NPCOVID19 REPORT: Thursday 3/18/21

 

We have 2 new Covid-19 cases in our community reported to us from the Board of Health as of Thursday 3/18, and thankfully 5 more new recovered.

 

Our current total active cases in New Providence is 30 (28 non-LTC and 2 LTC).

 

We will continue to keep you updated as we receive confirmed information.

 

New Providence has had a total of 660 positive COVID-19 cases reported to us since the onset of the pandemic and 480 cases since the second wave, which began in October 2020.

 

Here are the monthly breakdowns of positive COVID-19 cases reported to us from the Board of Health to date since the second wave:

 

October – 12 Cases

 

November- 99 Cases

 

December – 150 Cases

 

January – 110 Cases

 

February – 53 Cases

 

March – 56 Cases

 

PLEASE MASK UP WHERE REQUIRED! It is important to continue to follow ALL CDC SAFETY PROTOCOLS outlined here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html

 

We wish all a speedy recovery! Please keep our lost, afflicted, their families, all of our dedicated first responders, emergency management, medical personnel, and essential workers in your thoughts and prayers.

 

VACCINE Information and Registration:

 

Vaccine eligibility expanded for several categories including transportation workers, public safety workers, and more. Please visit here for more information: covid19.nj.gov/vaccine

 

Union County Vaccine Registration:

https://ucnjvaccine.org/

 

NJ Vaccine Registration:

https://covidvaccine.nj.gov/

 

For more information please visit https://www.newprov.org/2020/12/nj-covid-19-vaccine-information/

 

CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, Rite Aids and Walmart are reserving appointments prioritizing seniors 65+, educators and child care workers:

 

CVS:

https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine

 

Walgreens:

https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/covid-vaccine.jsp

 

To schedule an appointment over the phone, please call Walgreens pharmacy or 1-800-WALGREENS (1-800-925-4733).

 

Rite Aid:

https://www.riteaid.com/covid-vaccine-apt

 

Walmart:

https://www.walmart.com/cp/1228302

 

If you need help scheduling a vaccination appointment you can call the Union County Vaccination Center directly at (908) 613-7829

Mon-Fri 9am-7pm

and Sat from 9am-1pm

 

VAXRIDE:

Through the VAXRIDE initiative, NJ TRANSIT supports New Jerseyans in their efforts to get vaccinated against COVID-19. On their site you will find a map which can be used to find vaccination sites that are served by NJ TRANSIT bus, train and light rail routes. Check back frequently for updates. For additional assistance with finding NJ TRANSIT service to a vaccination site, please contact their Customer Service at (973) 275-5555 8:30AM – 5PM. Automated information is available 24/7.

 

https://www.njtransit.com/vaxride

 

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Please see this video from the Westfield Regional Health Department regarding COVID-19 vaccinations:

http://bit.ly/WRHDVaccineSeminarMarch2021

 

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Free Union County COVID-19 Testing:

 

Free Walk-Up Testing Locations:

https://ucnj.org/covid19/testing/walk-up-locations/

 

Free Drive-In Testing:

https://ucnj.org/covid19/testing/drive-in-kean-location/

 

Covid19 Test Location Finder:

https://ucnj.org/covid19/test-finder/

 

Be safe, keep well, and stay strong. We are all in this together and together we will get through this. Pioneer Strong!

-Mayor Al Morgan

New Providence