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Plattsburgh, August 23, 2021. With the start of a new school year around the corner, the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is reminding parents to stay on top of vaccination schedules.  “Well-child visits and recommended vaccinations help make sure children stay healthy and are protected from serious diseases,” stated Jaqueline Allan, Registered Professional Nurse at […]

Source: Clinton County Health Dept. gives COVID-19 update, says booster available in fall

Plattsburgh, August 13, 2021. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is advising residents to capture any bats that come in contact with humans or pets. In most cases, bats need to be captured and tested for rabies. Rabies is a fatal viral infection transmitted through an infected animal’s saliva. It is spread to people and […]

Since our 8/9 update, 14 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Over the past month, 42% of all cases have been ‘breakthrough’ cases. In most of these cases, the vaccine is doing what it’s supposed to – reducing the severity of symptoms, chances of hospitalization, and death. None of these cases have required […]

Source: ‘Breakthrough’ cases nearly half of recent Clinton Co. cases | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Nearly half of recent COVID-19 cases in Clinton County were among vaccinated residents, though officials said the vaccine is doing what it’s supposed to do by r

Source: Essex County looks to jump-start Frontier Town gateway project

Plattsburgh, August 9, 2021. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is urging residents to prepare for the extreme heat forecasted by staying cool, hydrated and informed. High temperatures and heat indexes can pose serious health risks, especially for certain populations. Take precautions and learn the signs and symptoms of heat related illnesses.  “The extreme temperatures […]

Since our 8/5 update, 19 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Thursday, August 12. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19. – CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics […]

UPDATE* Since our 7/29 update, 12 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD asks that ANYONE (regardless of vaccination status) who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 get tested, especially if they have had recent contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am […]

Source: Initial East Branch restoration project is a go | Sun Community News UPPER JAY | The Essex County Board of Supervisors green-lighted a project in the Town of Jay to help restore the East Branch of the Ausable River to health, and hopefully reduce the sever

UPDATE* Since our 7/29 update, 12 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD asks that ANYONE (regardless of vaccination status) who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 get tested, especially if they have had recent contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00 […]

Source: Warren County seeks input on use of stimulus funds | Sun Community News QUEENSBURY | Warren County government is poised to receive one of its largest amounts of grant money ever, and county officials would like to hear how the cash should be put to use.

7/30/31 – Clinton County Health Department Post “There is good evidence that our vaccines are safe and effective, and provide protection against the variants circulating in the United States. The vaccines are preventing severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Vaccination is the best way to protect you, your family, and your community. A high vaccination rate […]

Since our 7/26 update, 7 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Clinton County is seeing a small number of ‘breakthrough’ cases. This means they have been fully vaccinated. These individuals are required to isolate during their infectious period. CCHD asks that ANYONE (regardless of vaccination status) who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 get […]

Since our 7/22 update, 1 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive case has been reported. CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Thursday, July 29. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Vaccination data: https://public.tableau.com/…/viz/Covid-Draft/Dashboard. According […]

Since our 7/19 update, 1 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive case has been reported. CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Monday, July 26. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Vaccination data: https://public.tableau.com/…/viz/Covid-Draft/Dashboard. According […]

Plattsburgh, July 21, 2021. As New York State reduces its large-scale COVID-19 testing and vaccination operations in the North Country, the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) and University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) will work together to continue those services for Clinton County residents.  “The large-scale COVID-19 testing and vaccination operations offered […]

Since our 7/15 update, 10 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Several of these cases are connected to each other. Two of the 10 new cases were fully vaccinated. CCHD has not been informed of any variant testing on these cases. CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00 am to […]

Clinton County, NY, July 16, 2021. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), Division of Chronic Disease Prevention and Division of Nutrition have awarded the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) another five-year grant to prevent obesity in New York State. The Creating Healthy Schools and Communities (CHSC) grant will implement strategies in Clinton County […]

Since our 7/12 update, 0 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Monday, July 19. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Vaccination data: https://public.tableau.com/…/viz/Covid-Draft/Dashboard. According […]

Source: Essex Co. appoints Thwaits as Emergency Services director | Sun Community News ELIZABETHTOWN | Max Thwaits III has been the acting Emergency Services director since March.

Since our 7/2 update, 2 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Thursday, July 8. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Vaccination data: https://public.tableau.com/…/viz/Covid-Draft/Dashboard. According to the North Country COVID Vaccine Dashboard 93,255 total doses of COVID-19 Vaccine were given in Clinton […]

Since our 6/28 update, 1 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive case has been reported. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Tuesday, July 6. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Vaccination data: https://public.tableau.com/…/viz/Covid-Draft/Dashboard. According to the North Country COVID Vaccine Dashboard 93,255 total doses of COVID-19 Vaccine were given in Clinton […]

Since our 6/25 update, 1 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive case has been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to thirty-four. Note: Our next case update will be posted on Thursday, July 1. […]