ANNOUNCEMENTS & ADVISORIES

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If You Test More, You Get More Positives, Right?  Actually, no.  See data graph that rotates on this dashboard.

Testing had increased and the number of SARS-CoV-2 positives had continued to fall. Until, we saw an increase starting in Week 25 (of 2020), which contined for four weeks. As of Week 30, the number of new infections has slowly trended down.  As of Week 39, we are still showing number of new infections above that in Week 24, and the highest spike to date.  When we see a spike in number of positive test results, we need to check our social distancing practices (six feet physical distancing or mask use when you can't).  It is simple and effective.  Click HERE for more information.

Past Announcements and Advisories:

NYS Governor Cuomo (Executive Order No. 205): Quarantine Restrictions on Travelers Arriving in New York.

Avoid Accidental Poisonings: Five COVID-19 Safety and Cleaning Tips

FAQs

What is COVID-19?

SARS-CoV-2, is a novel coronavirus. A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus was... MORE

How can I protect myself and prevent spreading the virus?

If you are sick with COVID-19 or think you might have it, follow these steps to protect yourself ...MORE

Should I wear a mask?

Effective at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2020 any individual who is over age two and able to medically tolerate a face-covering shall be required to cover their nose and mouth with a mask or cloth face-covering when in a public place and unable to maintain, or when not maintaining, social distance. For guidance on how to wear and/or make a mask CLICK HERE.

What is "social distancing"?

Social distancing, also called “physical distancing,” means keeping space between yourself and other people outside of your home. To practice social or physical distancing....MORE

Is our local hospital, Adirondack Health, testing for COVID-19?

Adirondack Health expands regional COVID-19 testing, implements standing orders at all test sites  – Following the receipt of 2,000 additional COVID-19 test kits from Trudeau Institute, Adirondack Health has devised a plan to significantly expand testing throughout the region. ...MORE

What if I came into contact with a COVID-19 positive person or someone under investigation?

If you were in close contact with someone with COVID-19 while they were ill but you are not sick:

1. Report it to your physician (Call. Do not go to the office, Urgent Care or Emergency Department).
2. You should monitor your health for fever, cough, and shortness of breath during the 14 days after the last day you were.....MORE

What is the difference between quarantine and isolation?

Quarantine is used to keep someone who might have been exposed to COVID-19 away from others. Someone in self-quarantine stays...MORE

More FAQs from NYS Department of Health HERE

The Latest COVID-19 Symptoms, Questions and Answers From Infectious Disease Expert Tim Lahey, MD  HERE

LOCAL BUSINESSES

What are local essential businesses doing to help prevent the spread of COVID-19?

To help prevent spread of COVID-19, procedures and supplies should be in place to encourage proper hand and respiratory hygiene...MORE

Where can I find NYS and OSHA guidance on reopening my business? 

The North Country Chamber of Commerce has maintained a comprehensive list of resources to navigate...MORE

Franklin County Signage for Business Owners HERE

Moving toward re-opening: