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When might US states safely shift to containment strategies?

Posted by ANA-Vermont on
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Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation estimation updates

The article provides latest projections when states may be able to consider easing currently implemented social distancing policies – if and only if – strong containment measures already have been instituted. Based on the latest available data and updated predictions of COVID-19 prevalence, the table below outlines potential timing of these considerations. Vermont is listed as early as May 8

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http://www.healthdata.org/covid/updates

I would still recommend social distancing and much handwashing, not handshaking when this begins as the potential for another surge is there