{"id":29193,"date":"2021-11-19T17:49:46","date_gmt":"2021-11-19T22:49:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/?p=29193"},"modified":"2021-11-19T17:49:46","modified_gmt":"2021-11-19T22:49:46","slug":"genesee-orleans-health-dept-covid-19-update-surge-in-positive-cases-the-holidays-and-the-start-of-flu-season-prompts-message-from-health-department","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/index.php\/2021\/11\/19\/genesee-orleans-health-dept-covid-19-update-surge-in-positive-cases-the-holidays-and-the-start-of-flu-season-prompts-message-from-health-department\/","title":{"rendered":"GENESEE ORLEANS\/Health Dept.\/COVID-19 Update\/Surge in positive cases, the holidays, and the start of flu season, prompts message from health department"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Press release<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For IMMEDIATE RELEASE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the recent increase in positive cases of COVID-19, colder weather and the upcoming holidays it is important to remember we are still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and the beginning of flu season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are currently seeing a surge of positive COVID-19 cases across Genesee and Orleans Counties, the Finger Lakes and Western New York regions,\u201d stated Paul Pettit, Director of Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments. \u201cWe want families to be able to enjoy the holidays together, however we are encouraging them gather safely.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we come together to celebrate Thanksgiving this week and Christmas and New Year\u2019s next month, here are some tips for a safer holiday season:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 If you aren\u2019t vaccinated or have not gotten a booster, now is the time. Talk with your primary care provider to determine what is best for you or if you have questions or concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Even if you don\u2019t have symptoms, consider testing prior to any gathering to know your COVID-19 status so you are limiting potential spread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 The more people a person is in contact with, and for longer periods of time, the greater the risk of being exposed to and transmitting COVID-19. Limit time in large groups and increase space and\/or wear face masks even if you are fully vaccinated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Wash hands frequently and sanitize shared items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 If you are sick, experiencing COVID-19 or flu symptoms, are in isolation or quarantine, do NOT participate in any holiday activities until you are cleared and symptom free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 If you are planning to attend a holiday\/seasonal gathering and start experiencing symptoms, stay home, consider getting tested for COVID-19. Isolate until you get your test results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Limiting social contact is challenging for many people but there are still ways to be in contact without being in their physical presence. Consider having your \u2018gatherings\u2019 over social media platforms. You can still connect and have fun in the safety and comfort of your own home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 If you do choose to participate in various activities, wear a face masks\/coverings to minimize exposure indoors\/outdoors when with people not in your household and when vaccination status is unknown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are seeking a booster (all adults are now eligible) or start vaccination you can visit www.GOHealthNY.org<\/a> website and choose vaccination information. GO Health has clinics at their respective health departments. Registration is required for ALL vaccination clinics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orleans County vaccination clinics<\/strong> are scheduled for Tuesday, November 23rd at the Orleans County Health Department, 14016 Route 31 West, Albion, NY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Moderna Boosters ONLY \u2013 10:00-11:30 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 All doses (no pediatric appointments for 5-11 year olds) \u2013 1:30 -3:30 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Genesee County vaccination clinics<\/strong> are scheduled for Wednesday, November 24th at the Genesee County Health Department, 3837 West Main Street Road, Batavia, NY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Moderna Boosters ONLY \u2013 9:30-10:30 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 All doses (no pediatric appointments for 5-11 year olds) \u2013 10:30 a.m. \u2013 12:00 noon<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Press release For IMMEDIATE RELEASE With the recent increase in positive cases of COVID-19, colder weather and the upcoming holidays it is important to remember we are still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and the beginning of flu season. \u201cWe are currently seeing a surge of positive COVID-19 \u2026<\/p>\n

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