Another 1,700 virus deaths reported in NY nursing homes
Source: AP
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) New York state is reporting more than 1,700 previously undisclosed deaths at nursing homes and adult care facilities as the state faces scrutiny over how its protected vulnerable residents during the coronavirus pandemic.
At least 4,813 people have died from COVID-19 in the states nursing homes since March 1, according to a tally released by Gov. Andrew Cuomos administration late Monday that, for the first time, includes people believed to have been killed by the coronavirus before their diagnoses could be confirmed by a lab test.
Exactly how many nursing home residents have died remains uncertain despite the states latest disclosure, as the list doesnt nursing home residents who were transferred to hospitals before dying.
The revised list shows that 22 nursing homes, largely in New York City and Long Island, have reported at least 40 deaths.
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IronLionZion
(45,261 posts)America isn't one of them.
virgogal
(10,178 posts)disagree with you.the elderly in this country are treated very well.
IronLionZion
(45,261 posts)Some countries have taken strict measures to stop the spread of COVID-19 to protect their most vulnerable.