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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 […]

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Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the multi-agency task force to combat violations of coronavirus-related regulations at bars and restaurants conducted nearly 1,100 compliance checks between July 21 and July 23, documenting violations at 84 establishments. The task force is led by State Liquor Authority Chairman Vincent Bradley and State Police Lieutenant Colonel Dominick Chiumento. Businesses found […]

We continue to make progress against the virus—yesterday, hospitalizations were at the lowest level since March 18th and there were 156 patients in ICUs, the lowest since March 16th. As we enter the weekend, once again I remind all New Yorkers to act responsibly. Avoid parties and crowds. Wear a mask. Set an example for […]

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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 […]

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July 23, 2020. I have a message for young people: This is not the time to fight for your right to party. We are seeing a statistically significant increase in the COVID infection rate in 21- to 30-year-olds. Remember: Young people can get seriously sick and some will die from the virus. Young people can […]

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Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced that Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) has been awarded a $250,000 grant through the HHS’ Rural Health Care Coordination Network Program. The purpose of the program is to support rural health consortiums/networks aiming to achieve the overall goals of improving access, delivery, and quality of care through the application […]

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

COVID-19 July 23 Updates SLA Guidelines There are new FAQs for the recent State Liquor Authority guidance that was released last week which include important information about what counts as food under the guidelines. Here is an important question included in the guidance: Q: I operate a restaurant or bar, and I understand that I must serve sandwiches, soups, or […]

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When New York began to reopen, we expected to see the infection rate go up as people moved about. That has not happened. What happened was far better: The infection rate keeps going down. That is a testament to New Yorkers’ civic-mindedness. Still, there are two threats that we face. The first is the risk […]

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  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.

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

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