JAMA reports highlight number of deaths from COVID-19 Rachel Meell October 27, 2020 1 minute read Ron Fricker/VT The Journal of the American Medical Association recently reported there has been a 20 percent increase since last year of deaths from all causes. WFIR’s Rachel Meell explains what these statistics mean regarding the COVID-19 pandemic: Share: Post navigation Previous: 6 Burlington Elementary School staff have now tested positive for COVID-19Next: Political analyst on game plan for Trump, Biden over next week Related Stories Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026