Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)



The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is responding to an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus. The disease has been named “coronavirus disease 2019” (abbreviated “COVID-19”).

TEST DATA
in Connecticut

Last Update: May 17, 2020 | 1:00 p.m. FAQ
on Connecticut’s response

Last Update: May 13, 2020 | 4:00 p.m.

Reopen Connecticut:
Latest Guidance Currently In Effect:
  • Gatherings: All social and recreational gatherings of more than 5 people are prohibited. Religious, spiritual, and worship gatherings of more than 50 are prohibited. This remains in effect until May 20, unless otherwise modified.
  • Face Coverings: When in public and a six-foot distance is unavoidable, face coverings are required to be worn. This does not apply to anyone for whom doing so would be contrary to their health because of a medical condition. Guidance on face coverings has been issued to the state's businesses. A CDC video explains how to make a face covering at home.
  • Business operations: The Governor signed an executive order directing Connecticut residents to "Stay Safe, Stay Home." It directs all nonessential businesses statewide to prohibit in-person functions. Guidance has been issued to the state's businesses. This remains in effect until May 20, unless otherwise modified.
  • Safe Workplace Rules for Essential Employers: All workplaces considered essential must follow Safe Workplace Rules for Essential Employers to reduce the spread of COVID-19. This remains in effect until May 20, unless otherwise modified.
  • Retail establishments that are permitted to stay open under the "Stay Safe, Stay Home" order must follow "Safe Store Rules" for their operations. This remains in effect until May 20, unless otherwise modified.
  • Food establishments are required to provide take-out and delivery services for off-premise consumption only. This remains in effect until May 20, unless otherwise modified.
  • Gyms, theaters, hair and nail salons, barbershops, spas, and tattoo parlors are not permitted to operate. This remains in effect until May 20, unless otherwise modified.
  • Schools: In-person classes all K-12 schools are canceled for the remainder of the 2019-2020 academic year. Schools should continue distance learning.
  • Summer camps: Summer camps will be permitted to open effective June 29, 2020. Guidance will be released in the coming days with specific details they must follow to operate.
  • Travelers: Any person coming into Connecticut by any mode of transportation should self-quarantine for 14 days.

Data on the COVID-19 emergency and response, and supplemental information is provided by COVID-19 portal. All data are also hosted on data.ct.gov, Connecticut's open data portal.

Town level map
Connecticut Summary table
Cases, Death, and Rates by Age Groups
Lab Cases, Hospitalized Cases, and Deaths by County
Coronavirus Business Recovery

Connecticut Business Reopen and Recovery Center

Learn more about the latest information for businesses during the COVID-19 emergency.

ContaCT: Connecticut's Contact Tracing Platform

ContaCT: Connecticut's Contact Tracing Platform

Learn about Connecticut's statewide voluntary and confidential software system for monitoring the health and wellbeing of people affected by COVID-19.

Coronavirus - Personal Protective Equipment

Donate Personal Protective Equipment

Learn how you can make a donation of Personal Protective Equipment to meet the needs of Connecticut's hospitals and long-term care facilities.

About COVID-19

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Contact

Have questions about Coronavirus in Connecticut?

Get answers from the CT Virtual Assistant now:
(833) 250-7633
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Or call the 2-1-1 Connecticut Hotline

The CT Virtual Assistant and 2-1-1 info hotline are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. These services are for general questions about COVID-19. If you're experiencing symptoms, contact your medical provider.

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