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Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Thanks to data provided by the North Country Hub, we are able to share an update on COVID-19 vaccinations for Clinton County residents. This information is shared with CCHD weekly and we will continue to share it with you as long as it remains available.

Today’s COVID-19 update is posted below. For more information about specific topics: NYS COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/phased-distribution… To determine if you are eligible to get vaccinated and to schedule an appointment at a NYS-run vaccination site: https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ Read more about the state’s micro-cluster strategy here: https://forward.ny.gov/micro-cluster-strategy And here: https://forward.ny.gov/cluster-action-initiative % Positivity information can be […]

*Attention* Franklin County is experiencing community spread of COVID-19 infections. 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 […]

Since our 2/3 update, 13 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 373 people tested in Clinton County on 2/2. As of 2/2, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 5.5%. – Vaccination information: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ or http://www.clintonhealth.org/covid19vaccine/ […]

February 3, 2021. Today I’m excited to announce that Yankee Stadium will open as a mass vaccination site on Friday for eligible Bronx residents. As you may know, the Bronx has the highest positivity rate of all New York City boroughs, and many Bronx communities have suffered disproportionately during this pandemic. It is with that […]

Since our 2/2 update, 31 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of an additional COVID-19 related death of a Clinton County resident. This death brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to twenty-two. Yesterday an announcement was made adding restaurant workers and taxi drivers to […]

Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

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February 2, 2021. We received some good news from the federal government today. The federal vaccine supply to the states will increase by about 20 percent for the next three weeks, up from the initial 16 percent expected bump in allocations. Additionally, private pharmacies in the state who are charged with prioritizing the 65-plus population […]

Source: More vaccines coming to N.Y. with new groups eligible | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | On Feb. 2, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a significant increase in COVID-19 vaccination supplies, as well as new eligibility for qualifying groups in Phase 1B.

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce Gov. Announces Federal Vaccine Supply to Increase to 20% for the next three weeks Total of 2 Million Vaccines Administered To Date Private Pharmacies Will Receive an Additional 10% Directly from the Federal Government to Supplement the Doses Allocated to Them by the State As of Noon today, […]

*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 […]

Source: Localities to decide on expanding vaccine to restaurant workers, others

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Source: City & State Coronavirus Update

Source: Long Islanders hit the road for the COVID-19 vaccine | Newsday

Source: National Women Physician Day: February 3, 2021

From the North Country Chamber of Commerce Marriage Receptions Can Take Place Under Strict State Guidance Starting March 15 Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that assuming New York State’s COVID-19 infection rate stays on its current trajectory, indoor dining in New York City can reopen at 25 percent capacity on Valentine’s Day. The reopening will be subject […]

Since our 2/1 update, 32 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 twenty-one. CCHD continues to ask residents to take precautions to protect themselves, their families, […]

Source: Top health officials resign amid concerns over Cuomo’s Covid response (report) – syracuse.com

Source: What happens if you can’t make your Kinney Drug Covid vaccine appointment due to weather – syracuse.com

Source: Most Of Us Can’t Go Between Vt. And Canada Right Now. But This Trucker Can | Vermont Public Radio

February 1, 2021. A nor’easter is barreling through the state, dropping large amounts of snow in most parts of New York. I issued a State of Emergency for 44 counties and urge New Yorkers to stay off the roads and avoid all unnecessary travel. Our state-run vaccination sites will be impacted by the storm again […]