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LAST UPDATED: AUGUST 19, 2021 AT 2:15 PM
What You Need to Know
• All healthcare workers in NYS hospitals and long-term care facilities will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Monday, September 27.
• On June 24, 2021 New York State ended the state disaster emergency declared on March 7, 2020 to fight COVID-19.
• COVID-19 restrictions are now lifted, as 70% of adults have received their first dose of the vaccine. New York State’s health guidance and industry specific guidelines are now optional across commercial and social settings.
• The Open Enrollment Period for uninsured New Yorkers has been extended through December 31, 2021. New Yorkers can apply for coverage through NY State of Health or directly through insurers.
• Health care workers can text NYFRONTLINE to 741-741 to access 24/7 emotional support services.
• Any New Yorker can call the COVID-19 Emotional Support Hotline at 1-844-863-9314 for mental health counseling.
