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COVID-19 March 16th Release

3/17/2020

 
​TOMPKINS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Your Partner for a Healthy Community Frank Kruppa – Public Health Director   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 
March 16, 2020
 
For media inquiries: Samantha Hillson, 607-274-6600, shillson@tompkins-co.org For health inquiries: Community Health Services at 607-274-6604   For general inquiries (non-medical): Call 2-1-1 or 877-211-8667
 
New York State Hotline for COVID-19: 1-888-364-3065 Health Advisory Update: 2nd Positive Case of COVID-19 in Tompkins County 
(Ithaca, NY – March 16, 2020) – The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) was notified of a second positive case of COVID-19. The individual has been in isolation since the samples were collected for testing. TCHD public health nurses have begun a contact investigation to determine if there were any additional exposures.
“Tompkins County now has its second positive case of COVID-19. While we continue to prepare to limit the community spread of this virus, we want to assure residents that we are working closely with local agencies to mitigate future exposure.” stated Frank Kruppa, Public Health Director. 
Actions community members can take to slow the spread of disease continue to remain the same: stay home if you are sick, cover your cough and sneeze, and wash your hands well and often, and avoid large gatherings. Those at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19 include older adults, those who are immune-compromised, or have a chronic medical condition, especially heart or lung disease, and diabetes.
Multiple agencies and organizations are working together to provide a unified, coordinated response. In an abundance of caution, many organizations will be changing their practices to best protect and serve the needs of our community.
If you develop symptoms of illness including fever, cough, or trouble breathing, call your healthcare provider before you go to the office.
As this situation evolves, TCHD will continue to send out updates and check the website for updates. 
Stay informed. Get updated information on COVID-19 at:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/index.html
NYS DOH: https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/
World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
Visit the CDC’s Traveler’s Health webpage for the latest travel health notices at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
A hotline is available for New Yorkers to call for information about COVID-19: 1-888-3643065.
For more information go to the Health Department website: https://tompkinscountyny.gov/health. Frequently Asked Questions are here:  https://tompkinscountyny.gov/health/factsheets/coronavirusfaq
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  • Home
    • About
    • History
  • Offices
    • Town Supervisor: Mark Witmer
    • Supervisor's Reports
    • Old Mill Notes from the Supervisor
    • Town Council >
      • Councilmember Murray
      • Councilmember Fracchia
      • Councilmember Snow
      • Councilmember Weiser
    • Town Court
    • Town Clerk >
      • Pay Tax Bills Online
      • Applications and Forms
    • Code Enforcement
    • Highway Department
    • Library
    • Committees >
      • Volunteer Application Form
      • Building and Grounds
      • Communications, Information & Technology
      • Energy Independent Caroline
      • Land Use & Economic Development Task Force
      • Planning
      • Review Board
      • Watershed Committee
      • Zoning Commission
      • Youth Programs and Recreation >
        • JYC Committee Report
  • Notices
    • Upcoming Events
    • Calendar
  • CURRENT TOPICS
    • Brighten Up Caroline
    • Local Food Governance Ordinance
    • SUNX Waiver Application
    • Solar Siting Law
    • Census
    • Verizon Co-location
    • At&T Cell Tower Application
    • Broadband
    • LED Streetlights
    • Town Hall Site Improvements Project
    • Proposed Thomas Rd Wetlands Conservation Easement
    • Change of Speedsville Gen. Store Liquor License
    • Franklin Retail Store Plans
    • Moratoria
    • ATV's on Roads
    • Trail
    • Emergency Medical Services
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    • Emergency Services
    • Wetland, Flood Plain, Natural Resource Maps
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