Vermont Business Magazine State officials said at Tuesday’s press conference that Vermont’s COVID-19 data continues to trend in a positive direction and that we are ranked one of the top states in our vaccination progress. The state ranks first or second in nearly every category. As the Johnson & Johnson vaccine restarts, it will take a couple of weeks before there is a substantial new supply, but the state will see a net increase in vaccine this week when all three vaccines are factored in. The VDH is also reporting 59 new cases of COVID-19, as cases continue to trend well under 100. Weekly totals are at their lowest levels this year. However, there was one more death reported for 245 statewide. Nearly 60 percent of Vermonters have now received at least one dose of vaccine.
COVID-19 Daily Update
April 27, 2021
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Vermont making good progress in vaccination and slowing the spread of COVID-19
State officials said at Tuesday’s press conference that Vermont’s COVID-19 data continues to trend in a positive direction and we are ranked one of the top states in our vaccination progress.
“These are all indicators that we are doing the right things right now, from general prevention to outdoor activities, to — most importantly — getting vaccinated,” said Health Commissioner Mark Levine, MD. “But this does not mean our work is done here. We still need to keep it up, knowing those variants of the virus are still around us, looking for any opportunity to spread to the next person.”
Dr. Levine reaffirmed the thorough safety review done in relation to the Johnson & Johnson vaccine by the CDC, FDA and other experts, saying Vermont is pleased to be able to offer the vaccine across the state once again.
“We know this one-dose vaccine is especially helpful in bringing protection against the virus to certain populations where access may be more difficult. And that it remains an attractive option to people who want the ‘one-and-done’ approach,” he said.
Dr. Levine added that our vaccination progress is a core element of the Vermont Forward plan, allowing us to get together, travel, and visit shops and businesses with fewer restrictions.
“The goals we’ve set are realistic and achievable, but we still need your to help make this a reality —again, by getting vaccinated,” he said.
CDC Issues New Mask Guidance
Dr. Levine also acknowledged new guidance issued from the CDC regarding wearing masks outdoors for fully vaccinated people.
“The new mask guidance is a common-sense public health step,” said Dr. Levine. “The CDC, like the State of Vermont, is taking well-modulated, science-based steps in developing its recommendations. It strikes the right balance for this point in the nation’s pandemic response – allowing greater flexibility connected with vaccination status.”
Dr. Levine said Governor Phil Scott and the state’s Restart team have already been considering changes to Vermont’s guidance, and will review the CDC’s recommendations in the context of the Vermont Forward Plan, the pace of vaccination, and progress being made managing the COVID-19 pandemic in Vermont.
Part-time Vermont residents, including out-of-state college students, can make vaccination appointments starting April 29
On April 29, vaccine registration will open to college students who are residents of another state and do not intend to stay in Vermont for the summer, as well as to people who live part of the year in Vermont. This opportunity will be based on the vaccine supply we receive from the federal government.
Visit healthvermont.gov/MyVaccine to create an account and to get all the information you need to register starting April 29!
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In Vermont, 30 facilities have had more than one outbreak. Facilities that have had more than one outbreak are spread across multiple setting types, impacting all age groups. Learn more about places where an outbreak has occurred more than once in the latest Weekly Data Summary Spotlight.
COVID-19 Activity in Vermont
As of 12 p.m. on April 27, 2021
Data is updated daily.
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Number |
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New cases |
59 (22,675 total) |
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Currently hospitalized |
19 |
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Hospitalized in ICU |
5 |
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Hospitalized under investigation |
1 |
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Percent Positive (7-day average) |
1.1% |
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People tested |
378,353 |
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Total tests |
1,548,462 |
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Total people recovered |
19,704 |
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Deaths |
245 |
Find more data on COVID-19 Activity at: healthvermont.gov/currentactivity.
COVID-19 Vaccine Data
As of 12 p.m. on April 27, 2021
Data is updated Tuesdays through Saturdays.
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Description |
Number |
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Total people who have received least one dose of vaccine |
342,141 |
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Total people who have completed vaccination |
223,967 |
Find more vaccine data on the COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard: healthvermont.gov/covid19-vaccine-data.
Additional Resources About Vaccination and More
- Find answers to your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine from the CDC: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html.
- Get Vermont-specific information in our Frequently Asked Questions.
- Sign up for the COVID-19 Weekly Email Update.
- Find information sheets, posters and toolkits, as well as translated materials on our Resources web page.