Archive: NYS COVID-19 Resources & Information
5/1/20

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.

5/1/20 Updates
From Governor Cuomo's Briefing in the Red Room of the NYS Capitol 

OVERVIEW

• We are still at 1,000 new COVID-19 cases per day, roughly. This number is still too high.
• Governor Cuomo will speak with hospitals this afternoon for more information on new COVID-19 hospitalizations.
• Demographic information on new hospitalization population is key.
• The State needs to come up with a strategy that is more tailored to reducing the hospitalizations.

TOTAL NYS DEATHS: 18,610 (289 news)

SCHOOLS

• Schools will remain closed for the rest of the academic year.
• Decision on summer school will be made by the end of May.
• Childcare for essential workers will continue, as will meal services.
• Governor wants schools to develop plans for reopening.
      - There must be safeguards for faculty/staff/students.
      - Plans will be approved by the state.

MENTAL HEALTH

• Nearly half of Americans say their mental health has been negatively impacted.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

• The State has seen an uptick in domestic violence, 15% in the month of March.
• New Yorkers in need of support can call: 1-844-997-2121.

FRONTLINE WORKERS

• NY is partnering with Kate Spade New York Foundation and Crisis Text Line on 24/7 emotional support service for frontline heroes.
    - Text: NYFRONTLINE to 741-741
• NY will direct all insurers to waive cost sharing and copays/deductibles for mental health services for essential workers through this crisis.