WebThe COVID-19 pandemic was publicly reported to have reached the U.S. state of Maine on March 12, 2020. Health experts also say that it will also be critical for people to get the flu vaccine, in addition to their COVID-19 shots, as both vaccines only protect against their respective diseases. So there are some early signs that we're headed in the wrong direction. [61], On June 11, 2020, Gov. Although hospitalizations have declined significantly from the country's summer surge, when more than 104,000 patients were hospitalized at one time, 47,000 patients currently in the hospital with COVID-19 -- an increase of 2,000 from last week. COVID-19 cases rising in Northeast, partly fueled by BA.2, experts [36] Additionally, ten state parks were closed by the Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry's Bureau of Parks and Lands on March 26, including Reid State Park, Popham Beach State Park, Fort Popham, Fort Baldwin, Kettle Cove State Park, Two Lights State Park, Crescent Beach State Park, Scarborough Beach State Park, Ferry Beach State Park, and Mackworth Island. They Refused to Fight for Russia. Already, two other XBB strains, XBB.1.9.1 and XBB.1.9.2 are also rising in the U.S. The U.S. CDC defines high transmission as cumulative cases of 100 or more per 100,000 people in the last seven days. While some health officials caution that case numbers may not be the best indicator of the prevalence of COVID-19, hospitalizations are also on the rise in a number of states. [15], After the first case was reported on March 12, 2020, Governor Janet Mills declared a health insurance emergency to insure private insurance coverage of coronavirus testing, recommended postponing gatherings of more than 250 people for at least 30 days, and suspended all non-essential out-of-state travel by state employees for 30 days. In Maine, COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations have been steadily rising across the state, despite the fact more than 70% of the state's total population fully inoculated. Location of diagnosis and treatment may vary. The Mills administration said recently it plans to distribute 400,000 rapid antigen tests. The COVID-19 pandemic was publicly reported to have reached the U.S. state of Maine on March 12, 2020. [58] Other committee members are individuals representing small businesses, non-profit organizations, unions, educational institutions, and legislators. [37] Nursing homes were also now able to request funds to help respond to the pandemic within their facilities. 2020 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Track Covid-19 in Maine - The New York Times This declaration allows for state agencies and municipalities in Maine to be reimbursed for 75% of approved costs related to pandemic response.[41][42]. [86] On March 12, 2020, The College of the Atlantic announced that all instruction for spring 2020 would move to an online format, residence halls would be closed, and all in-person services would be eliminated. This issue is not unique to Maine, Judge explained, adding that his colleagues across the country, and in the Northeast, are all still struggling. According to the state agency, this significant increase is due to the processing of backlogged COVID test results using an automated system. Statistics of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States [84], Students of Bates College were asked to leave campus on March 14, 2020, and the college transitioned to remote work models on March 17, 2020. The Associated Press contributed to this report. [28] The data also shows an increase in infections among primary and secondary school children. Includes 1 hospitalized case from an unknown county. Mar. COVID-19 cases top over 200,000 in Maine after vital records review, NASA confirms first radar-observed meteor fall seen in Maine, Masks to no longer be required at MaineHealth facilities. Of the 61 samples that were sequenced in July, 60.7 percent were identified as the delta variant. (Maine Medical Center) PORTLAND (WGME) -- COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations appear to be on the rise again in Maine. State and local health officials are once again raising the alarm about the renewed threat of COVID-19 spread in communities across the country as people head indoors during the colder months and are set to gather for the holidays. Some of these increases could be attributed to the processing of backlogged COVID test results using an automated New deaths: 0 [107] KVCC updated students on the movement to online course formats on March 18, 2020, and announced on March 31, 2020, that commencement plans would be modified. ), First published on November 1, 2020 / 6:00 PM. Web3 February Office for National Statistics data for the week up to 24 January indicates that COVID-19 cases have continued to fall, with an estimated 1 in 70 people (1.42% of the population) testing positive for the virus in England over that time. Covid "We estimate that 54% of people in Maine [68], The Maine public university system includes the University of Maine campus in Orono, The University of Maine at Augusta, The University of Maine at Farmington, The University of Maine at Fort Kent, the University of Maine at Presque Isle, the University of Maine at Machias, the University of Southern Maine, and the University of Maine School of Law. COVID cases and deaths continue to rise as Maine CDC works Chris Sununu warned that coronavirus cases are rising in the state, and the increase could continue. Mills extended the COVID-19 civil state of emergency through July 10, 2020. The first Omicron wave has left us numb to the continuing presence of the virus. 