Two COVID-19 patients die at Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Seven people who tested positive for the disease have died at the facility, and 32 patients remain hospitalized.
Seven people who tested positive for the disease have died at the facility, and 32 patients remain hospitalized.
The hospital said revenues were down $16 million in March, leading to the decision to reduce hours for some workers and place others on temporary leave.
With rent and other expenses still looming during a public health emergency, storeowners and commercial landlords are exploring new arrangements.
The hospital is implementing new safety protocols in hopes of limiting the spread of the disease within the facility.
Local officials have expressed different perspectives on what measures are appropriate to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the community.
A 28-year-old in Sarasota County is the youngest identified coronavirus death in Florida. Two additional hospital workers have also tested positive for the disease.
Sarasota City Manager Tom Barwin issued an order extending permit expiration dates and deadlines for reviewing pending applications. The city is also closing the Van Wezel through April 26.
