Tribe’s EOC Reports 1 New COVID-19 Case: 6 Total Active
May 12, 2021
AKWESASNE — The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Emergency Operations Center is reporting one (1) new case of COVID-19 and no relatives were released from isolation today — making six (6) total active cases in the southern portion of Akwesasne. Fifteen (15) community members were released from quarantine — leaving nine (9) family members and friends in quarantine at home. Please continue to show kindness and compassion to those who have been or are still being impacted by COVID-19, as well as join in keeping our community safe by getting vaccinated when you have the opportunity.
SIGN-UP FOR NY STATE 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 Rebecca.lauber@srmt-nsn.gov to be registered into the New York State Immunization Information System to apply for the Excelsior Pass. Please provide your name, date of birth, your mother’s first and maiden name, phone number, and physical home address.
The Excelsior Pass is a smartphone app that can be used in lieu of your vaccination card to present digital proof of your vaccination, or negative test results, and is being used for gaining entry to more businesses, major stadiums and arenas, special events and other venues across New York State. Please wait at least 14 days after receiving your second dose (Booster) of the vaccine before applying for the pass.
COVID-19 WALK-IN VACCINE CLINICS – WEDNESDAY, MAY 19TH (MODERNA)
As a reminder, Health Services is conducting 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 walk-in clinic is open for all individuals 18-years or older who are interested in receiving their first dose (Prime) of the Moderna Vaccine.
Individuals who are 18 years and older who choose to be vaccinated will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win prizes: including a 70” Flat Screen TV, $250 BJ’s Gift Cards, and a 1-Night Stay in Lake Placid with Zipline tickets! Those who choose to receive the COVID-19 vaccine will also receive a voucher for a FREE Sub, courtesy of Subway located in the Speedway Plaza at 935 State Route 37.
For 16 and 17-year-olds who are interested in receiving the Pfizer Vaccine, please contact Health Services to schedule an appointment by calling (518) 333-0230. Parents with children ages 12 to 15 years old can also call to sign up and be contacted when Pfizer becomes available for this age group. Please leave your name and phone number. A parent must be present for the appointment and once vaccinated, minors will be entered into a drawing to win a $250 Apple Gift Card.
Individuals who received their COVID-19 vaccine away from Akwesasne are asked to call Outreach at (518) 358-3141 to have your vaccination documented with Health Services.
COVID-19 TEST COLLECTION — DAILY @ HEALTH SERVICES
Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services is conducting COVID-19 PCR Test Collection Clinics daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., or while test kits last, 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. Please utilize the new road located across from McGee Road. The drive-thru format is open for all community members and employees of the Tribe, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, Akwesasne businesses, and local 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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