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First Corona Vaccines!

“Putnam County also received its first shipment of vaccine on Tuesday, County Executive MaryEllen Odell announced via press release. The county health department got 600 doses of the Moderna vaccine, and on Thursday will begin inoculating staff and residents of facilities managed by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, Office of Mental Health, and OfficeContinue reading “First Corona Vaccines!”

AstraZeneca’s vaccine reported confusing trial results

Previously researched by Oxford and AstraZeneca, a “90% effective” CoViD vaccine was only applied at a reduced dose in people under age 55. What was hoped to be ready by year’s end will now need further research. More trials will compare the reduced dose to a standard two-pair dosing of the vaccination. ‘Mr. Pangalos saidContinue reading “AstraZeneca’s vaccine reported confusing trial results”

Virus Surges in Dutchess, Putnam

On Friday, the Highlands Current reported spikes in the CoViD-19 cases active in Putnam & Dutchess counties. As of the 12th, Putnam County added a three-day total of 87 new known Corona virus infections. The county is set to enter a Yellow hot-spot designation, which will result in Garrison school district closing to pupils dueContinue reading “Virus Surges in Dutchess, Putnam”

Dexamethasone is a CoViD life-saver

“Only an old steroid – dexamethasone – has proven life-saving.” So found the World Health Organization in a recent multi-national study. Read a report here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/amp/world-54566730

Tentative School Reopening Guidance

Carmel Schools released preliminary info on how to prep students for possibly returning to school amid the ongoing Corona pandemic. These guidances includes *Teach and model for your children how to maintain social distancing [of 6 feet] and use of a face covering outside the home.*Emphasize proper hygiene with your children including washing hands [forContinue reading “Tentative School Reopening Guidance”

Senator’s Food Drive

Senator’s Food Drive In the town of Bedford, state Senator Pete Harckham hosts a food drive tomorrow, Saturday the 25th, at Noon- 2 pM at Fox Lane Middle School. Please bring dry goods, canned goods, cereal, and other basic foods.

CoViD Vaccine begins phase III trial

Moderna, a medical researcher, completed a phase II trial for a Corona vaccine yesterday. Their vaccine produces anti-bodies against SARS-CoV-2 & also prevents the virus from entering cells. Info on the next phase III trial, including the ~30,000 vaccinations it will entail, is located here: https://www.cnn.com/2020/07/14/health/moderna-coronavirus-vaccine-phase-1-study/index.html

Health Commissioner Nesheiwat’s CoViD-19 Order (2 June 2020)

Official CoViD-19 Health declaration by Commissioner Nesheiwat. Signed June 2nd.

What we Know about Corona

Dr Anthony Fauci shares info on every thing we know about the SARS-CoV-2 & its CoViD-19 symptoms. https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/07/10/fauci-everything-we-know-about-covid-19-so-far/?fbclid=IwAR1NagbKgYUy70B09-GC7s2148KrXosYOGoxC4VQcN7mgbQ89PfWghWD9HY

Blood Drive at Carmel’s V.F.W

For the health of blood transfusees, please attend the Summer Blood Drive at Carmel’s V.F.W tomorrow, from 10 aM to 8 pM. (1) Call 1-800-933-2566 or visit https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/281753 to make an appointment (2) Head to 32 Gleneida Avenue on Rte 52 in Carmel (3) Give blood at your allotted time In light of Corona, noContinue reading “Blood Drive at Carmel’s V.F.W”