New Bedford Guide Your Guide to New Bedford and South Coast, MA
The town of Dartmouth reversed its recently stated policy of not sharing updates on the specifics on COVID-19 cases. Only a few short weeks ago some Massachusetts towns had instituted the policy, but residents quickly condemned it and preferred being informed.
As of April 7th, there are 31 confirmed cases of the virus according to Director of Public Health Chris Michaud and those cases are not centered in a so-called “hot spot,” but spread evenly throughout the town. Considering the nature of the virus whereby an individual may be infected yet show no symptoms, the number is likely to be higher – a number that will be made more accurate as testing becomes more prevalent.
Those who have tested positive are placed in self-quarantine limiting their movement within that household to one room if they live with others, or to have food and supplies delivered if they live alone. In addition, anyone who has had close-contact with an infected person is asked to self-quarantine for 2 weeks.
