This is the second Pioneer Home resident who has died with the disease. Ten elders have recovered, while two are still being monitored.
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COVID-19 cases grow at North Slope oil fields, Anchorage Pioneer Home, as state confirms 86 positives
State and oil company officials confirmed 13 cases of COVID-19 between two different North Slope oil fields, as Alaska reported 86 new cases of the virus Thursday.
State forecasts decline in new coronavirus infections after July surge
Dr. Anne Zink cautioned that the number of COVID-19 cases will continue to rise and fall. She said the future of the virus in the state will depend on how well Alaskans continue to follow preventative measures like wearing face masks and social distancing.
Eight more COVID-19 cases found at Anchorage Pioneer Home
There are now 12 known cases linked to the Anchorage Pioneer Home.
Four COVID-19 cases reported at Anchorage Pioneer Home
There has been only one other positive case in the state’s Pioneer Home system.
Alaska Pioneer Homes residents fight proposed rate increases
A proposal to more than double the monthly costs for most residents in Alaska Pioneer Homes met with stiff opposition during recent public testimony on the issue.