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COVID-19 Update July 20

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From Governor Cuomo July 20, 2021
LAST UPDATED: JULY 20 2021 AT 1:31 PM
What You Need to Know

  • On June 24, 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 andindustry 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.

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