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Since our last report on Friday, January 15, 2021— We sincerely hope you appreciate the new report today that we’ll use moving forward. This presentation includes the total number of Essex County residents vaccinated to date (by any provider) and the number of residents vaccinated by this Health Department. Testing and Case/Isolation Data is also […]

Since our 1/19 update, 41 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Do the right thing to protect your friends, family, and community. If you have tested positive or know you have been exposed to a positive case STAY HOME and away from others. Reduce contact and the length of time you spend with […]

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Since our 1/15 update, 180 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of five COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to eighteen. Though more of our residents are receiving the vaccine, we still need to continue […]

Plattsburgh, January 18, 2021. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) will begin vaccinating residents today. The drive-through facility, located on the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base, is open to all Phase 1a and 1b eligible candidates. “We are grateful to have a state vaccination site here in the North Country,” expressed Legislative Chairman […]

Several people were successful this morning 1/16/21 making COVID vaccination appointments in Plattsburgh. The key is to be PATIENT and hang in there. https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/…

Source: Appointments underway for region’s first drive-thru vaccination site | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The New York State Department of Health will officially open its first drive-thru vaccination site in the region next week.

Since our 1/14 update, 94 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. The NYSDOH drive-through testing site is accepting appointments for next week. The site will be located at 213 Connecticut Road on the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base. Residents can register for an appointment by visiting https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ and clicking on “Am I Eligible?” […]

Source: NYS Vaccine sites to open in Potsdam, Plattsburgh, but appointments limited | NCPR News

Since our 1/13 update, 33 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 deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to thirteen. CCHD has received many questions regarding testing for COVID-19. Not everyone needs to […]

Since our 1/12 update, 59 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 deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to twelve. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. […]

Clinton County COVID-19 Drive-Through Vaccination Facility   Plattsburgh, January 13, 2021. In an effort to distribute COVID-19 vaccine as quickly as possible to our community, Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) has been coordinating with New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) to expedite the opening of a drive-through facility in our area. This site will […]

Since our 1/11 update, 36 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. We appreciate the enthusiasm our residents have to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. At this time, eligibility and distribution are determined by the state. CCHD is working to acquire more vaccine for our residents, please be patient. We will continue to give updates […]

Plattsburgh, January 11, 2021. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has indicated that, as of January 11, 2021, New Yorkers in Phase 1a and segments of Phase 1b are eligible for vaccination. “Though groups may be eligible, we are currently restricted on who we are permitted to vaccinate and how many doses of […]

*Attention* Covid-19 Cases are increasing in Franklin County. In order to reduce the spread of infection: Reduce Gathering Sizes. Comply with the face covering requirements of New York State. Socially distance 6 feet and wear your face covering. Wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. Clean and disinfect surfaces. Driver or ride […]

Since our 1/8 update, 173 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of two COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to eleven. The NYSDOH has indicated that, as of January 11, 2021, residents in Phase 1a […]

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“Each time we interview a case it takes about an hour for each,” said Essex County Health Department Director Linda Beers. “Each case is identifying at least five people with who they were in direct contact, putting 150 people per day into quarantine. That is how we know people are gathering because that contact tracing […]

*Attention* Covid-19 Cases are increasing in Franklin County. In order to reduce the spread of infection: Reduce Gathering Sizes. Comply with the face covering requirements of New York State. Socially distance 6 feet and wear your face covering. Wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. Clean and disinfect surfaces. Driver or ride […]

Since our 1/7 update, 50 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 nine. Do the right thing to protect your friends, family, and community. You DO […]

Attention* Covid-19 Cases are increasing in Franklin County. In order to reduce the spread of infection: Reduce Gathering Sizes. Comply with the face covering requirements of New York State. Socially distance 6 feet and wear your face covering. Wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. Clean and disinfect surfaces. Driver or ride […]

Since our 1/6 update, 72 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Please note: the number of lab-confirmed positive and total cases have been adjusted to reflect duplication in lab reports on 1/6. Do the right thing to protect your friends, family, and community. You DO NOT need a public health order to separate […]

New York State plan provides guidance, structure to vaccination effort PLATTSBURGH, NY (01/06/2021) – The arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine to the North Country has generated excitement, anticipation and relief with many in the community eager to roll up their sleeves to be vaccinated. Vaccination of high risk groups, in accordance with the New York […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Notice to Public January 5th, 2021 Frequently Asked Questions regarding COVID-19 vaccine distribution answered by the Franklin County Health Department What vaccines have been approved? Currently, two COVID-19 vaccines have been approved by the FDA and New York State’s independent Clinical Advisory Task Force: one that was developed by Pfizer and BioNTech […]

Since our 1/5 update, 93 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Reminder, you DO NOT need a public health order to separate yourself from others. If you have tested positive or know you have been exposed to a positive case STAY HOME and away from others. CCHD is working as quickly as it […]