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Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Have you explored the NY Forward website? Additional NYS reopening guidance is updated often–you can stay informed by exploring their website at https://forward.ny.gov. #WearAFaceCovering #SocialDistance #WashYourHands

Plattsburgh, August 13, 2020. As North Country residents return to work and school, local health officials are urging community members to continue to be respectful and responsible. While active cases of COVID-19 have remained low in the region over the past month, many residents have expressed concerns about potential rising numbers as students return to […]

Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. We continue to receive many questions about travel restrictions. To view NYS guidance for travel and an up-to-date list of restricted states, visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory. Note: One additional lab-confirmed positive has been added and has recovered. Though this individual contracted and recovered from the virus outside of Clinton County, NYSDOH requires […]

I am offering 2 live Zoom programs: August 20 at 10:00 am, 3 of our Master Gardener Volunteers and I will hold an open forum for the public to ask questions. We will share some of our gardening experiences, and offer tips we have found useful. If you would like to participate email me and […]

Clinton County Health Department’s COVID-19 case updates. As the North County continues to reopen and more residents are returning to work and school, it is important that we continue to practice everyday safety measures. Avoiding gatherings, wearing face coverings, maintaining physical distance (at least 6 feet) from others, and washing our hands frequently is how […]

Here are today’s Clinton County Health Department COVID-19 case updates. Humidity is expected to rise this week. In addition to wearing face coverings, washing hands frequently, and maintaining physical distance (at least 6 feet), stay cool while staying safe with these tips: – Bring water with you and drink plenty of fluids. – Wear lightweight, […]

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Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Many residents have asked where they can be tested for COVID-19. CVPH is a New York State-designated COVID-19 testing site and offers three locations to receive a COVID–19 screening, depending on your individual needs. For details visit www.cvph.org/Patients-and-Visitors/Patients/COVID-Testing. To find additional COVID-19 testing sites near you visit […]

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. CCHD – Though COVID-19 is widespread in several areas of the United States, in the North Country we are doing well. Thanks to our residents acting responsibly and following precautions, we have been able to slow the spread. Keep up the good work! To stay open and […]

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. We’ve received many questions and concerns regarding past or upcoming large gatherings. First and foremost, the BEST thing residents can do is avoid large gatherings. CCHD does not recommend large gatherings with people outside your household. NYS currently restricts gathering sizes to 50 people or less in […]

From the CCHD – Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. Many residents are purchasing hand sanitizer more frequently. When stocking up, be sure to select a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% of one of these active ingredients: Ethyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Alcohol, or Benzalkonium Chloride. The active ingredients work best when you […]

Plattsburgh – Given the presidential election and the COVID-19 pandemic, many at-risk people are undoubtedly considering casting absentee ballots. Absentee voting is nothing new. It’s been in use for decades, especially by military members and people serving overseas, as well as the sick and disabled. This year all registered voters are eligible to apply for […]

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. – In case you missed Friday’s Q&A session, watch it here: https://youtu.be/hryfjRP0aeQ. – To find a COVID-19 test site, visit: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/find-test-site-near-you – For hospitalization data for the North Country Region, visit: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region – For the latest information on the NYS travel advisory, visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory – To file […]

Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case counts. CCHD: As many of us are using hand sanitizer more frequently, we want to make you aware of a recent FDA warning on hand sanitizer. The FDA is warning consumers and health care providers that the agency has seen a sharp increase in hand sanitizer products that […]

Clinton County COVID-19 case updates. We’ve received many questions and concerns about the Bass-Masters Elite fishing tournament. Please know: – Prior to entering NYS, the Bass-Masters Elite was required to submit a safety plan, which was approved by the NYS Empire State Development (ESD) Corp. – Due to previous stops in NYS before reaching Clinton […]

  Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case count updates. CCHD would like to thank those individuals who have taken responsibility, contacted, and cooperated with our contact tracing team after attending a recent party. Our individual actions have an impact on the overall community as we work together to stop the spread of COVID-19. We […]

Source: New coronavirus cases in Clinton County linked to party of 150 people in Altona | NCPR News

CCHD: Clinton County currently has 7 active cases of COVID-19. Five of these cases are epi-linked (connected). In addition to travelers and close contacts of known cases, a number of individuals associated with a large gathering on 7/17/20 are also under quarantine. CCHD continues to urge all individuals who were at a party on Memory […]

Plattsburgh, July 24, 2020. Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) has confirmed that three individuals who attended a large gathering in Altona, NY have tested positive for COVID-19. The party took place on the evening of Friday, July 17, 2020, on Memory Lane Way in Altona, NY.  “Anyone who attended this party has potentially been exposed […]

  CCHD – We continue to receive numerous travel-related questions from residents, including many residents asking if they should travel. CCHD does not recommend that individuals travel at this time. COVID-19 cases and deaths have been reported in all 50 states, and the situation is constantly changing. Because travel increases your chances of getting infected […]

  CCHD Message: Here are today’s Clinton County COVID-19 case count updates. We continue to receive many questions about travel restrictions. To view NYS guidance for travel and an up-to-date list of restricted states, visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory. Keep up the good work! 💪 Wear a face covering, practice physical distancing, and wash your hands.

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Note: Clinton County COVID-19 case data reported by NYS differ slightly from data reported by CCHD. The NYS COVID-19 Tracker (found here: https://on.ny.gov/2ZLqPOE) does not include Clinton County residents tested out of state (such as residents who were tested in Vermont but live in Clinton County, NY). All cases reported by CCHD were living in […]