Archive: NYS COVID-19 Resources & Information
5/28/20

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.

5/28/20 Updates
From Governor Cuomo’s press briefing in Brooklyn:

OVERVIEW

  • Hospitalizations, intubations and new cases are down. 
  • 74 new fatalities over the last 24 hours (same as yesterday). 

REOPENING

  • NYS is focused on reopening NYC.
  • Reopening rules and metrics apply to NYC as well as all the other regions.
  • NYC has yet to hit Phase 1.
  • NYC needs to make more progress on contact tracing.
  • Public transportation needs to be safe, clean and not overcrowded.
  • The State will focus on NYC hotspots.
  • NYS is partnering with Northwell health to bring more healthcare services to impacted communities.
  • 225 testing sites in NYC. Many of the sites are underused.
  • To get a test: coronavirus.health.ny.gov
  • NYS has delivered more than 8 million masks across NYC.
  • Governor Cuomo is signing an Executive Order today authorizing businesses to deny entry to people who do not wear a mask or face-covering. 

FEDERAL

  • The Governor reiterated the need for funding for the states and localities.
  • Financial relief shortchanged NY in previous bills.
  • Revitalize the economy when reopening.
  • Stop corporate layoffs. 

WEAR A MASK

  • Rosie Perez and Chris Rock are working with Governor Cuomo on the “Wear A Mask” campaign.