Alert levels are based on new coronavirus cases per 100,000 people in the last seven days, new hospital admissions with COVID-19 per 100,000 people in the last seven days and the percentage of inpatient beds occupied by COVID-19 patients.
"New York City has transitioned to a high COVID alert level, meaning now is the time to double down on protecting ourselves and each other by making choices that can keep our friends, neighbors, relatives and coworkers from getting sick," he said in a release.
"As a city, we have the tools to blunt the impact of this wave, including distributing tests, masks and promoting treatments. Getting back to Low Risk depends on everyone doing their part and if we follow guidance, our forecasts anticipate this wave’s peak will not last long," he
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
NYC Poised to Hit ‘High' COVID Alert Level in Days; Health Officials Issue New Mask AdvisoryNYC is preparing to change its COVID alert level for the second time this month. Here’s what an upgrade to “high” alert means for you and what to know about mask protocol going forward.
Read more »
NYC expected to elevate to 'high' COVID alert level in coming days, indoor masks urgedNew York City is expected to enter the high COVID-19 alert level in the coming days, and health officials are strongly recommending wearing masks in public indoor settings.
Read more »
NYC reaches ‘high alert’ level for COVID-19 as cases, hospitalizations continue risingNYC’s risk level for COVID upgraded to high on Tuesday, according to the city’s Health Commissioner. The statement did not contain a new mandate for mask wearing or vaccination, but reiterated a 'strong recommendation' to wear high-quality masks in public.
Read more »
New York City raises COVID alert level to 'high,' advises indoor masks in public settingsDeveloping Story: New York City health commissioner raises COVID alert level to 'high,' advises masks indoors
Read more »
Warriors: Steve Kerr clears NBA COVID protocol, returns to coaching dutiesAfter a 3-game playoff COVID hiatus, Golden State's Steve Kerr has cleared the NBA's infection protocol and returned Sunday to his head coaching duties with the Warriors.
Read more »