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COVID-19 Update \u2013 as of 03\/08\/20 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWith Governor Andrew Cuomo\u2019s declaration of a state of emergency in New York in response to COVID-19, the Genesee & Orleans County Health Departments are focusing on preparedness to respond to potential positive cases of COVID-19 in both counties,\u201d stated Paul Pettit, Director, Genesee & Orleans County Health Departments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
New guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has authorized health care providers to order testing for COVID-19. There is no evidence of the disease reaching Western New York, however, this is a rapidly evolving situation and the likelihood of more cases being identified in the coming days is possible. We will continue to update with local media as appropriate.
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In Genesee and Orleans Counties, we\u2019ve had 12 people undergo precautionary quarantine based on travel history. 11 have been cleared, with none becoming ill, 1 remains in quarantine with no current illness and will remain under observation through the 14 day period.
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\u201cWe encourage residents to remain calm; be prepared by making sure you have supplies on hand including a thermometer, fever-reducing over-thecounter medication, such as ibuprofen; and listen to factual reports from the CDC, NYSDOH, and Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments,\u201d stated Pettit. \u201cOur social media platforms will continue to post pertinent information\/trusted links and can be found on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram with GOHealthNY as our user name. You can also call the NYS Coronavirus Call Center: 1-888-364-3065 for questions and answers about travel & symptoms or visit the CDC web site at www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus.\u201d
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While there is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19, these simple steps can help stop the spread of this and other respiratory viruses, including the flu (influenza) which is currently widespread:
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If you need to go to your primary care provider, a health center or the emergency room, call ahead to let them know your symptoms, travel and contact history. \uf0b7 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. \uf0b7 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. \uf0b7 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. \uf0b7 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stay home if you are sick. If you have a fever, vomiting and\/or diarrhea you should stay home at least 24 hours after the last incident without fever-reducing \/ anti-diarrhea medications. \uf0b7 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. If you don\u2019t have a tissue cover your mouth with your elbow. \uf0b7 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Press release COVID-19 Update \u2013 as of 03\/08\/20 \u201cWith Governor Andrew Cuomo\u2019s declaration of a state of emergency in New York in response to COVID-19, the Genesee & Orleans County Health Departments are focusing on preparedness to respond to potential positive cases of COVID-19 in both counties,\u201d stated Paul Pettit, \u2026<\/p>\n