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o Genesee County<\/strong> received 8 new positive cases of COVID-19 for a total of 960 positive cases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 The new positive cases reside in Alabama, Alexander, Batavia, Bergen, Bethany, Byron, Darien, Elba, LeRoy, Oakfield, Pavilion, Pembroke, and Stafford. <\/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, and 80\u2019s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 126 of the previous positive individuals have recovered and have been removed from the isolation list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 12 of the positive individuals are hospitalized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 One of the individuals identified at The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Batavia and one of the individuals identified at the Batavia VA Medical Center have been identified as out-of-county residents and have been removed from our facility and total count. <\/p>\n\n\n\n o Orleans County<\/strong> received 9 new positive cases of COVID-19 for a total of 632 positive cases <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 The new positive cases reside Barre, Clarendon, Murray, Ridgeway and Shelby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 The individuals are in their 0-19\u2019s, 30\u2019s, 40\u2019s, 50\u2019s, and 60\u2019s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 One of the individuals were on mandatory quarantine prior to testing positive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 11 of the previous positive individuals have recovered and have been removed from the isolation list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 1 of the new positive cases was recovered prior to the health department receiving the test results and are included in the recovered data. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a7 6 of the current positive individuals are hospitalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Click here to view the Genesee and Orleans County online map of confirmed cases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 Business Reminder<\/strong>: It is important to periodically review your Business Safety Plan that was developed earlier on in the pandemic. As part of the plan businesses were encouraged to develop contact sheets for all patrons to assist with contact tracing in the event of a potential COVID-19 exposure. This will help in investigations and will limit the necessity of press releases which will help limit potential spread. COVID-19 101 <\/p>\n\n\n\n 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. \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 Updates:<\/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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Go to: https:\/\/coronavirus.health.ny.gov\/findtest-site-near-you<\/a> \uf0b7 Effective November 13 at 10 p.m., bars, restaurants and gyms, as well as any State Liquor Authority-licensed establishment, must close in-person service from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily. \uf0b7 Effective November 13 at 10 p.m., indoor and outdoor gatherings at private residences will be limited to no more than 10 people. Faith-based Organizations<\/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. 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 our counties to be considered a micro-cluster which will place the area under stricter restrictions. Micro-clusters<\/strong>: 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 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. COVID-19 Travel Advisory | Department of Health (ny.gov)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Governor is also encouraging that non-essential travel to\/from Community Testing Sites<\/strong> \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 \uf0d8 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, Talk with your primary care provider today! #SleeveUp #FightFlu For locations go to https:\/\/vaccinefinder.org<\/a>\/ . 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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n NYS Flu Tracker – Weekly – NYAPD<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n For the current week ending date 11\/14\/20 Genesee County has 2 cases and Orleans County has 0 cases. There are 197 cases statewide. This is up 17% from previous week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 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\n\n\n COVID-19 Resources<\/strong> Mental Health Resources<\/strong>: We can\u2019t stress enough the importance to limit time with non-household members. Continue to do your best to limit the spread of COVID-19 and the flu by frequently washing\/sanitizing your hands, wear a mask\/face-covering over your mouth and nose when out in public and keep at least 6 feet from \u2026<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/videonewsservice.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Dec-1-2020.jpg?resize=737%2C695&ssl=1\")
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\uf0b7 Consider continuing or reinstating remote worship due to increased numbers of positive COVID-19 cases to protect your more vulnerable population.
\uf0b7 For those who are at risk of complications for COVID-19 or the flu, consider to connect with your house of worship remotely to lessen the risk of contracting COVID-19 or the flu.
\uf0b7 If you are sick or experiencing new symptoms, STAY HOME and worship remotely. Don\u2019t share your germs with others.
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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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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 form or be subject to a $10,000 fine. Click here for the traveler health form. Welcome to New York State Traveler Health Form (ny.gov)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\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 other people, even in your household<\/p>\n\n\n\n
research shows that the vaccination reduces the risk of severe illness. Getting a flu vaccine can save healthcare resources for the care of patients with COVID-19 and other illnesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\uf0b7 For general inquiries contact or call the Hotline: 1-888-364-3065 or click Ask A Question Ask Us a Question | Department of Health (ny.gov)<\/a>
\uf0b7 To file a report of an individual failing to adhere to the quarantine pursuant to the travel advisory, please call 1-833-789-0470 or click here to file a complaint online. File Complaint (custhelp.com)<\/a>
\uf0b7 Complaints and concerns: https:\/\/forward.ny.gov\/new-york-state-pause<\/a>
\uf0b7 Finger Lakes Regional Control Room: flnyf@esd.ny.gov<\/a>
\uf0b7 To file a complaint about a business, location or incident in your community you can call 1-833-789- 0470 or https:\/\/mylicense.custhelp.com\/app\/ask<\/a>
\uf0b7 To find a test site, click the link: https:\/\/coronavirus.health.ny.gov\/find-test-site-near-you<\/a>
\uf0b7 ROC COVID-19 Health Screener: To learn more go to: https:\/\/www.roccovid.org\/index.html<\/a>
\uf0b7 For access to various languages and ASL videos click this CDC link. Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDC<\/a>
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Care+Crisis Helpline: 585-283-5200 or text \u2018Talk\u2019 to 741741
Genesee County Mental Health Department: 585-344-1421
Orleans County Mental Health Department: 585-589-7066<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"