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January 28, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Essex County Health Department, in consultation with county leadership, including Board Chairman Shaun Gillilland and Medical Director Dr. Michael J. Celotti, and in collaboration with more than a dozen counties in various regions throughout the state, is authorizing the resumption of “higher risk” K-12 sponsored sports in Essex […]

Since our 1/27 update, 45 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD asks residents to continue following all of the safety practices we have been encouraging all along. 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, […]

Since our 1/26 update, 18 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Clinton County currently has 2 active cases identified as inmates. More information can be found by visiting https://doccs.ny.gov/doccs-covid-19-report. Please note, as stated in the information provided by DOCCS, pending tests and duplicate tests are included in the data reported. CCHD asks residents […]

COVID-19 Vaccine Hotline: 518-873-3697 To support the communication of the vaccine distribution plan in Essex County, our Board of Supervisors/Board of Health has collaborated with the health department to address the questions and concerns of residents in our communities. To that end, we are pleased to announce the launch of our COVID-19 Vaccine Hotline. This […]

*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 rideshare – […]

Since our 1/25 update, 47 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD asks residents to continue following all of the safety practices we have been encouraging all along. 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, […]

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce The region’s new vaccination site continues to see a steady flow of drive-thru appointments as officials now clarify the procedures for second doses of COVID-19 vaccines there. According to the Clinton County Health Department, residents who receive first doses on or after Jan. 20, will have their second […]

Since our 1/22 update, 133 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 twenty. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According […]

Source: Possible exposures at Keeseville and Rouses Point restaurants | Sun Community News KEESEVILLE | Recent patrons at two local diners are now being advised of possible COVID-19 exposure, including one instance where a resident reportedly dined out after testi

*Update* Since our 1/21 update, 38 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. *The date listed on the back of your Covid-19 Vaccination Record Card is NOT the date for your 2nd dose. It is the EARLIEST date you are eligible for a 2nd dose. It does NOT mean you are scheduled for that […]

Source: NYSDOH clarifies Plattsburgh vaccination site’s second-dose procedures | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | As Clinton County recorded 76 new cases of COVID-19 overnight, the region’s new vaccination site continues to see a steady flow of drive-thru appointm

*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 1/20 update, 76 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. We have received many questions regarding 2nd dose appointments from residents who visited the NYSDOH drive-thru site. NYSDOH has clarified the plan for distribution of 2nd doses. For residents who received their 1st dose on or after Wednesday, January 20th; your 2nd […]

COVID-19 Case Statistics As Of 01/19/2021 : Daily Statistics: New Positives: 20 New Probables: 0 Active Cases: 231 Positivity Rate (01/17): 5.63%* 7-day Average (01/17): 6.99%* New Deaths: 0 New Recovered: 23 Individuals in Isolation/Quarantine: 779 Active Cases By Correctional Facility:† Bare Hill Correctional: 53 Franklin Correctional: 40 Upstate Correctional: 4 Cumulative Totals: Cases: 1313 […]

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 […]

Source: State budget leaves local leaders with more questions than answers | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

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 […]