\u00a7 The new positive cases reside in Batavia, Darien, Elba, LeRoy, Oakfield, Pavilion, and Pembroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a7 The individuals are in their 0-19\u2019s, 20\u2019s, 30\u2019s, 40\u2019s, 50\u2019s, 60\u2019s, 70\u2019s, 80\u2019s, and 90\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a7 Two of the individuals were on mandatory quarantine prior to testing positive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a7 37 of the previous positive individuals have recovered and have been removed from the isolation list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a7 15 of the current positive individuals are hospitalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
o Orleans County<\/strong> received 29 new positive case of COVID-19 for a total of 571 positive cases<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 The new positive cases reside in Albion, Barre, Clarendon, Gaines, Murray,<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ridgeway, Shelby and Yates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 The individuals are in their 0-19\u2019s, 20\u2019s, 30\u2019s, 40\u2019s, 50\u2019s, 60\u2019s and 70\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 Nine individuals were on mandatory quarantine prior to testing positive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 36 of the previous positive individuals have recovered and have been removed from the isolation list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 2 of the current positive individuals are hospitalized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 4 of the 29 new totals being reported today were not included in the mandatory isolation count as their positive test results were received after their isolation period was completed. We encourage anyone who has tested to self-isolate and limit contact with others as they wait on their test results, especially if they are having symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 One of the new positives is an inmate at Albion Correctional Facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Click here to view the Genesee and Orleans County online map of confirmed cases. Genesee Orleans Wyoming COVID-19 Case Tracker (arcgis.com)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A reminder the numbers listed as positive\/active are current community cases. The recovered numbers are only for community cases and do not include non-county regulated facilities. The total positive cases includes community active\/positive, community recovered and all those from non-county regulated facilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n COVID-19 101 Reminders<\/strong>: If a person is identified as a contact, they will be notified by the County Health Department, quarantined and if warranted, swabbed if indicated. Limited information is provided to the public in compliance with HIPAA regulations and out of the respect of those impacted by this virus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 When, and if, there is a situation where potential contact is made in a public location where contact tracing doesn\u2019t have actual names of close contacts, we will send out a media announcement to help seek contacts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 If you are experiencing ANY COVID-19 related symptoms STAY HOME! Do not go to work, do not go to the store, do not go anywhere, YOU are spreading the virus. STAY HOME! <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 We encourage everyone to remember to be polite and respect individual privacy. If you have a complaint about someone or a business use the appropriate channels provided by the state. Using social media to air your complaints and accusing individuals \/ businesses of wrong doing generally does nothing to fix the problem. Be compassionate of other people and spread kindness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Testing<\/strong>: FYI: Due to increased COVID-19 cases and testing demand in the region, the MCC drive-in testing site will be expanding to 7-days and expanding Saturday and Sunday hours to 8am-3pm (starting this weekend). Appointments are required. Go to Find a Test Site Near You | Department of Health (ny.gov)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Community Testing Sites<\/strong> Gathering Size<\/strong>: According to Governor Cuomo\u2019s Executive Order 202.45, all non-essential gatherings of up to 50 individuals of any size for any reason at venues (celebrations, weddings, or other social events at public facilities or private venues) unless otherwise designated (ex. Religious gatherings), are now allowed for those regions in phase 4. So long as appropriate social distancing, wearing cloth masks\/face coverings over their mouth and nose, and cleaning and disinfection protocol requirements are followed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With the recent uptick of individuals testing positive and the stricter guidance placed by the Governor, it is important to remember that those who plan and host non-essential gatherings (whether at a venue or a private residence) as noted above, can be fined up to $15,000, and\/or cause Travel Advisory<\/strong>: Updated 11\/04\/20 \uf0b7 As of 11\/04\/20, there will be new travel guidelines. For more information on the travel advisory, please click here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/coronavirus.health.ny.gov\/covid-19-travel-advisory<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Governor is also encouraging that non-essential travel to\/from Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut and Vermont be avoided as they may meet the criteria for NYS travel advisory. \uf0b7 On 09\/28\/20, Governor Cuomo signed an executive order reminding international travelers entering New York from Level 2 and 3 countries to quarantine for 14 days. This is still in effect. \uf0b7 Traveler Health Form: For all out-of-state or international travelers from NYS restricted states or countries, whether arriving by land or air, must self-identify by completing a traveler health Welcome to New York State Traveler Health Form (ny.gov)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n \uf0d8 School Guidance: Click here to access the COVID-19 Report Card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n School Report (ny.gov)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Flu Season<\/strong>: It is important to get your flu shots now to build up immunity. It generally takes 2 weeks before immunity is built up after getting the shot. Once you have the flu vaccine, if you do get the flu, research shows that the vaccination reduces the risk of severe illness. Getting a flu vaccine can save Talk with your primary It is always good to call prior to going to make sure they have your vaccine in stock. \uf0d8 Flu Tracking: For the 2020-2021 Flu Season we will provide data on Friday\u2019s on the current influenza activity. To check the data click here. For the current week ending date 11\/14\/20 Genesee County has 2 cases and Orleans County has 0 cases. NYS Flu Tracker – Weekly – NYAPD<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n There are 197 cases statewide. This is up 17% from previous week. Cases (Statewide) Season to date: 648. This data is influenza that is confirmed by laboratory testing. Not everyone seeks testing for confirmation of the flu.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" New Positives \u2013 As of 2:00 p.m. covering from Friday afternoon through Monday: o Genesee County received 77 new positive cases of COVID-19 for a total of 729. \u00a7 The new positive cases reside in Batavia, Darien, Elba, LeRoy, Oakfield, Pavilion, and Pembroke. \u00a7 The individuals are in their 0-19\u2019s, \u2026<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/videonewsservice.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/11-23.jpg?resize=694%2C925&ssl=1\")
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\uf0d8 If you are being tested for COVID-19 it is important that you self-quarantine until you get your test results whether you have symptoms or not. If you are symptomatic, meaning you are coughing, have
a fever or other symptoms, self-quarantine even if you are an essential worker until you get your results back, if you have COVID-19 you may be spreading it! That means to stay home and limit contact with
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our counties to be considered a micro-cluster which will place the area under stricter restrictions.
Micro-clusters: The initiative will take the most significant action within the cluster (Red Zone), moderate action in the area surrounding the cluster to stop the spread (Orange Zone), and precautionary action in the outlying communities (Yellow Zone). To learn more about the Cluster Action Initiative go to https:\/\/forward.ny.gov\/ny-forward.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut announced that as of 06\/25\/20 travelers returning or traveling from states with high coronavirus rates will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days.
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care provider today! #SleeveUp #FightFlu For locations go to https:\/\/vaccinefinder.org\/<\/a> . <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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