Clinton County Feb. 2 Lab-confirmed positives +32
Since our 2/1 update, 32 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of a COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to twenty-one.
CCHD continues to ask residents to take precautions to protect themselves, their families, and the community. Reduce contact and the length of time you spend with those who do not live in your household. When you are out in the community, wear a mask that goes over your nose AND mouth. Keep at least 6ft between yourself and others. Avoid crowds and gatherings. Wash your hands often or use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Stay home when you are sick. If you are in one of the eligible groups, schedule your COVID-19 vaccination.
Here are links to some frequently requested data:
– Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 453 people tested in Clinton County on 1/31. As of 1/31, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 5.9%.
– Vaccination information: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ or http://www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine/
– NYS School Report Card (providing school and college data): https://schoolcovidreportcard.health.ny.gov
– NYS DOCCS data: https://doccs.ny.gov/doccs-covid-19-report
– Hospitalization data: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region. As of 1/31, 93 individuals hospitalized (13 ICU) in the North Country Region.
– Additional information: www.clintonhealth.org/covid19
Posted: February 2nd, 2021 under County Government News, Heathcare News.