 26, and Sunday, March 28, resulting in 3,229 laboratory-confirmed cases for a 3.53 percent infection rate. Related story - COVID-19: CT First State In Nation To Utilize FEMA Mobile Vaccination Unit Forty-two new COVID-19 patients were admitted into Connecticut hospitals, leaving 498 still being treated, while 18 new fatalities brought the death toll to 7,883 statewide sin…

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COVID-19: Here's Brand-New CT Infection Rate; Latest Breakdown By County, Community COVID-19: Here's Brand-New CT Infection Rate; Latest Breakdown By County, Community
Covid-19: Here's Brand-New CT Infection Rate; Latest Breakdown By County, Community The COVID-19 numbers in Connecticut are largely trending in the right direction as the state saw its positive infection rate dip back below 3 percent. Gov. Ned Lamont said that there were 59,630 COVID-19 tests administered in Connecticut on Thursday, March 25, resulting in 1,699 confirmed cases for a 2.85 percent positivity rate, down nearly a full percent from the day before. According to the Department of Health, there were three newly confirmed virus-related deaths - down from four the previous day - as the total rose to 7,865. Twenty-two new COVID-19 patients were admitted into Connect…

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COVID-19: Connecticut Accelerating Age-Based Vaccination Rollout To New Group COVID-19: Connecticut Accelerating Age-Based Vaccination Rollout To New Group
Covid-19: Connecticut Accelerating Age-Based Vaccination Rollout To New Group Citing the speed at which vaccinations have been administered to Connecticut residents, the state will be accelerating its COVID-19 vaccine program to include anyone 16 or older. Gov. Ned Lamont announced on Thursday, March 25 that beginning on Thursday, April 1, the COVID-19 vaccine will be available to all Connecticut residents 16 and older. The original plan called for that age group to begin eligibility as of Monday, April 5. Connecticut has been among the quickest to roll out the vaccine, with 31.1 percent of the state’s population already having received a first dose, third behind on…

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COVID-19: Here Are Ways For CT Residents 45-And-Over To Book Vaccine Appointments COVID-19: Here Are Ways For CT Residents 45-And-Over To Book Vaccine Appointments
Covid-19: Here Are Ways For CT Residents 45-And-Over To Book Vaccine Appointments Approximately 400,000 more Connecticut residents are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine as the state continues ramping up its vaccination program at one of the quickest rates in the country. As of Friday, March 19, all Connecticut residents 45 and older can book an appointment to receive the vaccine, joining healthcare workers, nursing home residents and employees, educators, and first responders. To help expedite the process of scheduling an appointment, eligible Connecticut residents can do so online or through the state's telephone hotline. Once the first appointment is made, a…

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COVID-19: CT Positivity Rate Back Near 3 Percent; Latest Breakdown By County COVID-19: CT Positivity Rate Back Near 3 Percent; Latest Breakdown By County
Covid-19: CT Positivity Rate Back Near 3 Percent; Latest Breakdown By County After seeing a sharp spike in positive COVID-19 infection rates earlier in the week in Connecticut, the numbers are trending back in the right direction as it dipped below 3 percent.Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that there were 41,904 COVID-19 tests administered across the state on Wednesday, March 17, resulting in 1,156 confirmed infections. The 2.76 positivity rate is down significantly from earlier in the week, when it sat at approximately 5 percent. Fifteen new COVID-19-related deaths brought the total to 7,822 since the pandemic began more than a year ago. Lamont said that 18 more …

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COVID-19: New Group Of Adults In CT Now Eligible To Receive Vaccine COVID-19: New Group Of Adults In CT Now Eligible To Receive Vaccine
Covid-19: New Group Of Adults In CT Now Eligible To Receive Vaccine A new age group in Connecticut is now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. As of 8 a.m. on Friday, March 19, Connecticut residents between the ages of 45 and 54 will join the older age groups in becoming eligible to sign up to get their first shot. The last group, anyone 16 and older, will be eligible for the vaccine as of Monday, April 5. This newest eligible group comes as Connecticut plans to fully open up the state with no capacity limits at gyms, restaurants, and other venues. Connecticut continues to be among the states rolling out the vaccine most quickly, with nearly 1.5 mill…

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COVID-19: First Death From UK 'Super Spreader' Strain Confirmed In Connecticut COVID-19: First Death From UK 'Super Spreader' Strain Confirmed In Connecticut
Covid-19: First Death From UK 'Super Spreader' Strain Confirmed In Connecticut Health officials in Connecticut have confirmed the first reported death from the so-called "super spreader" COVID-19 variant that came out of the United Kingdom. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont’s office reported on Monday, March 8 the Department of Health has now seen a total of 81 confirmed cases of the B.1.1.7 variant, more commonly known as the UK strain. The latest data comes as 15 new cases of the variant were confirmed in Connecticut. The 15 individuals are residents of the following towns: Waterbury (3); East Canaan (2); Beacon Falls (1); Bridgeport (1); Hamden (1); Middletown (1); N…

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COVID-19: 29 New Deaths Reported In CT Over Weekend; Here's New Breakdown By County, Community COVID-19: 29 New Deaths Reported In CT Over Weekend; Here's New Breakdown By County, Community
Covid-19: 29 New Deaths Reported In CT Over Weekend; Here's New Breakdown By County, Community The positive COVID-19 infection rate is still hovering near 2 percent as the state saw less than 2,750 newly confirmed cases over the weekend following a small spike in new cases last week. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that there were 114,157 COVID-19 tests administered across the state over the weekend, resulting in 2,680 new cases for a 2.35 percent positivity rate, up slightly, but still one of the lowest numbers recorded since mid-November. Thirty-four more COVID-19 patients were discharged from Connecticut hospitals, leaving 417 still being treated. The 29 new virus-related deaths …

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COVID-19: CT Sees Increase In Hospitalizations, 16 New Deaths; Latest Rundown Of Cases COVID-19: CT Sees Increase In Hospitalizations, 16 New Deaths; Latest Rundown Of Cases
Covid-19: CT Sees Increase In Hospitalizations, 16 New Deaths; Latest Rundown Of Cases Connecticut saw a slight uptick in COVID-19 cases as the positive infection rate approaches 4 percent according to the latest data released by the Department of Health. Gov. Ned Lamont said that on Tuesday, Feb. 8, 22,602 COVID tests were administered in Connecticut, resulting in 869 positive cases. The 3.84 percent infection rate is up from approximately 3 percent last week. Last month, the state was contending with an infection rate topping 10 percent following the holiday season. There have now been 264,608 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Connecticut out of more than six million tested stat…

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COVID-19: CT Positivity Rate Dips Near 3 Percent; Latest Breakdown By Community, County COVID-19: CT Positivity Rate Dips Near 3 Percent; Latest Breakdown By Community, County
Covid-19: CT Positivity Rate Dips Near 3 Percent; Latest Breakdown By Community, County Connecticut continues to see a drop in the overall COVID-19 positive infection rate statewide as it fell to nearly 3 percent in the latest data released by the Department of Health. Gov. Ned Lamont said that on Thursday, Feb. 4, 47,026 COVID tests were administered in Connecticut, resulting in 1,431 positive cases. The 3.04 percent infection rate is down from 3.14 the day before. Last month, the state was contending with an infection rate topping 10 percent following the holiday season, though there are concerns of a new surge with Super Bowl weekend on the horizon. There have now been 259…

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