Gov. Beshear Announces New Steps to Protect Kentuckians from COVID-19

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Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday the fourth death related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), an 82-year-old woman in Lexington with underlying health conditions.

To show a small, yet significant message of compassion, empathy and renewal, Gov. Beshear said the Governor's Mansion would be lit green in honor of every Kentuckian who passes related to the virus.

"We are entering what will be tougher and tougher times," said Gov. Beshear. "The safest place in the coming weeks for everybody is staying safe at home. This is the test of our time, of our generation, but I know you and I are up for it."

Gov. Beshear also said the error on the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) website has been corrected. Small businesses across Kentucky can now apply for assistance.

To further encourage unity, Gov. Beshear asked all houses of worship and Kentuckians who can to ring their bells at 10 a.m. every day.

Dr. Steven Stack, Commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health, wrote a letter last week to medical students at the three medical schools in Kentucky. More than 200 medical students have already volunteered to help during the state's response to COVID-19. He said he plans to write a similar letter to nursing students.

"I am very proud of that community and all the others I know will step forward," Dr. Stack said.

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