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BOSTON – Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced there are now 197 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Massachusetts.

Yesterday, there were 45 confirmed cases and 119 presumptive positive cases of the COVID-19 virus for a total of 164

Framingham announced today it has 3 positive cases.

Natick announced it has 7 cases, 10 who tested negative and now 16 individuals under quarantine.

Ashland has zero cases as of noon today, March 16.

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Although the risk to Massachusetts residents of the coronavirus is low, the risk for influenza is currently high.

Many of the things you do to help prevent colds and the flu can help protect you against coronavirus:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Clean things that are frequently touched (like doorknobs and countertops) with household cleaning spray or wipes.
  • Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze. Use a tissue or your inner elbow, not your hands.
  • Stay home if you are sick and avoid close contact with others.

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The first case of the coronavirus was detected in the United States on January 22.

There are now cases in all but 4 states – Alaska, Idaho, West Virginia, and Alabama, as of Saturday.



By editor

Susan Petroni is the former editor for SOURCE. She is the founder of the former news site, which as of May 1, 2023, is now a self-publishing community bulletin board. The website no longer has a journalist but a webmaster.