March 22nd, 2020 12:04pm -Madison County NY Government Facebook Page

Local health officials are following the NYSDOH recommendations to focus on only testing the people with symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough, shortness of breath) that fall into one of these categories:
1.   Has come into close contact (same office, classroom, gatherings) of another person known to be positive; or
2.   Has traveled to a country that the CDC has issued a Level 2 or Level 3 Travel Health Notice*; or
3.   Is currently is under quarantine; or
4.   Has already tested negative for other types of infections (rapid flu tests, respiratory panel) 
*CDC Travel Health Notice: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html

Residents who meet testing criteria should contact their healthcare provider to get tested. This will ensure that we prioritize resources to meet the most urgent public health need.

Note: Individuals awaiting test results will be placed on quarantine to protect the health of others. Madison County Health Department will work with them to determine the best location and remain in contact until the results are ready.   

For more information, visit: https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/2479/Coronavirus-COVID-19.