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AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) – Maine CDC chief Dr Nirav Shah is concerned the coronavirus situation is getting worse.
The one-day record in Maine was shattered Thursday with 346 more cases.
The seven-day positivity rate more than tripled last month, from 1.5% to 4.87%.
Hospitalization rates are also on the rise.
Shah says the state is now starting to see the first effects of the Thanksgiving holiday with more cases of small gatherings reported.
He says that because of this changes are coming.
“We are continuing our efforts to stay on top. But, as the number of cases has continued to increase dramatically, this becomes a challenge. It also means that we need to focus our resources on individual cases where we can do the most good for public health, focusing our resources on those who need them most or who are most at risk. This will unfortunately involve making some very difficult choices. We are evaluating this weekend what these changes could be and what they will look like. “Says Dr. Nirav Shah, Director of Maine CDC
Dr Shah reminds everyone to stay alert by wearing masks and staying six feet apart.
He also pointed out that postponing travel and gatherings during the holidays is one of the best things we can do to stay safe.
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