Clinton County Health Department May 8th COVID-19 Briefing
The Clinton County Health Department Media conference ended at 11:13 p.m.
Here’s some of the most important information imparted:
CVPH elective surgery will SLOWLY resume on May 18th. Patients will be notified when their surgery is scheduled.
Positive cases remained the same at 76. Only two COVID patients are currently in the hospital and they are recovering.
CVPH is focusing on reopening slowly and safely. They want people to be reassured that they are operating safely.
Emergency Room volume has dropped significantly. CVPH is very concerned that people who have a REAL emergencies are not coming to the ER. The ER is open for business for real emergencies. PLEASE go in if you have a medical emergency or call 911.
CVPH will not be utilizing waiting rooms when appointments begin. Patients will be asked to remain in their vehicles. They will be called via phone when the provider is ready to see them.
CVPH is in a very deep financial hole. Many things will have to be done differently. They will be trying as much as possible NOT to reduce staffing; however, no promises can be made at this time. A NYS work-sharing program is being considered. People might share a job but be paid when not working.
It will take months for the hospital to return to normal operations.
The Clinton County Health Department is developing a gradual recovery process. Testing, training, wearing masks and social distancing are absolutely vital.
Local code enforcement officers will be trained to assist with worksite enforcement.
Posted: May 8th, 2020 under County Government News, Heathcare News.