Coronavirus News and Information

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The News Team at ABC 6 wants to keep our viewers informed of accurate information as more cases of novel coronavirus COVID-19 infection are reported locally and across the country. Below we have listed government resources on prevention, along with more general information on how the virus is spread and where it derived from.

We have also listed articles on our national and local coverage. These lists will be updated as more information and resources become available.

The Center for Disease Control has several resources that explain how the virus is transmitted, what to do if you think you may be infected, and how to treat and prevent infection.

For tips on prevention and treatment, click the link  here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/prevention-treatment.html

To understand how the virus spreads, click this link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/transmission.html

The CDC’s protocol for what to do if you are experiencing symptoms is listed here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/steps-when-sick.html

These are tips  for giving care if someone in your household is infected: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html#precautions

 Local Coverage:

RIDOH confirmed that an individual in their 40s has contracted the first presumptive positive case of coronavirus in the state. 
https://www.abc6.com/story/41836462/ridoh-confirms-first-presumptive-positive-coronavirus-in-state

City of East Providence leaders discussed the Governor’s and Department of Health’s press conference regarding coronavirus, and plan precautionary measures on Sunday.
https://www.abc6.com/story/41836984/east-providence-city-leaders-met-to-discuss-covid19

Saint Raphael Academy says one of their faculty members tests positive for coronavirus:A member of the Saint Raphael Academy tested positive for coronavirus in a test done by the state health laboratory. Health officials are still waiting to hear results from the Centers for Disease Control.

Warwick Mayor makes statement on coronavirus concerns:
Warwick Mayor Joseph Solomon met with other Rhode Island Mayors and town managers, and Director of the Department of Health for a briefing on the states’ preparedness initiatives for coronavirus on Monday.
https://www.abc6.com/story/41841515/warwick-mayor-makes-statement-on-coronavirus-concerns

One employee of the R.I judiciary voluntarily self-quarantined after traveling to or being near coronavirus affected areas abroad or had come in contact with someone who had on Friday.
https://www.abc6.com/story/41840599/3-staff-members-of-ri-court-selfquarantine-amid-coronavirus-concern

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