On Wednesday, there was an increase of 40 deaths of people who had the virus and 21 additional fatalities tied directly to COVID-19 over Monday’s tallies, though there’s a lag in reporting deaths to the state health department — particularly death-certificate data. There were 362 people hospitalized as of Wednesday afternoon, according to state data, the fewest since March 30.
Nine workers at an Amazon distribution facility in Aurora have tested positive for the new coronavirus, one of 225 active outbreaks in Colorado senior care facilities, factories, prisons and workplaces.
As restaurants begin to reopen for dine-in service this week, one thing will soon become apparent: which dining establishments aren’t coming back at all. Josie Sexton has the details on one that closed for good Wednesday.
Throughout the day, we will share the latest coverage from Denver Post journalists on the coronavirus outbreak on this page. Also, bear in mind The Denver Post relies on support from its readers to provide this in-depth coverage of the coronavirus outbreak, so if you haven’t already.
Here are the updates from May 27.
What’s new
- Medically vulnerable prisoners sue Colorado prison system over coronavirus threat, lack of care
- Athletes wary about coronavirus, testing upon return
- as thousands snap them up
- Safety concerns divide Denver art galleries:
- Rocky Mountain National Park to during the coronavirus outbreak
- 41 million have lost jobs since virus hit, but layoffs slow
- Summer camp chaos: Organizers try to get plans in place for June 1 openings
- Colorado’s juvenile prisons have avoided COVID-19 outbreaks, but advocates worry about the future
Resources
- These Colorado grocery stores, retail outlets and restaurants have coronavirus outbreaks
- More symptoms, no slam-dunk drugs: What we now know — and still don’t know — about the coronavirus
- These Colorado cities and counties require masks be worn in public places
- These Colorado counties have extended their stay-at-home orders
- Frequently asked questions about coronavirus in Colorado
- Coronavirus timeline: An in-depth look at COVID-19 in Colorado
- Colorado coronavirus map: Where are cases being reported?
- Colorado unemployment FAQ: How to apply, details about missing PINs and more
- Do I have the coronavirus? Here’s what to do if you’re not sure.
- Colorado coronavirus housing FAQ: Resources for renters and homeowners
- How social distancing works and what it means for you
- Inside Colorado’s growing anti-shutdown movement
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