Bismarck  (CSi)  Gov Doug Burgum held his Monday COVID-19 News Conference, joined by State Supt of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler. Scroll 19 minutes for start of comments.

Released May 11, 2020, 11-a.m.

Positive COVID-19 Test Results
Results listed are from the previous day.

INDIVIDUAL WHO DIED WITH COVID-19

  • Man in his 90s from Cass County with underlying health conditions.

 

COUNTIES WITH NEW POSITIVE CASES REPORTED MONDAY

  • Burleigh County – 1
  • Cass County – 16
  • Dunn County – 1
  • Eddy County – 1
  • Grand Forks County – 2
  • Grant County – 1
  • Mercer County – 1
  • Morton County – 1
  • Stutsman County – 2
  • Stutsman Total 15
  • Williams County – 1

 

BY THE NUMBERS

47,014 – Total Tested (+2,145 individuals from yesterday)

45,496 – Total Negative (+2,118 individuals from yesterday)

1,518 – Total Positive (+27 individuals from yesterday)

1.3% – Daily Positive Rate of Completed Tests

115 – Total Hospitalized (+5 individuals from yesterday)

34 – Currently Hospitalized (+5 individuals from yesterday)

846 – Total Recovered (+54 individuals from yesterday)

36 – Total Deaths (+1 individual from yesterday)

 

For descriptions of these categories, visit the NDDoH dashboard.

For the most updated and timely information and updates related to COVID-19, visit the NDDoH website at www.health.nd.gov/coronavirus, follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and visit the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus.

Burgum said, the recent numbers of those testing positive, are looking better, thanks to businesses and the public for being vigilant in helping to keep the spread of COVID-19 slowing.

He said North Dakota remains third in the nationa concerning the number of tests per one thousand per capita.  He said continuing the uptick in testing is the way to get schools open, and to continue with loosening restrictions under the ND Smart Restart goals.  Also, North Dakota is number one in the nation in contact tracing stemming from those testing positive.

On Saturday The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe had many tested in cooperation with the State Health Department and the National Guard.

Long term Care facilities testing is targeted to have all individuals tested by mid May in North Dakota.

Burgum said he will meeting with President Trump this Wednesday to discuss the state’s efforts in testing, and contact tracing.

He pointed out that local schools are making plans for graduation.

He signed and Executive Order, allowing for a “Soft Opening,” of schools to initiate summer programs, this year.

State Superintendent Kirsten Baesler said summer school programs accelerates learning.  Local public and non-public schools in grades k-12, will be able to open this summer starting June 1, 2020, as long as the on site attendance is limited to  15 students or less, and the schools follow safe guideline set forth by the North Dakota State Health Department.

May 15-30 is set for students to pick up personal items, at school buidlings, following ND Smart Restart guidelines for safety.

Child care settings are reminded that modified practices limited the number of children on site will continue through July 3, 2020.

He said options will include, starting June 1, implementing, K-12 facilities for providing childcare.

He said with the reopening of DMV facilities, with over the phone arrangements, the Bismarck call center, was overwhelmed and he suggests those unable to reach DMV on Monday to try again starting on Tuesday.

Air travelers can use an expired drivers license for an ID.  The time line extension means those still needing to obtain a star license have until October of 2021, an extension of one year.

The North Dakota Department of Human Services’ Behavioral Health Division continues to make available new resources through the Parents Lead program to support parents and families during the COVID-19 pandemic.

He pointed out with Behavioral Health, Division director, Pamela Sagness says, “As the school year comes to an end, parents and families are once again adjusting to change. Providing new and updated information is one way we are continuing to support families during these challenging times.”

The new Parents Lead resources touch on a variety of topics, including how to help your children handle stress and anxiety, how to co-parent during the pandemic, safe ways to promote social interaction virtually, tips for dealing with adult children moving home and a 30-day parenting challenge of fun activities to do with your family while social distancing. These resources can be found online at www.parentslead.org/COVID-19.