Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information HUB
Daily Updates from Mayor Linda H. Schwager:
- March 3, 2022 Update
- February 24, 2022 Update
- February 17, 2022 Update
- February 10, 2022 Update
- February 3, 2022 Update
- January 20, 2022 Update
- January 14, 2022 Update
- January 6, 2022 Update
- December 30, 2021 Update
- November 19, 2021 Update
- November 12, 2021 Update
- October 29, 2021 Update
- October 21, 2021 Update
- October 12, 2021 Update
- September 23, 2021 Update
- September 20, 2021 Update
- September 9, 2021 Update
- August 10, 2021 Update
- July 29, 2021 Update
- July 22, 2021 Update
- July 15, 2021 Update
- July 9, 2021 Update
- June 25, 2021 Update
- June 18, 2021 Update
- June 10, 2021 Update
- June 3, 2021 Update
- May 28, 2021 Update
- May 13, 2021 Update
- May 6, 2021 Update
- April 30, 2021 Update
- April 23, 2021 Update
- April 16, 2021 Update
- April 12, 2021 Update
- April 8, 2021 Update
- April 1, 2021 Update
- March 30, 2021 Update
- March 29, 2021 Update
- March 24, 2021 Update
- March 17, 2021 Update
- March 15, 2021 Update
- March 10, 2021 Update
- March 8, 2021 Update
- March 4, 2021 Update
- March 1, 2021 Update
- February 26, 2021 Update
- February 22, 2021 Update
- February 18, 2021 Update
- February 16, 2021 Update
- February 12, 2021 Update
- February 10, 2021 Update
- February 8, 2021 Update
- February 5, 2021 Update
- February 3, 2021 Update
- January 27, 2021 Update
- January 25, 2021 Update
- January 21, 2021 Update
- January 19, 2021 Update
- January 14, 2021 Update
- January 13, 2021 Update
- January 8, 2021 Update
- January 6, 2021 Update
- December 30, 2020 Update
- December 28, 2020 Update
- December 23, 2020 Update
- December 21, 2020 Update
- December 18, 2020 Update
- December 14, 2020 Update
- December 11, 2020 Update
- December 7, 2020 Update
- December 4, 2020 Update
- November 30, 2020 Update
- November 25, 2020 Update
- November 23,. 2020 Update
- November 20, 2020 Update
- November 16, 2020 Update
- November 13, 2020 Update
- November 9, 2020 Update
- November 6, 2020 Update
- November 2, 2020 Update
- October 30, 2020 Update
- October 26, 2020 Update
- October 23, 2020 Update
- October 19, 2020 Update
- October 16, 2020 Update
- October 9, 2020 Update
- October 5, 2020 Update
- October 2, 2020 Update
- September 25, 2020 Update
- September 21, 2020 Update
- September 18, 2020 Update
- September 14, 2020 Update
- September 10, 2020 Update
- August 31, 2020 Update
- August 28, 2020 Update
- August 24, 2020 Update
- August 21, 2020 Update
- August 17, 2020 Update
- August 14, 2020 Update
- August 10, 2020 Update
- August 7, 2020 Update
- July 31, 2020 Update
- July 27, 2020 Update
- July 24, 2020 Update
- July 22, 2020 Update
- July 20, 2020 Update
- July 17, 2020 Update
- July 15, 2020 Update
- July 13, 2020 Update
- July 10, 2020 Update
- July 8, 2020 Update
- July 6, 2020 Update
- July 2, 2020 Update
- June 29, 2020 Update
- June 26, 2020 Update
- June 24, 2020 Update
- June 22, 2020 Update
- June 19, 2020 Update
- June 17, 2020 Update
- June 15, 2020 Update
- June 12, 2020 Update
- June 10, 2020 Update
- June 8, 2020 Update
- June 5, 2020 Update
- June 3, 2020 Update
- June 1, 2020 Update
- May 29, 2020 Update
- May 28, 2020 Update
- May 27, 2020 Update
- May 26, 2020 Update
- May 22, 2020 Update
- May 21, 2020 Update
- May 20, 2020 Update
- May 19, 2020 Update
- May 18, 2020 Update
- May 15, 2020 Update
- May 14, 2020 Update
- May 13, 2020 Update
- May 12, 2020 Update
- May 11, 2020 Update
- May 8, 2020 Update
- May 7, 2020 Update
- May 6, 2020 Update
- May 5, 2020 Update
- May 4, 2020 Update
- May 1, 2020 Update
- April 30, 2020 Update
- April 29, 2020 Update
- April 28, 2020 Update
- April 27, 2020 Update
- April 24, 2020 Update
- April 23, 2020 Update
- April 22, 2020 Update
- April 21, 2020 Update
- April 20, 2020 Update
- April 17, 2020 Update
- April 16, 2020 Update
- April 15, 2020 Update
- April 14, 2020 Update
- April 13, 2020 Update
- April 9, 2020 Update
- April 8, 2020 Update
- April 7, 2020 Update
- April 6, 2020 Update
- April 3, 2020 Update
- April 2, 2020 Update
- April 1, 2020 Update
- March 31, 2020 Update
- March 30, 2020 Update
- March 27, 2020 Update
- March 26, 2020 Update
- March 25, 2020 Update
- March 24, 2020 Update
- March 23, 2020 Update
- March 21, 2020 Update
- March 20, 2020 Update
- March 16, 2020 Update
- March 13, 2020 Update
The New Jersey Poison Control Center and 211 have partnered with the State to provide information to the Public on COVID-19:
- Call: 2-1-1
- Call (24/7): 1-800-962-1253
- Text: NJCOVID to 898-211
- Text: your zip code to 898-211 for live text assistance
Resources:
