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Clinton Count Health Department April 3, 2020 Media Conference

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Facebook Live COVID-19 Online Conference Friday, April 3rd at 11 a.m.

From the Clinton County Health Department A Facebook live media event will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday, April 3, 2020. Updates will be provided on Clinton County’s readiness and current activities, including coordination between UVM-CVPH and other county entities. The status of the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on Clinton County, steps individuals should take […]

Clinton County Health Department COVID-19 April 2, 2020 Case Update

Residents Advised to Continue COVID-19 Prevention Strategies   Plattsburgh, April 2, 2020. The number of individuals with positive test results in Clinton County remains at 26 with one additional probable case. Testing for this person produced indeterminate results but symptoms have been consistent with COVID-19. Negative test results have been received for 194 individuals. Six […]

Clinton County Case Update and Tips for Managing Symptoms at Home – Case Rise Continues

Plattsburgh, April 1, 2020. As of this morning, Clinton County has 24 laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19, as well as one probable case. This figure represents the total number of positive test results since testing began. To date, 186 tests have come back negative. Five of the individuals testing positive have since recovered. Many other individuals […]

Clinton County Health Department Report: New Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed as Others Recover

Plattsburgh, March 31, 2020. Several new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 bring the total in Clinton County to 20. This figure represents the total number of positive test results since testing began. To date, 160 tests have come back negative. Five individuals have recovered. Recovered cases are included in the total case count.   “CCHD continues […]

CPS still operating during COVID-19 pandemic | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Source: Child Protective Services still operating during COVID-19 pandemic | Coronavirus | pressrepublican.com

Clinton County Health Department March 30th COVID-19 Update

There are now 16 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Clinton County, four of whom have recovered. One hundred fifty-five tests have returned negative results. In a media release issued today, the Unified Command for the COVID-19 Response in Clinton County identified two priority messages. One involves follow-up information to a Media Release issued on March […]

Clinton County Health Department March 29th Update – VERY IMPORTANT

CCHD has learned that an individual who was ill and later tested and confirmed positive for COVID-19 was active in the community while symptomatic. Through standard contact tracing and with the assistance of the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department, several businesses visited by this individual have been identified. Notification of those with whom this person had […]

Clinton County up to 12 positive Coronavirus cases

Plattsburgh, March 28, 2020. Clinton County Health Department staff continue to track the number of tests that come back positive for COVID-19 and trace contacts for each confirmed case. As of this morning, Clinton County has 12 positive cases including one inmate at the Clinton Correctional facility and one probable case. There are also 3 […]

Clinton County Health Department March 26th Coronavirus update

Thank you! That’s what CCHD is saying to residents who have been asked to stay home, and are doing so. CCHD also thanks those who are continuing to provide essential services at their usual worksite or by working from home. Erin Streiff, Director of Health Care Services for Clinton County Health Department noted, “We might […]

Clinton County Healthcares Department COVID-19 March 25th Case Update

Plattsburgh, March 25, 2020. As of Wednesday morning, the Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is reporting nine confirmed cases of COVID-19; eight of these cases are community residents and one is an inmate at Clinton Correctional Facility. To date, ninety tests have come back negative. Eighty-one residents are in quarantine without symptoms and ten are […]

Manage Anxiety and Stress – Clinton County Health Dept.

Health Department Coronavirus Update – March 24, 2020

Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is reporting eight confirmed cases of COVID-19; seven of these cases are community residents. Earlier today, CCHD received laboratory results for an eighth case. This individual is an inmate at Clinton Correctional Facility. CCHD has been in contact with Clinton Correctional Facility, the NYS Department of Health (DOH), and the […]

Clinton County has 7 confirmed Coronavirus cases

Update from the Clinton County Health Department There are now seven cases of COVID-19 and it is anticipated that, just as in other locales, this number will begin to rise more quickly. For this reason, CCHD will be providing a once-a-day case count along with other relevant information. The count will be updated by the […]

More Info from the Clinton County Office of Emergency Services

Folks, passing along the link below which takes you to a Governor’s page for complete Guidance of Essential Serivces Under the “New York State on Pause” Executive Order issues on the 20th indicating that all non-essential businesses statewide must close in-office personnel functions effective at 8pm on Sunday, March 22nd. Common sense must prevail and […]

DMV Closed Until Further Notice

CLINTON COUNTY URGES RESIDENTS TO REMAIN HOME 

PLATTSBURGH, NY – Clinton County Government Officials can’t stress strongly enough for ALL residents, especially those that are most susceptible to the impacts of the COVID-19 virus, to stay home. Practicing, what has overnight become a common household term, social distancing is crucial to combating the virus by limiting the spread and ultimately protecting the […]

Stay Home, Save Lives: Clinton County calls on residents to reduce spread of coronavirus | NCPR News

Source: Stay Home, Save Lives: Clinton County calls on residents to reduce spread of coronavirus | NCPR News

Plattsburgh International Airport Update

The Plattsburgh International Airport is still open and operating under normal conditions! However, PBG continues to monitor events, changing policies and growing concerns as the Coronavirus pandemic continues. We communicate regularly with the Clinton County Health Department and other local, state and federal partners regarding preparedness and have taken several actions in response to the […]

Another Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Clinton County

Plattsburgh, March 19, 2020. A second case of COVID-19 has been confirmed m Clinton County. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) learned of this case on Wednesday evening and immediately began the process of contact tracing. Staff are identifying and reaching out to all individuals who may have had close contact with the infected individual. […]

44 tested; Clinton County COVID-19 update – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: 44 tested; Clinton County COVID-19 update – Sun Community News & Printing

All Clinton County convenience stations are closed until further notice

All Clinton County convenience stations are closed until further notice. The Schuyler Falls and Mooers Transfer station are staying open with extended hours. The landfill will remain open normal operating hours. Drop-off Hours: Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – […]

Cl. Co. Legislature supports SkyWest bid |  pressrepublican.com

Source: Cl. Co. Legislature supports SkyWest bid | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Plattsburgh fighting for flights – Sun Community News & Printing

Source: Plattsburgh fighting for flights – Sun Community News & Printing

County leaders baffled and worried over Cuomo’s Medicaid comments

Source: County leaders baffled and worried over Cuomo’s Medicaid comments – The Buffalo News