CHENANGO COUNTY – The Chenango County Weekly Wastewater Surveillance Data Report showed an increase in SARS-CoV-2 levels over the past two weeks.

The current SARS-CoV-2 detection level has changed our risk level to Substantial or HIGH. The Last sample was Aug 31, 2022. We will continue to monitor the COVID-19 trend carefully.

It is important for residents to be aware that the virus is still circulating. It is recommended to take personal protective measures. To decrease your chance of getting and spreading COVID-19 at the current High Level, it is recommended that the public take the following actions: Wear a mask indoors in public and on public transportation. Get Tested if you have symptoms. If you have symptoms, test immediately.

If you were exposed to COVID-19 and do not have symptoms, wait at least 5 full days after your exposure before testing. If you test too early, you may be more likely to get an inaccurate result.

If you are in certain high-risk settings, you may need to test as part of a screening testing program.

Consider testing before contact with someone at high risk for severe COVID-19, especially if you are in an area with a medium or high COVID-19 Community Level.

If you are at high risk for severe illness, consider taking additional precautions. More information about additional precautions can found here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html

Stay up to date with COVID-19 Vaccines and get a booster. We continue to plan and host vaccine clinics for those that would like one.

For Children under 2 years of age, please call Public Health – 607-337-1600 – to schedule an appointment.

If you have questions about a clinic or need more information you may email us at

COVID19@co.chenango.ny.us or send us a message and visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ChenangoLHD

Persons with questions or requiring additional information may contact the Chenango County Health Department at (607) 337-1660.

– Information from Chenango County Department of Health