Tribe's EOC Reports 1 New COVID-19 Case: 18 Total Active
May 4, 2021
AKWESASNE — The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Emergency Operations Center is reporting one (1) new cases of COVID-19 over the past two days under the Tribe’s jurisdiction. Zero (0) community members were released from isolation however, eighteen (18) total active cases remain in Akwesasne’s southern portion. There also remains forty-five (45) family members and friends in quarantine at home to prevent any further spread.
SIGN-UP FOR THE EXCELSIOR PASS
Those who are fully vaccinated through the Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services are encouraged to call Outreach at (518) 358-3141 Ext. 7246. Or email your information to Rebecca.lauber@srmt-nsn.gov to be registered into the New York State Immunization Information System (NYSIIS). Please provide your Name, date of birth, your mother’s first and maiden name, phone number, and physical home address. Immunization records will need to be reported to NYSIIS to be eligible for the Excelsior Pass. The Excelsior pass provides a free, fast and secure way to present digital proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test results without having to carry your physical vaccination card with you.
COVID-19 WALK-IN VACCINE CLINICS – WEDNESDAY, MAY 5TH
Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services is conducting COVID-19 Walk-in Moderna Vaccine Clinics 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. The next Walk-in Clinic is Wednesday, May 5th and is open for all individuals 18-years or older who are interested in receiving their first dose (Prime) of the Moderna Vaccine. Anybody 18-years and older who choose to be vaccinated will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win prizes including: 70” Flat Screen TV, $250 BJ’s Gift Cards, 1-Night Stay in Lake Placid with Zipline tickets!
For 16 and 17-year old who are interested in receiving the Pfizer Vaccine, a Walk-in Vaccine clinic will be held on Friday, May 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the former-IGA Building. You may also contact Health Services to schedule an appointment by calling (518) 333-0230. Please leave your name and telephone number for a health worker to contact you. A parent must be present for the appointment. Anybody 16 & 17-years old will also be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $250 Apple Gift Card!
COVID-19 TEST COLLECTION – WEDNESDAY, MAY 5TH
Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services will be conducting COVID-19 PCR Test Collection Clinics at their main campus located at 404 State Route 37 in Akwesasne, NY. Their new testing facility is located between the Tribe’s Food Distribution and Maintenance Garage. A drive-thru format will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., or while test kits last, Monday through Friday for all community members and employees of the Tribe, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, Akwesasne businesses, and school districts.
Akwesasne residents and employees can also schedule a COVID-19 test by contacting Mountain Medical Urgent Care in Malone at (518) 521-3322 or Mountain Medical Urgent Care in Massena at (315) 705-0700. The PCR Test is free however, requests to receive a Rapid Test is at the individual’s expense. Please note that individuals who awaiting test results cannot receive a vaccination.
If you have a non-emergency matter, please call the Emergency Operations Center at (518) 320-0019; Monday-Friday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
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