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COVID-19 in Massachuetts: Vaccination data, case counts, community maps

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Updated: 9:08 AM EDT Jun 21, 2021

Vaccination rates in Massachusetts are relatively high and the rate of new infection is relatively low, but the COVID-19 pandemic is still with us. Updates on the virus — including vaccination, new cases and hospitalizations — will be updated daily using data provided by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.COVID-19 VACCINATION DATAAnyone age 12 or older who lives, works or studies in Massachusetts is now eligible to be vaccinated.Based on federal approvals, the two-dose Pfizer vaccine is available to anyone age 12 or older as of May 13. The two-dose Moderna vaccine and the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine are available to those age 18 or older.VACCINATION RATES PER CAPITAMassachusetts has already fully vaccinated more than 4 million people. According to the 2020 US Census, the state’s total population is 7.03 million. State directory of vaccination sitesVACCINATION RATE COMPARED TO OTHER STATES LOCAL DOCTORS ANSWER QUESTIONS MASSACHUSETTS CORONAVIRUS CASESAs vaccination rates increased, the spread of COVID-19 has decreased but has not stopped entirely. It can still spread between unvaccinated individuals and some rare, “break-through,” cases have occurred in vaccinated people. Symptoms reported for patients with COVID-19 have included mild to severe respiratory illness with fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, as well as new loss of taste or smell. Further details are available here.This state website will help you locate the nearest COVID-19 testing facility. Massachusetts also has online resource that allows you to assess your symptoms and find the right care.For more information on coronavirus and testing, you can also call 2-1-1, which is a 24-hour state-supported hotline.MASSACHUSETTS HOSPITALIZATIONSIf you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately, the CDC said.Emergency warning signs include:Trouble breathingPersistent pain or pressure in the chestNew confusion or inability to arouseBluish lips or face*This list is not all-inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerningMASSACHUSETTS FATALITIESMASSACHUSETTS TOWN-BY-TOWN RISK ASSESSMENTThe Department of Public Health categorizes communities based on factors including the average daily positive test rate and the total population of the community. Calculations use data from the previous 14 days and are published on Thursday evenings.Color Key:Under 10,000 population:Grey: Less than or equal to 10 total casesGreen: Less than or equal to 15 total casesYellow: Less than or equal to 25 total casesRed: More than 25 total casesPopulation 10,000-50,000:Grey: Less than or equal to 10 total casesGreen: Fewer than 10 average daily cases per 100,000 in population and more than 10 total casesYellow: 10 or more average daily cases per 100,000 in population OR a positive test rate of 5% or higherRed: 10 or more average daily cases per 100,000 in population AND a positive test rate of 5% or higherPopulation over 50,000:Grey: Less than or equal to 15 total casesGreen: Fewer than 10 average daily cases per 100,000 in population AND more than 15 total cases.Yellow: 10 or more average daily cases per 100,000 in population OR a positive test rate of 4% or higherRed: 10 or more average daily cases per 100,000 in population AND a positive test rate of 4% or higher