Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Many New Yorkers Should Limit Activities

The number of new COVID-19 cases in NYC has been rising rapidly and is now at a level we have not seen since April.

People with underlying health conditions, as well as those who live or care for such people, should now take increased precautions.

• Avoid public spaces and gatherings and wear a face covering at all times, indoors and outdoors.
• Do not leave home, except for work, school or essential activities, including medical care, COVID-19 testing or to go to the grocery store or pharmacy.
• If you feel sick do not leave your home, except for a COVID-19 test or other essential medical care.

This advisory applies to a wide range of New Yorkers, such as people older than 65 and people with underlying conditions, including smoking, type-2 diabetes and obesity, among others. It also applies to those who live with or care for these people.

Find out if you or someone you know is at a high risk for severe illness and should follow these increased precautions.

• Advisory for New Yorkers at Higher Risk of Severe COVID-19 (PDF)
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Vaccines

Two COVID-19 vaccines have been authorized for emergency use, but they may not be available to the general public until mid-2021. Learn more about the vaccines and how they are being distributed in NYC:

• COVID-19 Vaccines main page: Stay up to date about what we know — and what we are still learning — about the vaccines.
• COVID-19 Vaccine Finder: If you are eligible to receive a vaccination, use our Vaccine Finder to search for a location near you (not accessible with Internet Explorer).
• COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility: Learn which groups are currently eligible for the vaccine.
• COVID-19 Vaccine Data: Find out how many doses have been reserved, delivered and administered in the city.
• COVID-19 Vaccine Information for Providers: Health care providers can get resources and information on vaccine distribution and administration, including how to enroll in the NYC COVID-19 Vaccination Program.
• What New Yorkers Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines (PDF): Download frequently asked questions about the vaccines.
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New Strain Found in NYC

People in NYC have tested positive for a strain of the virus that causes COVID-19 that is potentially more transmissible than other strains that had been previously found in the city.

It is normal for viruses to mutate over time. The new strain — called B.1.1.7 — was previously identified in the U.K. and has been found in other U.S. states.

U.K. health officials have said that while this strain may be more transmissible from person to person than other common strains, there is no evidence it is more likely to cause severe illness or death. There is also no evidence this strain is resistant to vaccines authorized for use in the U.S.