Week 1 Of Rhode Island's Pause | What To Know

Thursday marks Day Four of Rhode Island's two-week pause, aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus in the state and keeping strain off the health care system.

During her weekly news conference, Gov. Gina Raimondo made a lot of new announcements about the vaccine, testing efforts, field hospitals and more. Here's what you need to know.

Rhode Island's 2 Field Hospitals Open, Accepting Patients

"The quality of our field hospitals is about as good as it gets," Gov. Gina Raimondo said in comparison to other states.

First Coronavirus Vaccines Could Arrive In RI Within Weeks

Gov. Gina Raimondo cautioned that the vaccine will arrive "in a trickle" and most residents won't get it for at least several months.

Beginning Of RI's Coronavirus Pause Looks Promising: Raimondo

Although the state's coronavirus data still looks grim, early indicators show Rhode Islanders are reducing their mobility.

Gov. Gina Raimondo Gives Update On R.I. Coronavirus Testing

The state's main goal is to identify positive cases as soon as possible.

Gov. Gina Raimondo Calls On Healthcare Workers To Help R.I.

Raimondo said the state does not have enough medical workers to staff its field hospitals.