SRMT EOC Reports 2 New COVID-19 Cases: 8 Total Active
Oct 19, 2021
AKWESASNE -- The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Health Services reported two (2) new positive COVID-19 cases in Akwesasne’s southern portion. They are pleased that two (2) individuals have been released from isolation however, there remain eight (8) total active cases under the Tribe’s jurisdiction. There is no update on the four (4) family members in quarantine at home to prevent further spread and one (1) community member remains hospitalized. We extend them our thoughts and prayers, as well as wish them a safe and complication-free recovery.
If you suspect exposure to a positive case please self-quarantine and monitor your symptoms. Self-monitor for diarrhea, fever, cough, tiredness, or loss of taste or smell. If any of these develop, please call your healthcare provider for guidance. Do not drive to the clinic or hospital without calling first.
Please treat everyone as if they are positive, wear a mask in all public places, wash your hands often, avoid large gatherings and uncontrolled environments where there are no safety measures, social distance, stay in your immediate bubble, and stay home if you are sick.
COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS:
Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services is holding an Open COVID-19 Walk-In Vaccination Clinic every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the former-IGA Building, located at 850 State Route 37 in Akwesasne. Individuals who choose to be vaccinated need to wear a mask, should wear a short-sleeved shirt, and be prepared to wait 15 minutes after receiving their shot
Those who are 18 years or more and choose to get vaccinated will receive a $100 gift certificate from the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort. The gift certificates are being provided to tribal members and employees of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, Akwesasne Mohawk Casino, or tribal enterprises for each dose received. The gift certificates can be redeemed at the casino for cash, while individuals under 18 years will receive a $100 Walmart gift card. The casino gift certificates and Walmart gift card will be provided for new vaccinations only.
Individuals who previously received the COVID-19 Vaccine are automatically eligible to receive a monetary prize at vaccination milestones. Five (5) $1,000 Milestone Incentive Drawings took place on October 13th when the rate hit 50%. The next drawing will take place when the rate reaches 55% and at every 5% increment thereafter. As of October 14th, the current vaccination rate is 52.2%.
The COVID-19 Vaccine is also available from healthcare providers and pharmacies outside of Akwesasne and can be found by texting your ZIP code to 438829, or calling 1-800-232-0233. Community members who receive vaccinations outside of Akwesasne are asked to please call the Tribe’s Outreach Program at (518) 333-0230 to have it documented with the tribal clinic.
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