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COVID-19 Vaccine Information
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COVID-19
Schuyler County Public Health is working closely with County Administration, elected officials, and community partners, including Cayuga Health System, Arnot Health, and other healthcare providers and following guidance from the CDC and NYSDOH. The health and well-being of our community is our top priority. New York State is no longer providing contract tracing and our department will be focusing Covid response efforts on community surveillance. This includes monitoring outbreaks and increased severity of illness so information can be provided to the community timely.
Remember that this virus can spread rapidly if given the chance. Please take care of yourself, your loved ones, and our community. We ask that everyone remain vigilant, stay home if you are sick, test if needed and take advantage of oral treatments that are now widely available. The best defense we have remains vaccination. Vaccines are available at all local pharmacies (call ahead) and at Public Health Clinics.
Local COVID-19 Data
While we are no longer providing COVID updates via our social media or GIS dashboard, you can still view National, State, and County-level COVID data (such as hospitalizations, deaths, vaccination rates, etc.) using the following:
- https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-data-new-york
- https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#datatracker-home
- You can also use the COVID-19 County Check tool below to determine the level of healthcare burden and disease spread in our community and see what actions are recommended. The tool can also be found by clicking here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I tested positive for COVID or was exposed to someone with COVID?
Use the following tool to figure out what to do. You can also click here for CDC's webpage on Isolation and Quarantine.
Please note:
- If you tested positive for COVID or were exposed to COVID, most people will not receive a phone call from NYS or Public Health.
- You will be self-responsible to print off your Affirmation of Isolation or Affirmation of Quarantine form if you need one for your employer / school or for the New York Paid Family Leave for COVID-19. You can print / download a copy of the form to your phone / computer for your records and to give to your employer / school, if needed.
- If you tested positive:
- Click here to use Affirmation of Isolation Form
- This Affirmation of Isolation will serve as your Isolation Order and your Release Notice.
- Click here to use Affirmation of Isolation Form
- If you were in close contact with someone with COVID while they were contagious:
- Click here to use Affirmation of Quarantine Form
- This Affirmation of Quarantine will serve as your Quarantine Order and your Release Notice.
- Click here to use Affirmation of Quarantine Form
- If you tested positive:
- If your symptoms do not improve or worsen, please call your Healthcare Provider. If you develop emergency warning signs of COVID, get medical attention immediately. Call 911 if you have a medical emergency.
- Emergency warning signs may include:
- Trouble breathing
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion
- Inability to wake or stay awake
- Pale, gray, or blue-colored skin, lips, or nail beds, depending on skin tone.
- Emergency warning signs may include:
- Additional isolation and quarantine resources and information
- For the NYSDOH Isolation and Quarantine Guidance, click here.
- To view the guidance in a simplified table format, click here.
- Please remember, if you get a phone call or text message that asks for your banking or credit card information or your Social Security number – DELETE IT – we NEVER ask for that type of information.
- For the NYSDOH Isolation and Quarantine Guidance, click here.
How can I get tested for COVID?
You should get tested for COVID-19 especially if you have symptoms or were exposed to someone with COVID-19. Testing can also be useful if you are planning to attend any indoor gatherings. To find testing locations click here. Please note: If you are looking for your COVID test results, follow up with the testing site where you were tested. At-home COVID tests are also available at stores in our area.
Remember to check with your insurance provider and the testing site as some locations may charge a fee for testing.
If your test comes back positive, please review the directions in the "What should I do if I test positive?" section.
More Resources
- Visit the New York State Department of Health’s website found here or call the New York State Department of Health 24/7 Hotline at 1-888-364-3065.
- Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website found here.
- Click here for information on how to prevent getting sick, including:
- For travel information, including information about international travel, click here.
- For in-depth information and guidance from the CDC for businesses, schools, workplaces, and events, click here.
Working hand in hand with the community
to prevent, promote and protect.
Last updated 03/25/22 dd