- Senator Cory Booker COVID-19 Directory & Information
- What to do is you are sick (CDC)
- FAQ's for close contact with postiive COVID-19 individual
- What to do when you are discharged from hospital
- What is the Difference Between Isolation and Quarantine? (NJ DOH)
- New Jersey Department of Health COVID-19 Dashboard
- 2019-nCoV: Stop the Spread of Germs (PDF)
- 2019-nCoV: What You Need to Know (PDF)
- CDC Frequently Asked Questions
- Mental Health Guide/Resources
- Food Assistance (SNAP) Notice
- Social Distancing Guidelines for Essential Retail Businesses
- CARES Act FAQ's
CDC warns against using non-pharmaceutical chloroquine phosphate to prevent or treat COVID-19
- Information on Birthday Celebration Drive By's from Oakland Police, Fire, and First Aid Squad
Veterans Support:
- NJ DMAVA has created a COVID-19 Information For Veterans website.
- NJ Veterans Benefits Hotline: 888-865-8387
- The website of the NJ State Veterans Chamber of Commerce.
- The impact COVID-19 has on daily routines may cause unanticipated stress on some veterans in crisis. In this time of social distancing, it is important to keep reaching out to those in need of someone to talk to.:
- Crisis Intervention Hotline: 609-235-5959
- Veterans Crisis Line: 800-273-8255 Press 1
- Vets4Warriors: 855-838-8255
- NJ Vet2Vet: 866-838-7654
- Vet Center Call Center: 877-927-8387
- Coronavirus FAQ from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- How does the federal CARES ACT help veterans?
COVID-19 Background Information:
- The CDC is responding to an outbreak of respiratory infection caused by a novel coronavirus that was first detected in China and now appears to be in more than 150 locations internationally, including in the U.S. Many international destinations now report ongoing community spread with the virus that causes COVID-19, as do some parts of the United States. The U.S. and many other countries are now experiencing community spread of the virus, meaning that some people have been infected and it is not known how or where they became exposed.
- The CDC is updating its website daily with the latest information and advice for the public: www.cdc.gov/ncov. Please bookmark the site and check often for the latest updates regarding the virus.
Symptoms:
- Symptoms, which include fever, cough and shortness of breath, may appear anywhere from two to 14 days after exposure to the virus. If you have a fever, cough, and other signs of respiratory infection, call your primary care practitioner and continue to monitor your symptoms. If you are in respiratory distress, call 911.
Severity:
- Reported illnesses have ranged from very mild (including some with no reported symptoms) to severe, including illness resulting in death. Many people with mild coronavirus illness will recover on their own by drinking plenty of fluids, resting and taking pain and fever medications. However, some people may develop pneumonia and need medical treatment in a hospital setting. Older people and people of all ages with severe chronic medical conditions (heart disease, lung disease, diabetes, etc.) are at higher risk of developing serious COVID-19 illness.
Spread:
- There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19 and the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet) and/or through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people whoa re nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
Risk:
- Some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness, including older adults (65 years and older) and people who have serious chronic medical conditions (heart disease, diabetes, lung disease, kidney disease, cirrhosis of the liver, extreme obesity, etc.). See more information on People at Risk for Serious Illness from COVID-19.
Prevention:
- Prevention is key to managing the spread of the disease at this point. Social distancing is highly recommended and further restrictions may become mandated as the situation changes. Important prevention steps include:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- Use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow. Throw used tissues in the trash.
- Put distance between yourself and other people if COVID-19 is spreading in your community.
- Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care.
- If you are sick, you should wear a facemask when you are around other people (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. If you are not sick, you do not need to wear a facemask unless you are caring for someone who is sick. Facemasks may be in short supply and they should be saved for caregivers.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.