THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2020 Page 3 COVID-19: How Revere compares to neighboring communities O ver the past week, the number of confi rmed COVID-19 cases in Revere increased from 1,307 to 1,403 – a 7 percent increase, according to the latest weekly city/town cases available Wednesday. People can compare the number of COVID-19 cases confirmed in Revere to those in neighboring cities and towns as well as communities of similar size by going to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) website at https:// www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-response-reporting – then click on COVID-19 cases by city/town. Here’s how nine other area communities compare to Revere: Lynn: 2,834 cases, 2,808.63 per 100,000. Revere: 1,403 cases, 2,303.16 per 100,000. Everett: 1,366 cases, 2,814.38 per 100,000. Malden: 986 cases, 1,455.27 per 100,000. Peabody: 809 cases, 1,450.71 per 100,000. Saugus: 432 cases, 1,519.77 per 100,000. Wakefi eld: 257 cases, 951.68 per 100,000. City of Revere COVID-19 Response C ity Launches Multilingual "Wear One For Me" Public Awareness Campaign, Urges the Public to Protect Our Frontlines by Wearing a Mask The City of Revere’s Emergency Response Team continues to take proactive steps to slow community transmission of COVID-19 and establish strategies for longer-term recovery eff orts. As of May 13, the Revere Board of Health has been notifi ed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health of 1,425 positive cases of COVID-19 in the City of Revere. 58 residents have died; 657 have recovered. The City of Revere launched its “Wear One For Me” public awareness campaign, highlighting Revere's front line workers and urging residents to wear face coverings to protect others. The campaign, with the slogan, “If you don’t want to wear a mask for you, Wear One For Me,” launched today across mediums, including billboards at the Wonderland Garage and on Squire Road, print newspaper ads, social media, posters, and downloadable fl yers. “The residents of Revere have quickly gotten used to this new normal of mask wearing and social distancing, but unfortunately this is just the beginning,” says Mayor Arrigo. “With weather getting nicer and more individuals visiting Revere Beach, it’s vital we keep following social distancing rules. The new Wear One For Me campaign shows us the importance of wearing a mask for those around us and is a great way for residents to get involved.” The public is encouraged to join the City in the campaign. Tonight at 7:00, the City of Revere Facebook Page will release Profi le Picture Frames in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic with the caption “Wear One For Me.” The downloadable fl yers are available on Revere.org/coronavirus for residents in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Melrose: 206 cases, 712.26 per 100,000. Reading: 247 cases, 898.71 per 100,000. Lynnfi eld: 80 cases, 686.75 per 100,000. Statewide totals: 80,497 cases, 1,155.44 per 100,000. (Data compiled by Massachusetts DPH and made public as of May 13, 2020, count and rate [per 100,000] of confi rmed COVID-10 Cases in Massachusetts by city/town, January 1, 2020– May 13, 2020.) On its website, the DPH noted that the rate specifying the number of cases per 100,000 “provides a standardized way to compare the burden of disease in cities and towns regardless of the size of their population.” The DPH stressed “these are reported cases only.” ~ OP-ED ~ A Reason to Smile… behind your mask By Mayor Brian M. Arrigo T his week brought the fi rst faint glimmer of light at the end of a dark tunnel that still stretches far out ahead of us. Governor Baker’s announcement that we will soon begin to see some loosening in the restrictions that have curbed our lives for the last two months was as welcome MASKS | SEE PAGE 8 If you won't wear a mask for you WEAR ONE FOR ME #MaskUpRevere Need a mask? Scan me. CURBSIDE TAKEOUT Call In Your Order: 781-629-3798 Hours: Thursday 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 2:00 p.m. - 8;00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The Marina Clambake Available to Go! The Clambake includes Lobster, Steamers, Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Chowder & Salad Call Your Order In Advance: 781-629-3798 BOOK YOUR NEXT FUNCTION WITH US * GIFT CARDS AMPLE FREE www.marinaatthewharf.com 543 North Shore Rd. Revere 781-629-3798 PARKING AMAZING WATER VIEWS
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