Friend,
Virginia now has 15 presumed or confirmed positive cases of the novel coronavirus. First, I want to assure our residents that we are coordinating closely with local, state, and federal health officials. While our risk remains low in Richmond, I am recommending that all large events in the city be canceled or postponed until further notice.
I strongly urge every Richmonder to stay up to date on the most recent news regarding COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's website is a helpful resource: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html.
For local updates, please refer to the city’s COVID-19 webpage: http://www.richmondgov.com/covid19/.
The Virginia Department of Health's website is also being updated regularly: http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/surveillance-and-investigation/novel-coronavirus/.
According to the CDC – the majority of those who contract COVID-19 have mild symptoms with fever, cough, and shortness of breath. However, a small percentage of cases are severe, particularly in elderly people and those with pre-existing conditions such as heart disease.
Please continue to practice personal health habits:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds;
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick;
- Avoid touching your face;
- Stay home when you are sick.
Right now, it's imperative our state provides resources to boost testing for the virus and provide treatment to those already infected. I will continue to monitor the spread of the virus in Virginia and will keep you updated.
Thank you, and remain vigilant,
Levar Stoney
Mayor of Richmond
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PO Box 182 Richmond, VA 23218 United States |
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