--- Last updated at 11:59 pm August 11, 2020 ---
The Overall Updates in Rhode Island:
Rhode Island - the total number of infected individuals is 20053, as yesterday had 119 more confirmed cases based on media reports and official stats. The pandemic has claimed the lives of 1016 people statewide, after 1 patient passed away yesterday; while 1683 patients are recovered. The current count of cases in the United States is 5,252,336, citing different sources; with 5,252,327 cases officially confirmed.
News Worth Following:
- R.I. announces 1 coronavirus death, 119 additional cases; total cases surpass 20,000: The Rhode Island Department of Health on Tuesday reported one coronavirus-related death and 119 additional cases of COVID-19, as the cumulative number of cases in Rhode Island surpassed 20,000. Ninety-nine of the new cases were positive tests from Monday, and 20 were positive tests added to previous days' totals. TO...
- Coronavirus cases among US children rise in late July, with more than 97,000 infections: PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - According to a new study released jointly by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Hospital Association, more than 97,000 U.S. children tested positive for the coronavirus in the last two weeks of July. The report says that represents 40% jump in pediatric cases. Dr....
New Cases Breakdown:
*Based on Media Reports*
- Unassigned: 119 new cases, 1 new death
Official Hotlines:
- Department of Health: Main: 401-222-2577; After Hours: 401-276-8046
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--- Last updated at 11:59 pm August 10, 2020 ---
The Overall Updates in Rhode Island:
Rhode Island - based on media reports, total cases have risen to 19934 (all officially confirmed), after 196 new patients were identified yesterday. The total number of deaths has reached 1015, after 1 patient passed away yesterday; while 1683 patients are recovered. The number of known coronavirus cases in the United States continues to rise. As of Monday evening, 5,206,125 people have tested positive for coronavirus (5,205,994 of them being officially confirmed).
News Worth Following:
- R.I. announces 176 new coronavirus cases; one new death: The Rhode Island Department of Health on Monday reported one new coronavirus-related deaths and 176 additional cases of COVID-19 since Friday. The total number of deaths in the state is 1,015. TO OUR READERS: This content is being provided for free as a public service during the coronavirus outbreak. Sign...
- COVID-19 safety protocols vary by airline: PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - When it comes to COVID-19 each airline is creating it's own rules, according to a T.F. Green Airport spokesperson. Medical Director for the Department of Epidemiology and Infection Control at Rhode Island Hospital, Dr. Leonard Mermel, said if you need to travel just be cautious. He...
New Cases Breakdown:
*Based on Media Reports*
- Unassigned: 196 new cases, 1 new death
--- Last updated at 11:59 pm August 09, 2020 ---
The Overall Updates in Rhode Island:
Rhode Island - the total number of infected individuals is 19738, with zero new cases reported yesterday based on media reports and official stats. The pandemic has claimed the lives of 1014 people statewide; while 1683 patients are recovered. The current count of cases in the United States is 5,154,562, citing different sources; with 5,154,443 cases officially confirmed.
News Worth Following:
- Pair of Aquidneck Island restaurants cleared after failing to meet coronavirus-related guidelines: A pair of Aquidneck Island restaurants cited by the state for failing to adhere to COVID-19 guidelines have been given clearance to resume full operations. The R.I. Department of Health issued a notice of compliance to the Wharf Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar (identified as the Wharf Pub), at 37 Bowen's Wharf in Newport, on July 31.