COVID-19 Data for Maynard, MA - Weekly Through 12/22/20, Daily Through 12/28/20

My fellow Maynardians, I sincerely apologize for the delay - I usually post on Saturday or Sunday, but I was feeling a bit down from spending the holidays alone, so I needed a break from social media*.  

Unfortunately, as you'll see from the graphs below, the pandemic has not taken a break, and I am extremely worried about what is to come in the weeks ahead, especially now that the more contagious U.K. strain has been identified in the U.S.  Dr. Fauci and the CDC begged and pleaded with people not to travel or spend the holidays with people outside their covid bubble, however, the TSA reported that this past Sunday (12/27) was the busiest day for flying since the pandemic began.  I want to thank those of you who did heed the public health warnings - it may not feel as if it makes much of a difference, but collectively, when each of us makes this sacrifice, it does have a positive impact on public health.

Maynard's percent positivity is holding steady at just a hair below 5%, keeping us in the yellow.  We actually saw a dip in the 14-day incidence rate compared to last week, but as you know, one week does not make a trend.  It's possible that we could see a further dip before the full effects of covid exposure from holiday travel and parties are felt, so please do *not* let your guard down.

*After spending some time outdoors, catching up on rest, and connecting with friends, I am feeling a bit better.  Thanks to those of you who have reached out with words of support and comfort.😊