ANNOUNCEMENTS & ADVISORIES

 

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COVID-19 Vaccine: Get the Facts

Who's first? How is distribution happening? What can we do to continue to protect ourselves? 

 

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*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.

STAY HOME IF YOU ARE SICK!

 

 

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What you need to know from the NYS DOH Covid Information website HERE

 

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New York State COVID-19 Tracker cumulative positive cases by county HERE

 

 

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If You Test More, You Get More Positives, Right?  Actually, no. 

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 on the spread and the containment of the novel coronavirus. .

 

Past Announcements and Advisories:

 

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

 

How are businesses using personal protective equipment (ppe) in the work place? 

Responsible Parties (owners/operators of businesses) must require that employees use masks or cloth face coverings when  interacting with customers.  Responsible Parties shall not permit..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