Good Afternoon Boston,

Massachusetts hit a dark milestone today, cresting more than 5,000 confirmed coronavirus cases. There are now 5,752 reported cases, with 56 deaths attributed to COVID-19. You can see the trendlines here.

Gov. Charlie Baker warned he’s expecting a surge in cases as early as April 7. To prepare for that increase, the state should receive 1,000 ventilators from the federal government soon. Health officials are also moving nursing home residents to create dedicated nursing facilities for COVID-19 patients who are recovered enough to leave the hospital.

P.S. Have you heard the “Bohemian Rhapsody” parody composed by Cambridge comedian Dana Jay Bein? Sample lyrics: “Is this a sore throat? / Is this just allergies? / Caught in a lockdown / No escape from reality.” Give “Coronavirus Rhapsody” a listen.

-Ally Jarmanning
@allyjarmanning
newsletters@wbur.org

What To Know

Baker: Expect Surge Of Coronavirus Patients In Mass. As Early As April 7

Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday said the COVID-19 surge in Massachusetts could occur between April 7 and April 17. He also said the state should soon receive more than 1,000 ventilators from the federal government. Read more.

Latest Headlines

Mass. Now Has More Than 5,000 Reported Coronavirus Cases

The newest statistics from the state show 5,752 confirmed cases as of Monday, with 56 deaths attributed to COVID-19. Read more.

Trump Says Feds Are Getting Supplies To Mass. 'As Rapidly As Possible'

After Gov. Baker sharply criticized the federal government for outbidding states in efforts to acquire protective gear, President Trump said he believes governors across the country are pleased with Washington and that his administration will work to send more gear to Massachusetts soon. Read more.

Judge Urges ICE To Stop Sending Detainees To Bristol County While Coronavirus Lawsuit Plays Out

The suit alleges ICE detainees are unable to practice "social distancing" because of overcrowding and suggests new detainees are not properly screened for COVID-19 before being admitted. Read more.

Employees Demonstrate To Pressure GE To Ramp Up Ventilator Production For Coronavirus

GE announced last week that it would lay off about 10% of its workforce. The union argues that those employees have skills necessary for creating ventilators, and that GE factories should be converted to accomplish that. Read more.

As Coronavirus Cases Surge, Revere Beach Restaurants Stop Takeout Orders

Restaurants on Revere Beach have ended takeout services and are shifting to delivery only until further notice, after cases there surged tenfold in less than a week. Read more.

Additional Resources

📌 Live updates: The latest coronavirus news

📌 From the commonwealth: The latest from Mass. DPH

📌 FAQs: What to know about coronavirus

📌 Map: Massachusetts cases

📌 Volunteer: Ways to help people affected by coronavirus

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