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Source: Since Sept. 1, COVID-19 killed 18 Albany County residents. 14 were unvaccinated

Since our 10/12 update, 22 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19. – CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. – […]

Source: University of Vermont Health Network outlines solutions to issues around accessing care – VTDigger

Source: NY ordered to continue religious exemptions to Covid vax mandate for health workers – syracuse.com

Source: Onondaga County overdose deaths rise 8%: ‘Cocaine users are dropping dead from fentanyl’ – syracuse.com

Source: US to reopen land borders for fully vaccinated in November

Source: Hochul to fight federal injunction on vaccine mandate | Sun Community News ALBANY | A federal judge has temporarily allowed New York health care workers to apply for religious exemptions to the state’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, but Gov. Kathy Hochul swiftl

Since our 10/8 update, 123 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. CCHD has received notification of two additional COVID-19 related deaths of Clinton County residents. These deaths bring the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Clinton County to thirty-nine. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of […]

“Teachers are going to get a little extra lovin’ this week with free breakfast “Thank You” meals from McDonald’s as a token of appreciation. Advertisement Any educator, including teachers, administrators, and school staff can go to McDonald’s from Oct. 11 to Oct. 15 to receive their breakfast meal, McDonald’s said in a news release Friday.” […]

Senator Dan Stec today said landlords who were unable to participate in the New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) may apply for assistance available through a new $125 million fund. The program is administered by the State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) and applications are now being accepted. “This is a […]

“The new laws will decriminalize the sale and possession of a syringe, establish a statewide directory for the overdose antidote medicine naloxone, and ban prosecutors from using naloxone use as evidence in a criminal case. They also require better addiction treatment for prison inmates and divert some offenders into rehabilitation programs instead of jail.” Source: […]

Source: School sports are back, but quarantines and vaccines are changing them | NCPR News

 3-week hiatus aimed at preserving beds, providing staff relief  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/08/2021) — In response to an increase in patient volume, critical workforce shortages and significant number of COVID positive admissions, The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) has placed a 3-week pause on elective surgical procedures that require inpatient […]

Since our 10/7 update, 51 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Potential COVID-19 Exposure: Residents who attended a reception at Gigi’s in Keeseville, NY on Friday, October 1, 2021 may have been exposed to COVID-19. The Clinton County Health Department recommends that residents self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 over the 14-day period from […]

“During 15 months of the nearly 19-month COVID-19 pandemic, more than 120,000 U.S. children lost a parent or grandparent who was a primary provider of financial support and care, the study found.” Source: More than 120,000 US kids had caregivers die during Covid pandemic – syracuse.com

Source: Pfizer asks US to allow Covid shots for kids ages 5 to 11 – syracuse.com

Since our 10/7 update, 31 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19. – CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. – […]

Source: NY Excelsior Pass vaccine passport updated to accept proof from other states – syracuse.com

Source: Hudson Headwaters awarded $1.5 million grant | Sun Community News QUEENSBURY | Hudson Headwaters Health Network has been awarded nearly $1.5 million in funding from the Department of Health and Human Services.

“Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the federal aid Oct. 5 to help older adults meet basic needs, remain in their homes, slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus and get vaccinated.” Source: NY announces $149 million for older adult assistance efforts | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | The North Country is expected to see a sizable […]

Source: Across the Adirondacks, tourism was up and down this summer

Since our 10/5 update, 30 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported. Here are links to some frequently requested data: – A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19. – CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848. – […]

“If you’re admitted for COVID-19 it’s safe to say that you are feeling pretty bad,” he said. “It’s not the normal ‘suffer it out at home’ that you you would do for influenza or something like that.” Scollin said one of the hospitalized people is on a ventilator. He said ventilator use has been rare […]

Source: BHSN wins $5 million grant | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Hochul imposes new Covid-19 vaccine mandate for mental health workers – syracuse.com