In a sweeping statement, county health departments and regional health providers say they prefer to remain masked up, even though the state is set to lift the requirement in hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and prisons. Health departments and providers say in part “the current community burden of COVID-19 remains substantial and is underestimated by case reporting.” The statement goes on to say “The risk for severe disease associated with infection…is ongoing.” Click play to hear Corwin Haeck’s report. (PHOTO: AP File)
