| Test MV/Drive-through site | MV Hospital | Other/Boards of Health | Aquinnah | Totals | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total tests performed | 7636 | 3130 | 75 | 10841 | |
| Total negatives | 7051 | 3044 | 69 | 10164 | |
| Total pending | 569 | 47 | 6 | 622 | |
| Total confirmed positives | 16 | 39 | 1 | 0 | 55 |
| Percentage positive of total tests performed | .21% | 1.25% | .51% | ||
| Antibody tests | 17 | 17 | |||
| Off-Island tests | |||||
| Symptomatic positives | 3 | 3 | |||
| Total Cases (positive tests + antibody tests + symptomatic positives) | 75 |
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COVID-19 tests and results
Each positive test does not necessarily represent a newly infected individual. For example, a positive test reported on July 1, 2020 by Martha’s Vineyard Hospital was a second test for an individual who had previously tested positive. The Total Cases number reflects the most current accounting of unique individuals with confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19 on Martha’s Vineyard.
Island Housing Trust: We Don't Want to Change the Character
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New Covid-19 Safety Rules on Island Trails
Martha’s Vineyard has a rich abundance of protected lands. Many remain open for walking, hiking, bicycling, and running, in strict accordance with state and local regulations. This summer, the Island’s conservation groups are managing some properties differently to help ensure public safety and lower the risks of coronavirus transmission. Please see detailed guidelines for each organization here.
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An Open Letter to Our Community
The coronavirus pandemic presents an unprecedented challenge. At Martha’s Vineyard Bank, we are inspired by the local response, a unique mix of American fortitude, New England stoicism, and a balance of self-sufficiency and neighborly...
