coronavirus cases in Colorado has surpassed 16,000 with 832 confirmed deaths. On Monday, Colorado will enter a new “safer at home” stage where officers will be allowed to reopen, bringing employees back in under strict guidelines.

More Coloradans have died from COVID-19 in less than two months than died in any of the recent flu seasons – which last almost two-thirds of the year, Meg Wingerter reports. Also, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates about 1.4% of people who get a typical seasonal flu need hospital care, but it appears 10% or more of those who get COVID-19 may need it.

Meanwhile, Aldo Svaldi reports that members of the Acacia Tenants Union in Denver are engaging in a rent strike and have posted banners saying “Don’t Pay May” and “Rent Relief Now” after failing to reach terms for rent relief with their landlord, Olive Bark LLC.

Throughout the day, we will share the latest coverage from Denver Post journalists on the coronavirus outbreak on this page. Also, bear in mind The Denver Post relies on support from its readers to provide this in-depth coverage of the coronavirus outbreak, so please consider buying a subscription if you haven’t already.

Here are the updates from May 2.

What’s new

  • Q&A: What are my rights during COVID-19?
  • Colorado’s oil and gas country – and its people – suffer from twin hits to industry during coronavirus
  • Meet the Children’s Hospital Colorado doctor who fought off coronavirus and returned to the front lines
  • Colorado safer-at-home: Here’s what can open Monday
  • George Brauchler: Colorado should brace for a crime wave
  • NRA cutting staff and salaries amid coronavirus pandemic
  • As lockdowns ease, some countries report new infection peaks
  • With pressure growing, the global race for a coronavirus vaccine intensifies

Resources

  • These Colorado counties have extended their stay-at-home orders
  • Frequently asked questions about coronavirus in Colorado
  • Coronavirus timeline: An in-depth look at COVID-19 in Colorado
  • Colorado coronavirus map: Where are cases being reported?
  • Colorado unemployment FAQ: How to apply, details about missing PINs and more
  • Do I have the coronavirus? Here’s what to do if you’re not sure.
  • What we know now: Updates to your coronavirus questions, a month after COVID-19 was confirmed in Colorado
  • Colorado coronavirus housing FAQ: Resources for renters and homeowners
  • How social distancing works and what it means for you
  • Inside Colorado’s growing anti-shutdown movement

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