Tribe’s Health Services Reports 44.7% Vaccinated

Jul 16, 2021

AKWESASNE — The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Health Services is reporting a 44.7% vaccination rate in the southern portion of Akwesasne — leaving 55.3% or 4,363 family members and friends who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Health Services is also reporting no new cases or active cases under the Tribe’s jurisdiction. Individuals are still urged to protect themselves by getting vaccinated — particularly as the more contagious Delta variant is now racing across the country and creating new outbreaks among unvaccinated individuals.

On July 14^th, Kahnawake’s Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre’s Local Public Health Team and their Public Safety Commission reported a COVID-19 Outbreak, which includes eight (8) active cases and approximately 60 individuals in isolation. The outbreak took place between non-vaccinated individuals and shows that the COVID-19 virus is still present and poses a threat. As a result, individuals traveling to Kahnawake are asked to please exercise caution and wear a mask in all public indoor places, including at businesses and stores.

As of July 15^th, the Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services reports that 7,303 total vaccinations have been administered. This includes 3,773 Primes, or first doses, provided to individuals of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccines. Additionally; 3,530 Boosters; or second doses, have been provided at the Wednesday Walk-in Vaccine Clinics.

The total number of vaccinations administered to date are as follows:

Age Group	Prime Shots	Booster Shots	Total Vaccinations	Population	% Fully Vaccinated	% Not Vaccinated
12-15yrs	84	56	140	585	9.6%	90.4%
16-17yrs	125	104	229	282	36.9%	63.1%
18yrs+	3,564	3,370	6,934	7,027	48%	52%
Totals	3,773	3,530	7,303	7,894	44.7%	55.3%

COVID-19 VACCINATIONS:

Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services announced individuals can receive a COVID-19 vaccination during their normally scheduled medical appointment. Please let your health care provider know you are interested in being vaccinated during the time of your appointment. You may also schedule a vaccination appointment by calling Health Services at (518) 358-3141.

Individuals may attend the Open Walk-In Vaccine Clinic being held 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. All individuals ages 12 years or older can attend, but keep in mind that minors require a parent to be present. College students are urged to check with their school’s vaccination requirement for returning to campus in the fall. If you have any questions about vaccine clinics being conducted by SRMT Health Services please call (518) 333-0230.

COVID-19 PCR TEST COLLECTION CLINICS:

Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services is conducting COVID-19 PCR Test Collection Clinics from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at their main campus located at 404 State Route. Please utilize the new road located across from McGee Road. The testing clinic is open for all community members and employees of SRMT, 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 the Tribe’s contract for COVID-19 testing with Mountain Medical will end on July 31^st.

Individuals should only get tested if they are exhibiting symptoms, haven’t been compliant with safety protocols, or no sooner than seven (7) days following a suspected exposure to a positive case. Some early symptoms of COVID-19 are diarrhea, fever, cough, tiredness, or possible loss of taste or smell.

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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