Tagged - coronavirus

8 new coronavirus cases in Monroe County confirmed

The new cases, reported in the Democrat & Chronicle, CITY Newspaper, and by WXXI, bring the total number in the county to 10.

State of emergency, all public schools closed after second case in Monroe County

The woman began experiencing symptoms on March 4, and attended work at Arcadia Middle School on March 5 and 6. The symptoms were still mild at the time.

Another Monroe County patient tests positive for the coronavirus

Monroe County officials didn't say how the patient contracted the virus, but said it was not connected with the first case.

Despite previous claims, Rochester coronavirus patient took bus from NYC

This contradicts an earlier interview with WXXI in which the patient said he rode to Rochester from John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Updates for Eastman students on changes to campus services 

Students wishing to stay in the Student Living Center must be approved by Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Robert Bones.

Strict requirements for campus housing detailed in dean’s email

Students cannot stay on the AS&E campus unless they face travel restrictions, housing insecurity, or come from a country with a severe COVID-19 risk.

Updates on changes to food, housing, and other services

Dining locations are take-out only, and students are expected to leave once they’ve picked up food and paid. Use of reusable cups and clamshells is halted.

Rochester man tests positive for coronavirus

In an interview with WXXI, the patient — who did not give his name — said that he is a resident of the 19th Ward neighborhood.

Undergrads asked to remain off-campus, classes to move online for semester

Classes will be held online for the rest of the semester, and spring break will be extended for two days to prepare for online classes.

UR restricts sponsored travel in latest coronavirus announcement

UR events must be limited to 100 people, UR Communications said. Athletic contests will continue, but without spectators.