MAINE, USA — KEY MAINE CORONAVIRUS FACTS
- As of Monday, 101 Mainers have died out of 2,819 COVID-19 total cases. 2,499 of these cases are confirmed by test and 320 are probable.
- 321 Mainers have been hospitalized, 2,233 Mainers have recovered.
- Read about all the important coronavirus-related orders currently in place in Maine
- Maine reopening plan accelerated, indoor dining now allowed in all 16 counties
- Going out? CDC shares tips to stay safe amid coronavirus pandemic
- Gov. Mills' administration releases guidance for town meetings and elections during COVID-19 pandemic
- Phase 2 of Maine's reopening plan begins, as businesses can still deny service to those without face coverings
- Read Governor Janet Mills' plan to reopen rural Maine
- Governor Janet Mills' statewide stay-safer-at-home order remains in effect but with eased restrictions
- Read Maine Governor Janet Mills' detailed plan to reopen Maine economy during coronavirus, COVID-19 pandemic
- Filing for unemployment still dominating discussions around Maine. Here's our story on how to file for Maine unemployment. You can scroll down for more resources available to Mainers
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TUESDAY, JUNE 16
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The Maine CDC reports there are just nine new COVID-19 cases since Monday, four of which are confirmed. In Maine, 2,189 have recovered. There are currently 485 active COVID-19 cases.
Total cases = 2,819
Confirmed cases = 2,499
Probable cases = 320
Cumulative hospitalizations = 321
Recovered = 2,233
Deaths = 101
- Gym installs air purification system in hopes it will prove to be a game-changer
- Gov. Mills' administration releases guidance for town meetings and elections during COVID-19 pandemic
- All Red Cross blood donations will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies
- Maine's hospitality industry optimistic for 2021 wedding season as COVID-19 takes toll on 2020
- Keep ME Open: Portland business offers 'pay what you can' to paddle Casco Bay
- Bonanza Steakhouse in Sanford to close permanently at end of June, citing struggles due to COVID-19 pandemic
- Keep ME Open: 5 Star Clippers is back and ready to cut, buzz, and trim
- Restaurants in remaining three counties can reopen to dine-in service starting Wednesday
- Energy producer BP takes $17.5 billion hit as demand slides
THE DATA
Dr. Nirav Shah made clear that when the Maine CDC reports deaths, they are reporting that someone has died who had been confirmed positive with COVID-19, not the cause of death specifically. The cause of death determination is left to the medical examiner.
MAINE CDC BRIEFINGS
RESOURCES
- Maine food resources and retail adjustments
- How to file for Maine unemployment
- Will you get a stimulus check if you receive Social Security or disability, or didn’t file a tax return?
- Stimulus check calculator: See how much you'll likely be getting
- Millions of Americans will soon get stimulus checks. But here's who won't.
- Maine small businesses can apply for 'forgivable loans'
- What shelter-in-place, stay-at-home orders mean
- What Homeland Security deems 'essential businesses'
Coronavirus, COVID-19 Background
The official name for the coronavirus is “SARS-CoV-2” and the disease it causes is named “coronavirus disease 2019” or “COVID-19” for short. Coronavirus is a family of viruses, which can infect people and animals. The viruses can cause the common cold or more serious diseases like SARS, MERS, and COVID-19.
The CDC says symptoms of the coronavirus include fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and in some cases sore throat.
The CDC says there are simple steps to take to reduce the possible spread of COVID-19:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
- Stay home while you're sick and avoid close contact with others
The Maine Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced on Tuesday, March 10 that they would be holding daily coronavirus briefings with director Dr. Nirav Shah to keep the public up to date on the situation in Maine.