KENTUCKY GOVERNOR: 24 veterans have died in long-term care facilities since October 19 in Kovid.


According to the New York Times, it was announced on Friday that G.I.

The Thomson-Hood Veterans Center has experienced a fatal outbreak of COVID-19 that affected both Pte and staff. A total of 86 veterans and 63 staff members tested positive for the virus, the Times reported.

“We are in the most difficult position so far,” Basheer said of the outbreak, according to a Tishers report.

“You have to do your part and the people, this has now reached the point where you need to wear a mask to protect yourself. It will also help others around you, but if you don’t wear a mask, you are putting yourself at personal risk of this virus. ”

Nursing homes and long-term care facilities have proven to be breeding grounds for coronaviruses, with elderly, high-risk patients living in nearby, indoor quarters.

According to the Associated Press, in September, inspections conducted at New York State Nursing Homes revealed that there were flaws in facilities and security protocols after the virus, according to the Associated Press.

Of those who tested positive for the virus, 48 ​​have retired. Five are in hospital and nine are still being treated at the center. Fifty-two staff members have recovered, though 11 cases are still believed to be active, according to the Times.

“We’re still fighting,” Thamesman-Hood Saint wrote in a post on Facebook. “Keep praying for our incredible, warrior staff and our precious veterans. We are heartbroken at our loss. Please wear your mask and make smart, safe choices as you go about your daily life. What we do in terms of community. ”

In the past week, cases of the novel coronavirus have reached more than 2,200 cases a day in Kentucky. According to the Times report, a total of 135,855 COVID-19 cases have been reported in the state since the onset of the epidemic and more than 1,700 deaths have been reported.

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