Tag Archives: Potential Exposure

First COVID-19 Death in Onondaga County

The Onondaga County Health Department has received notification of a confirmed COVID-19 death, the first in Onondaga County. “I am deeply saddened for the family of this individual who are experiencing this loss. This sad news proves how important it is to take measures to protect ourselves, our families, and our community,” said Dr. Indu… Read more >

Potential Exposure of COVID-19 at Bethany Baptist Church

An individual who attended Bethany Baptist Church located at 149 Beattie Street, Syracuse on Sunday, March 15, 2020 has tested positive for COVID-19. Members of the public who were in the church building that day may have been exposed. UPDATE: This individual attended the 11:00 am service on March 15. Onondaga County Health Commissioner Dr.… Read more >

Potential Exposure of COVID-19 in Local Food Market

Onondaga County Health Department is investigating a confirmed case of COVID-19 in an employee of Ascioti’s Market located at 3249 Milton Avenue in Solvay. Members of the public who visited the market on Tuesday, March 17 during the hours of 12:30-4:00 pm may have been exposed. Onondaga County Health Commissioner Dr. Indu Gupta explained that,… Read more >

Potential Exposure of COVID-19 in Local Vision Care Center

Onondaga County Health Department is investigating a confirmed case of COVID-19 in an employee of America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses located at 3401 Erie Blvd East, DeWitt. Members of the public who visited the store during the following days and times may have been exposed: Monday 3/9 8:30 am-5:30 pm Tuesday 3/10 9:30 am-6:30 pm… Read more >

Onondaga County Resident Diagnosed with EEE

Onondaga County Health Commissioner, Cynthia B. Morrow, MD, MPH was notified by the New York State Department of Health  that an Onondaga County adult resident has been diagnosed with Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). Dr. Morrow explained that EEE is a rare but dangerous viral infection that is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. … Read more >