Coronavirus

NYS on PAUSE Extended

All non-essential workers must continue to work from home, and everyone is required to maintain a 6-foot distance in public.
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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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Last Updated: April 3, 2020 at 6:15 AM
What You Need to Know
  • The NYS Department of Health has approved Northwell's protocol allowing BiPAP machines to be converted into ventilators.
  • NYS will conduct a hospital-by-hospital survey on a nightly basis to take inventory of supplies; all hospitals are asked to contribute supplies they don't currently need to a centralized stockpile.
  • 85,400 health professionals have signed up to volunteer as part of the state's Surge Healthcare Force, including 21,000 from out of state
  • Consumers and small businesses experiencing financial hardship may defer paying health insurance premiums through June 1, 2020.
  • Governor Cuomo has directed the state nonessential workforce to continue to work from home for an additional two weeks through April 15th.
  • In-person workforce restrictions, which have been implemented through various executive orders are also extended until April 15th.
  • Statewide school closures are extended by two weeks until April 15.
  • New Yorkers without health insurance can apply through NY State of Health through May 15, 2020; must apply within 60 days of losing coverage.
  • New Yorkers can call the COVID-19 Emotional Support Hotline at 1-844-863-9314 for mental health counseling.
  • Department of Motor Vehicles offices are temporarily closed for in-office visits. Online transactions, including for license renewals, are still be available. License and permit expirations will be extended.
  • Testing is free for all eligible New Yorkers as ordered by a health care provider.
  • Your local health department is your community contact for COVID-19 concerns.  

Guidance on Essential Services

This guidance applies to each business location individually and is intended to assist businesses in determining whether they are an essential business and steps to request such designation.

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Help Stop the Spread of the Novel Coronavirus
Protect Yourself and Others
Practice Social Distancing

Even if you feel well, stay at home as much as possible. In public, keep at least 6 feet distance from others. Avoid unnecessary appointments.

Wash Your Hands. Cover Your Cough

Cover your cough and sneezes. Use your elbow or a tissue. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

Take Caution with New Yorkers At-Risk

Take special caution to avoid exposing the elderly and people with underlying health conditions. Avoid visiting those most at risk, call instead.  Offer help with groceries and other goods.

County-by-County Breakdown of Positive Cases Around New York State
Governor Cuomo confirmed 8,669 additional cases of novel coronavirus, bringing the statewide total to 92,381 confirmed cases in New York State.
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