Pandemic Responses Change in New York as COVID Cases Plummet
As of now, more than 17 million doses of the vaccine have been administered in the state of New York. Mayor Eric Adams announced that as COVID cases and hospitalizations are decreasing, the Key to NYC program has been suspended and indoor mask mandates in city public schools for K-12 students has been removed.
Two years ago, New York City was the epicenter of the pandemic, but thanks to New Yorkers getting vaccinated and getting boosted we have made tremendous progress,” Mayor Eric Adams. “I’ve said time and time again that the numbers and science will guide us as we continue to recover and rebuild, and now New York City is back, and vaccinations are why we’re back. New Yorkers should be getting out and enjoying our amazing city.”
Key to NYC rules that are no longer in effect include the cessation of vaccination status confirmation for indoor venues such as restaurants, fitness centers, and entertainment centers. Businesses covered by the Key to NYC rules are able to decide whether or not they want to continue checking vaccination status or enforce indoor masking.
Public school children in grades K-12 can still wear a mask if they wish however, it is no longer required. Schools will continue to maintain strict COVID protocols regarding proper ventilation, daily screening, and testing kit distributions. Masks will still be required in classrooms where children are under the age of 5.
All other COVID mandates remain in effect, including vaccine requirements for employees unless exempted.
Mayor Eric Adams has also implemented a color-coded system designed to describe different severity levels of COVID in the city with precautions and recommended government actions.
Green
- A low level of COVID spread
- Precautions include staying up to date on vaccinations, wearing a mask in unknown spaces, and getting tested if you have symptoms or are immunocompromised. Basic health precautions should also be followed
- The recommended government action follows the precautions
Yellow
- A medium level of COVID spread
- Precautions include the same as Green level with the addition of getting tested if you have attended any large gatherings and take extra precautions against crowded settings, especially if you are an at-risk individual
- The recommended government action follows the Green level as well as considering masks requirements in high-risk settings or reinstating Key to NYC rules.
Orange
- A high level of COVID spread with substantial pressure on NYC healthcare systems
- Precautions include getting vaccinated, wearing a mask in all public indoor settings and crowded outdoor spaces, getting tested if you have symptoms or attended large gatherings, and avoiding high-risk activities
- The recommended government action follows the yellow level with increased testing and vaccination and face masks in all public indoor settings
Red
- A very high level of COVID spread. Health services are overwhelmed with cases
- Precautions follow the orange level with the addition of possible quarantining, increased social distancing, and avoiding nonessential activities.
- The recommended government action follows the orange level. Increased restriction on nonessential activities, offering telework and sheltering.
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