NEW YORK (WABC) – A dozen care home residents have died of COVID-19 in Connecticut in the past two weeks, the highest number since mid-August, new data released Friday showed.
According to the Ministry of Health, there were 125 positive cases of COVID-19 among residents between November 10 and November 23, with 12 deaths. 67 employees also tested positive in the same period. Five of these deaths occurred at the Candlewood Valley Health and Rehabilitation Center in New Milford, which reported 36 positive cases among its 105 residents and eight positive cases among its staff.
The last time more than a dozen care deaths were reported in a two-week period was between August 18 and 31. At that point there have been 16 deaths from COVID-19 among nursing home residents, 111 positive cases among residents and 94 cases among employees.
Here are more recent COVID-19 headlines:
New York Islanders games postponed due to possible COVID cases
The NHL announced on Saturday that all New York Islanders games had been postponed to at least Tuesday, November 30th. They say the decision was the result of “an additional New York Islanders player entering the COVID log this morning and up to eight players may not be available.” to play based on the COVID protocol. “
What is Omicron? What you should know about the new COVID variant
What is this new COVID-19 variant? And what is known and what is not known about omicron? Scientists know that Omicron is genetically different from previous variants, including the beta and delta variants, but don’t know whether these genetic changes make it even more transmissible or dangerous. So far, there is no evidence that the variant causes a more serious illness.
2 cases of Omicron variant identified in the UK
On Saturday, the UK confirmed two linked cases of the new variant of Omicron, while Germany said there is a likely case. The Dutch authorities are also looking into the new variant after 61 passengers on two flights from South Africa tested positive for COVID-19. UK Health Secretary Sajid Javid said two people had tested positive with the Omicron variant in the southeastern town of Chelmsford and central Nottinghamshire. He said the cases are linked and linked to travel from southern Africa.
Clinic for LI children who participated in Vax study
A dedicated COVID-19 vaccine clinic for young participants in a Suffolk County clinical trial was held on Long Island today. Children aged 5 to 11 who were given a placebo during a clinical trial at Stony Brook Medicine received their second Pfizer syringe, which means they will soon be fully vaccinated. The participating children all helped ensure the effectiveness and safety of the vaccine. The clinic on Friday was held at the Stony Brook Advanced Specialty Care in Commack.
Long Island hospital is reopening after shortage of nurses forced it to close
The emergency room at a Nassau County hospital reopened after being temporarily closed due to a shortage of nurses. The shortage was the result of the New York vaccine mandate. Officials at Mount Sinai South Nassau said Monday that all other options were exhausted before the decision was made to close the emergency room. Patients in need of emergency care were referred to the main campus of the hospital in Oceanside.
Connecticut plans to hold refresher clinics in nursing homes
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has announced that the state is stepping up efforts to vaccinate elderly residents with a COVID-19 booster by moving specialized clinics to nursing homes. The move takes place because the state has had the highest infection rates since the beginning of September. Lamont encourages anyone eligible to have a booster vaccination. While 84% of residents aged 18 and over are considered fully vaccinated, only 18% have received a booster vaccination.
De Blasio calls on Governor Hochul to introduce a Vax mandate for MTA employees
Mayor Bill de Blasio calls on the Governor of New York, Kathy Hochul, to introduce a mandatory vaccination for MTA employees.
“Here’s an opportunity to do something that really helps New York City,” the mayor said Tuesday morning, addressing Hochul publicly during his daily briefing at City Hall. “Issued a mandate for MTA employees. Time to do it.”
Unvaccinated MTA employees can currently undergo regular tests. Tony Utano, President of the Transport Workers Union Local 100, wasted no time answering.
“The unionized workforce of the MTA and millions of passengers in local transport are grateful this Thanksgiving that Mayor de Blasio does not operate the subway and bus system – and is finally walking out the door,” said Utano. “The current system, which gives transit workers the choice of being vaccinated or having regular tests, works while we educate members and encourage them to get the vaccination.”
Erie County introduces internal masks mandate
With positivity rates rising, Erie County introduced masking requirements for all indoor public spaces starting at 6 a.m. Tuesday. The inner masks mandate is the first phase of a four-phase plan. Erie County hopes it won’t have to go through the other stages, which include vaccinations, capacity constraints, and shutdowns.
Gov. Kathy Hochul praised the Erie County’s executive for taking strong local action and citing them “an example of the leadership we need to see local to combat this deadly virus.”
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