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COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic

Much has changed in the previous three months. Governor Scott terminated the State of Emergency determination for the State of Vermont related to the COVID-19 pandemic. In recent weeks, the Delta variant of COVID 19 has brought soaring numbers of infections here in Vermont, with the staggering number of 487 new cases in one day on Thursday, November 4, 2021. There are no longer State mandates regarding gatherings, masking, or cleaning. However some businesses are allowing only those who are vaccinated to enter their establishment or are requiring customers to wear a mask to enter. Please respect these business decisions.
Governor Scott has declined to issue a new State of Emergency Order, but strongly recommends that all who are eligible get fully vaccinated, and to take precautions against infection including

wearing a mask in indoor spaces - the recommendation now it to wear a surgical mask, rather than a cloth mask.
staying home if you feel sick
getting tested if you have any symptoms, have been in close contact with an infected person, or have taken part in activities that could put you at risk, such as large gatherings or travel
avoiding large gatherings
regular handwashing or hand sanitation

Many thanks to all to who are taking precautions to help avoid the further spread of COVID 19.
In addition, be aware that COVID can be spread by and TO both unvaccinated and vaccinated folks and that the length of time you are in close contact with others who are infected increases the possibility of you becoming infected. So, consider carefully, whether it would be wiser to not attend indoor events like concerts, dances, weddings, educational presentations, and others.
If you are till wondering, "Why wear a mask?" Check out this video demonstration from the National Institute of Health reported by the New England Journal of Medicine. Wearing a mask helps protect you and others in our community from becoming infected with COVID-19.
We seek to provide you with current information to assist you in remaining healthy during this pandemic.

The Vermont Health Department's COVID-19 web-page is updated regularly. Please consult this page often.
You can find advice from the Center for Disease Control about what to do if you or a family member is sick.
You'll find links to more information on Plainfield's COVID-19 Information page to help guide you,

Plainfield Emergency Management is coordinating with Marshfield to offer volunteer help to those in need. Many thanks to Drew McNaughton! Click on the links below to learn how to offer and ask for help.

I can help and want to sign up as a volunteer
List of volunteers who can help you
I am self-quarantined and request a delivery (your request will automatically be sent to the list of volunteers)

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