04282021 Srmt Covid 19 Update Dashboard
04282021 Srmt Covid 19 Update Dashboard

Tribe’s EOC Reports 2 New COVID-19 Cases: 9 Total Active

Apr 28, 2021

AKWESASNE — The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Emergency Operations Center is reporting two (2) new cases of COVID-19 under the Tribe’s jurisdiction. One (1) community member was released from isolation however, nine (9) total active cases remain in Akwesasne’s southern portion. There also remains 26 family members and friends in quarantine at home to prevent any further transmissions. Please continue to be kind and understanding to those who have been or continue to be impacted by the virus.

Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services has now administered 6,043 total vaccinations to Akwesasne residents, employees, and others with social or economic ties to the community. These include 2,804 individuals who have received their second shot (or Booster) and now are fully vaccinated. Additionally, 3,239 individuals have received their first shot (or Prime) of a COVID-19 Vaccine. “Niawenko:wa/Thank you very much” to those individuals who have chosen to receive the vaccine to protect themselves, their family, and the overall Akwesasne community.

COVID-19 TEST COLLECTION – DAILY BEGINNING MONDAY, MAY 3RD

Beginning on Monday, May 3rd; 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.

COVID-19 WALK-IN VACCINE CLINIC –WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28TH

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 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.

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.

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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