16As the BA.2 omicron subvariant of COVID-19 drives up infections in the Northeast, Maine reported 437 new cases on Saturday. You will receive an email to complete the registration. On April 10, Gov. WebCOVID-19 cases are rising in nearly every corner of the United States, yet hospitalizations remain low, partly a reflection of greater immunity in the population. Cases are typically updated weekly and are less consistently reported than earlier in the pandemic because of a lack of widespread testing. The Rising Nepal; Sun, 23 April 2023; Glimpses of a changing Earth, as seen from above. The theater has advised current ticket-holders of their plan and posted the protocols on its website. [21], On March 17, 2020, Governor Mills issued a Declaration of Abnormal Market Disruption, which prohibits specific essential items from being sold at unconscionable prices, including paper products, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene products, and medical supplies. The Rising Nepal; Sun, 23 April 2023; Mexico migrant camp tents torched across border from Texas. [101] On March 16, 2020, EMCC dining halls were closed for in-person dining, the number of students allowed to be in common areas such as the library and student center was limited, student housing was closed, and the decision was made to move courses online. The U.S. reported 112,270 new cases Thursday, bringing the seven-day average of daily new cases to 96,036. Thats up from a seven-day average of 12,434 one month ago, according to data from the New York Times. While the numbers are far from their peak at the height of the omicron wave, some experts had hoped the spring would offer a reprieve from the coronavirus. Mills calls for statewide cancellation of St. Patrick's Day celebrations", "Maine's new supplemental budget focuses on coronavirus response", "Gov. It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. Total deaths: 900 Login. Friday saw 103 new cases of COVID-19, the highest single-day increase in Maine since the beginning of the pandemic. I'm concerned about yet another surge beginning after Thanksgiving (just like last year). "We need to stop talking as though covid is over," Dr. Peter Hotez, dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, tweeted last week. Maine: New school caution urged as virus cases keep rising Already, two other XBB strains, XBB.1.9.1 and XBB.1.9.2 are also rising in the U.S. All rights reserved. "I always get worried when cases go up but we should be okay.". Medical workers talk to people in cars at a Nomi Health COVID-19 mobile testing site in Holladay, Utah, Nov. 4, 2021. However, the U.S. appears to be once again at an inflection point, with cold weather setting in across much of the North, COVID-19 restrictions relaxed and gatherings growing more frequent. 16As the BA.2 omicron subvariant of COVID-19 drives up infections in the Northeast, Maine reported 437 new cases on Saturday. Please check your email to confirm and complete your registration. More Mainers are being advised to wear masks indoors as county-level COVID-19 transmission rates rise, with Portland officials issuing a recommendation Thursday that everyone mask-up indoors regardless of vaccination status. "We must all remain vigilant in our daily lives. It's really indoors where the transmission is happening," said Horsburgh. That means visitors from those states must quarantine for two weeks or produce a negative coronavirus test. In India, the number of active coronavirus cases has been steadily rising in recent weeks, with almost 50,000 recorded on Friday, according to the countrys Health Covid variant 'Arcturus' is spreading: What to know about XBB.1.16 The number of people testing positive for Covid in the UK has been rising in recent days to more than 50,000 cases in one day. "It's still tremendously problematic," Hanage said, because any COVID patient whether or not it is their primary medical concern requires added resources and infection control measures. Malaysian students may have to mask up in school again as Covid case rise. [69] The University of Maine system announced that all courses would be administered via remote learning starting March 25, 2020, with the Law School resuming classes on March 23, 2020. ", Vermont sees record surge in COVID-19 infections. A decision on waiving cash tolls would be made based on guidance from government health officials. So any shift to a new recommendation system would be aimed at providing Mainers with more clarity and stability, Shah said. [18], On March 23, 2020, Governor Mills passed an executive order that extended expiration dates and waived fees for driver's licenses and other related motor vehicle licenses until 30 days past the state of emergency. 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