COVID-19 INFORMATION

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What are the symptoms?

  • Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for those with underlying health issues.
  • Symptoms include fever, cough and shortness of breath and appear 2-14 days after exposure.

What to do if you have symptoms or have been in contact with someone who has tested positive.

  • STAY HOME and call (before visiting) your healthcare provider. Most people with COVID-19 have mild illness and recover at home without medical care. Do not leave your home, except to get necessary medical care.

COVID-19 BY THE NUMBERS

NY STATE MANDATES

  1. New York State on PAUSE:


    100% of the workforce must stay home, excluding essential services.

    All non essential gatherings of individuals of any size for anyreason are temporarily banned.

    All non essential businesses statewide must close in office personnel functions until further notice as part of New York State on PAUSE.

    Bars and restaurants are closed, but takeout can be ordered during the period of closure.

    UPDATE:


    Governor Cuomo announced all NYS on PAUSE functions will be extended.

    The state nonessential workforce will continue to work from home through April 15th.

    Guidance for Essential Businesses

    SCHOOL CLOSURES UPDATE:


    Governor Cuomo has directed all schools throughout New York State to remain closed for an additional two weeks ending on April 15, 2020 to reduce the spread of COVID 19.

    Administrators and teachers continue to have access to school buildings for distance based learning, as well as for distribution of grab and go lunches.

    Nassau County continues close communication with state officials and will continue to follow the state’s guidance on all issues surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak.

  1. Curran Shares Survey Results and Next Steps for Assessing COVID-19 Impact on Local Businesses

    More than half of businesses report layoffs and more than half do not expect a profit in 2020. County Executive also announces Nassau County Bar Association Task Force to assist businesses and residents. Read on...

  2. Curran Urges Nonprofits and Municipalities to Apply for FEMA Reimbursements and Assistance

    FEMA recently announced that it will be reimbursing and aiding organizations who have been providing essential emergency operations on the frontlines of the COVID-19 response. Read on...

  3. COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY

    (MINEOLA, NY) March 13, 2020 - Nassau County Executive Laura Curran today declared a state of emergency in Nassau County in response to the continued spread of novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. Read on...
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