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BOSTON – Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced a total of 8,966 positive coronavirus cases as of today, April 2, an increase of 1,228 new cases. Yesterday, there were 7,738 cases.
That is a 15.87% increase in cases in the last 24 hours.
Massachusetts public health officials announced 32 more deaths since yesterday bringing the total in the Commonwealth who have died from COVID-19, since the pandemic began at 154.
Framingham announced its fourth & fifth fatality from COVID-19 today.
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Framingham has the most cases in MetroWest, at 93 positive cases.
The City of Marlborough now has 52 positive cases, and 51 active cases, as of today, April 2.
The Governor said today the surge in cases could come between April 10-April 20.
He said the medical forecast is for as many as 172,000 cases in Massachusetts.
Gov. Baker said the Commonwealth is doing its job with testing and is third behind New York and Washington (state) in the number of tests conducted.
As of today at 4 p.m., the state has tested 56,608 individuals.
The United States now has the post confirmed cases worldwide at 236.339 as of 3:30 p.m. today, April 2.
Worldwide, there have now been more than 1 million confirmed cases.
In America, the Centers For Disease Control has reported 4,513 deaths as of noon today, April 2.
There is no tested vaccine for COVID-19 in the United States.
Governor Charlie Baker announced the earliest Massachusetts schools could re-open is Monday, May 4.
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Earlier this week, the Governor extended his order for non-essential businesses to close or operate remotely until May 4.
The Governor announced a new coronavirus alert system this week that will let residents get updates from state officials sent directly to their cell phones. Text COVIDMA to 888-777 to sign up.
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.
It is important for residents to continue to practice social distancing.
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MetroWest Medical Center