Tribe’s EOC Reports Zero New COVID-19 Cases: 5 Quarantined
May 18, 2021
AKWESASNE — The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Emergency Operations Center is continuing to report no new cases of COVID-19 — leaving two (2) active cases in the southern portion of Akwesasne. No community members have resolved since yesterday and five (5) individuals remain in quarantine. These numbers are the lowest reported since mid-March however, the EOC is urging everyone to please continue following the safety protocols that remain in place to keep us all safe and healthy.
MASK DIRECTIVE REMAINS IN EFFECT
The Emergency Operations Center is reminding community members and guests that despite NYS and the CDC easing its guidance on mask wearing, the EOC’s mask directive remains in effect within the Tribe’s jurisdiction. Individuals are still required to properly wear a mask in all public places, businesses, and other locations where maintaining a safe social distance of six (6) feet is not possible.
COVID-19 WALK-IN VACCINATION CLINIC
Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services is conducting a Walk-in Vaccine Clinics on Wednesday, May 18th 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.
COVID-19 TEST COLLECTION CLINICS
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.
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