Worcester Still Battling Coronavirus Surge As State Begins Reopening

Massachusetts will soon begin phased reopening of businesses and public spaces as the state re-emerges from its coronavirus surge.

But for the city of Worcester, which is still trying to fight off its own surge, safely reopening the city's economy may be more challenging.

Dr. Michael Hirsh, Medical Director of the Department of Public Health in Worcester. joined WBUR's All Things Considered to talk about how the plan could affect the city's health crisis.