Archive: NYS COVID-19 Resources & Information
6/7/20

In the rapidly changing dynamics of combating the Cornonavirus, information is updated constantly. This archive is being provided as an additional resource for those seeking to learn more about how New York State is addressing COVID-19.

6/7/20 Updates 
From Governor Cuomo’s press briefing from the Red Room of the New York State Capitol: 

OVERVIEW

• Hospitalizations are down—all the numbers are headed in the right direction.
• 45 new fatalities over the last 24 hours; up slightly.   

TESTING

• 60,435 tests were performed in NYS yesterday.
• 781 positives (lowest since March 16).
• The State will conduct 35,000 tests per day in NYC to monitor the infection rate considering the many protests.
• Testing sites will increase to 225.
• 15 dedicated testing sites for protestors only.
• The Governor reiterated that all protestors should assume they have been exposed and get a test. 

REOPENING

• Reopening is calibrated to the metrics and data.
• Hudson Valley is on track for Phase 2 on Tuesday.
• Long Island is on track for Phase 2 on Wednesday.
• NYC will begin Phase 1 tomorrow, June 8.
• California and Florida are among states that have reopened and seen an increase in the numbers of positive cases.
• We need to reopen smartly. 

GRADUATIONS

• Allowed beginning June 26. Must be outdoor and socially distanced. Up to 150 people total.   

OTHER

• NYS will light all State landmarks in blue and gold to celebrate flattening the curve.