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Post Weekend March 1 COVID-19 Report: Positives +73

Since our 2/26 update, 73 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported.
CCHD has been informed of several openings at local vaccination sites in Clinton County. These COVID-19 vaccination clinics are restricted to New York State residents aged 65 years and older ONLY. By registering for this clinic, you legally attest that you are a full- or part-time resident of New York State and that you are 65 years of age or older. You must bring proof of both age AND residency to the clinic or you will be turned away.
Champlain Family Health (3/2 and 3/4)
Plattsburgh Family Health (3/2 and 3/5)
Hannaford in Plattsburgh (3/1, 3/2, and 3/3)
Here are links to some frequently requested data:
– Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 700 people tested in Clinton County on 2/27. As of 2/27, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 2.1%.
– NYS School Report Card (providing school and college data): https://schoolcovidreportcard.health.ny.gov
– Hospitalization data: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region. As of 2/27, 71 individuals hospitalized (8 ICU) in the North Country Region.
– Additional information: www.clintonhealth.org/covid19