The Latest: Fauci: Vermont's virus efforts model for nation

MONTPELIER, Vt. — Dr. Anthony Fauci calls Vermont’s ongoing efforts to control the coronavirus a model for the nation.

The top infectious disease expert appeared on video at Gov. Phil Scott’s virus briefing Tuesday. Fauci says Vermont has emphasized wearing masks, avoiding crowds and keeping physical distance.

He says those measures work in small states along with states such as New York, Texas and California.

Vermont has the lowest rate of positive tests for the coronavirus in the country and the lowest number of cases per capita.

The state has conducted rapid testing and contact tracing of potentially infected individuals and continuing its gradual reopening. Vermont has recorded 1,700 total coronavirus cases and 58 confirmed deaths.

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— Dr. Fauci calls Vermont’s coronavirus efforts a model for nation

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— 1.8M people take part in Hong Kong testing program

— Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the House will remain in session until lawmakers deliver another round of COVID-19 relief.

— At least seven people in Maine have died in connection to a coronavirus outbreak following a wedding reception this summer that violated state virus guidelines.

— The COVID-19 pandemic has struck out a number of bars and restaurants near Cleveland’s Progressive Field this baseball season.

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