Daily Update on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
September 4, 2020
There will be no update on Monday – Labor Day
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This update is available online at healthvermont.gov/covid19
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Please visit the Vermont Department of Health’s COVID-19 web and data pages
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Be Smart, Stay Safe this Labor Day Weekend
Governor Phil Scott encouraged Vermonters to get outside and enjoy the unofficial end of summer this holiday weekend, and to do so safely. He noted that Vermonters should be careful where they travel and who they gather with, especially with those from regions with high infection rates.
“Gathering outside, with masks in small numbers is the safest way to celebrate this weekend,” Governor Scott said. “Staying vigilant is especially important with our K-12 schools opening next week. They need us to keep cases low in our communities. Our low prevalence is what makes it possible for a return to in-person instruction and we do not want to lose any ground.”
Remember to keep 6 feet apart from others, wear a mask in public, wash your hands a lot, and if you’re not feeling well, stay home. Follow travel and quarantine guidance as well.
Finance Commissioner Michael Pieciak noted in his weekly update that there was not a single death from COVID in the month of August, for a statewide total of 58.
He also presented the current and forecasted cases for Vermont, with attention given to K-12 schools reopening September 8 and colleges already back in session.
There have been only a handful of college cases despite thousands of tests.
As of September 2, there have been 27,174 college tests with 33 positive cases, 13 of which were in the Burlington area. As of September 3, there are 15,203 out of state students back in Vermont.
Pieciak also noted that Vermont continues to have the fewest number of overall COVID-19 cases, the lowest positivity rate and the lowest per capita rate in the nation.
Rutland County Outbreak Update
State Epidemiologist Patsy Kelso provided an update Friday about the Health Department’s ongoing investigation of an outbreak of COVID-19 cases in the Killington area tied to a private party.
There are now 17 cases associated with the outbreak, including 11 people who attended the event and six from subsequent transmission, Kelso said. Two of the new cases reported yesterday had already been identified as close contacts, and were in quarantine, preventing further spread.
"We’ve reached 34 of the 49 guests who attended the event. Fifteen of them were out of state residents, and their respective state health departments were notified," Kelso said.
"We remind anyone with even mild symptoms to contact their health care provider to be tested. Anyone without symptoms that would like to be tested can visit healthvermont.gov/covid19testing for more information."
People in the greater Killington community should continue to take the same every day steps as everyone in Vermont: Wear a face mask, keep a 6-foot distance from others, wash hands often and well, and stay home when you’re sick.
New on healthvermont.gov
Vermont’s contact tracers have interviewed 96% of people with COVID-19 within 24 hours of receiving the test result. This turnaround time ensures people can isolate themselves quickly and tracers can identify and reach out to anyone who was potentially exposed.
Learn more about how we measure our contact tracing efforts in latest Weekly Summary of Vermont COVID-19 Data, with a spotlight on Contact Tracing.
Case Information
Current COVID-19 Activity in Vermont
As of 12 p.m. on September 4, 2020
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Description |
Number |
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Total cases* |
1,642 (10 new) |
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Currently hospitalized |
1 |
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Hospitalized under investigation |
1 |
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Total people recovered |
1,441 |
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Deaths+ |
58 |
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People tested |
142,198 |
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Travelers monitored |
595 |
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Contacts monitored |
79 |
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People completed monitoring |
7,821 |
* Includes testing conducted at the Health Department Laboratory, commercial labs and other public health labs.
+ Death occurring in persons known to have COVID-19. Death certificate may be pending.
Hospitalization data is provided by the Vermont Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Coalition and is based on hospitals updating this information.
Find more at the data dashboard: healthvermont.gov/currentactivity.
Guidance for Vermonters
Get the information you need at our Frequently Asked Questions.
If you are having a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or go to the hospital.
If you think you have symptoms of COVID-19, call your health care provider.
Maintain physical distancing of at least 6 feet and wear a mask when near others.
Getting Tested for COVID-19
Anyone can get tested, but not everyone needs to get tested.
Talk with your health care provider If you think you should be tested for COVID-19.
If you don’t have a provider, dial 2-1-1, or contact the nearest federally qualified health center or one of Vermont's free & referral clinics.
Visit our testing web page for more guidance and where to get tested if you do need it.
Return to School Guidance
Schools: Strong and Healthy Start: Safety and Health Guidance for Vermont Schools
Mental Health: A Strong and Healthy Start: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Supports During COVID-19
Sports: Fall Sports Programs for the 2020-2021 School Year
Child care: Health Guidance for Child Care and Out of School Care (updated 8/31)
Find additional resources on our Schools, Colleges and Child Care Programs web page, including a new document: How PreK-12 Schools Can Prepare for COVID-19 Cases in their School.
Traveler Information
Visit our Travel to Vermont web page for continually updated information and guidance, including about quarantine requirements, testing, and to sign up with Sara Alert for symptom check reminders.
Business Guidance
Visit the Agency of Commerce and Community Development’s website for “Work Safe” guidance, which is updated regularly.
Take Care of Your Emotional and Mental Health
If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs emotional support, help is available 24/7:
Get self-help tips and connect to mental health services at COVID Support VT.
See ways for Coping with Stress.
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