COVID-19 is a disease caused by new respiratory virus first identified in China and is now spreading worldwide. This disease can lead to fever, cough and shortness of breath.
There are thousands of confirmed cases in a growing number of countries internationally and the virus is now spreading in the United States.
There are ongoing investigations to learn more about this virus.
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- Coronavirus symptoms
- Mar. 16, 2020 COVID-19 Update Regarding Tax Payments
- Mar. 15, 2020 Cattaraugus County State of Emergency Declaration
- Mar. 13, 2020 Visitors are not allowed at the Pines Nursing Homes until further notice
- Novel Coronavirus Fact Sheet
Healthcare Professionals & Facilities
Schools & Childcare Programs
K-12 Schools & Childcare Programs
- State Education Department Issues Additional Guidance to Schools Regarding Novel Coronavirus - NYS Education Department
- Scroll to the bottom of the NYS Health page on Coronavirus for "Child Care Providers and Schools"
- Interim Guidance for Administrators of US Childcare Programs and K-12 Schools to Plan, Prepare, and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - CDC
- Check your school's website for information
Colleges & Universities
Businesses
- Resources for Businesses and Employers - CDC
- Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to COVID-19
- Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfection for COVID-19 for Retail Stores
First Responders
- Novel Coronavirus Information for Providers - NYS Dept. of Health
- EMS Providers: Policy Statement & SEMAC Advisories - NYS Dept. of Health
- Resources for First Responders and Law Enforcement - CDC
- PPE Flow Chart for EMS - Cattaraugus County Office of Emergency Services
- Coronavirus FAQ for EMS - Cattaraugus County Office of Emergency Services
Travelers
Events & Gatherings
Resources for Large Community Events & Mass Gatherings
Resources for Community Leaders
More about Novel Coronavirus
Learn more about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) on the CDC website.