Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy provided the latest report on the county’s progress on administering and distributing vaccines and controlling the spread of the Coronavirus. As of yesterday, 65.1% of Albany County’s population has received at least the first dose, and 60.4% has been fully vaccinated. The first dose vaccination rate for the county’s 18+ population is now up to 75.8%. More information on vaccination rates can be found at the New York State COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker at the link here.

County Executive McCoy announced that the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Albany County is now at 24,427 to date, an increase of two new positive cases since yesterday and a total of seven new cases since the last update on Saturday. Please note that our overall case count will fluctuate as CommCare records are transferred in and out of the county. Albany County’s most recent seven-day average of percent positive rates is still 0.2%, and the Capital Region’s rate is still at 0.3%.

Of the new cases of COVID identified in the county, both did not have a clear source of infection at this time and none are healthcare workers or residents of congregate living settings. There are now nine active cases in the county, up from eight yesterday. The number of people under mandatory quarantine has dropped to 17 from 27. So far, 80,103 people have completed quarantine. Of those who completed quarantine, 24,418 of them had tested positive for the virus and recovered, an increase of one recovery.

The County Executive reported that there was one new hospitalization since yesterday, which includes the total of new patients since Saturday’s update. Four county residents are now hospitalized – a net increase of one. There are still two patients currently in ICU’s, unchanged from yesterday. There are no new COVID deaths to report, and the death toll for Albany County still stands at 386 since the outbreak began.

“We’ve had only one new hospitalization in the county because of COVID since July 1, and I haven’t had to report a new death since June 19. The vaccine is working and it’s literally saving lives. As we get closer and closer to the 70% vaccination mark for herd immunity, we still need more people to utilize the many vaccination clinics across the Capital Region and get their shot,” said County Executive McCoy. 

“If you’ve already been vaccinated, please encourage friends and family to do the same. If you haven’t, please talk to your doctor or a trusted healthcare professional about the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine,” he continued. 
 

Upcoming Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics (shared by the Capital Region COVID Vaccine Regional Advisory Task Force):

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8am to 10am
Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Center
920 Lark Drive, Albany, NY

Wednesday, July 7, 5pm to 7pm
Valley Cats Game
80 Vandenburgh Ave, Troy, NY

Thursday, July 8, 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Butler Park
35 Gettle Road, Sand Lake, NY

Saturday, July 10, 5pm to 7pm
Powers Park
Third Ave, Troy, NY

Saturday, July 10, 11am to 2pm
Albany Pop-Up Market
Swinburne Park, Clinton Ave, Albany, NY

Sunday, July 11, 5pm to 7pm
North Greenbush Town Hall
2 Douglas St, Wynanskill, NY

Thursday, July 15, 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Schaghticoke Town Hall
290 Northline Drive, Melrose, NY

Friday, July 16, 11am to 2pm
Playstreets 2021
Hoffman Park

Albany County continues to deliver vaccines to homebound residents, which includes seniors, disabled individuals, those lacking childcare and those with other accessibility issues. Anyone who would like to schedule a time for a vaccine appointment should call (518) 447-7198.

Residents can also receive free Pfizer vaccines Monday through Friday, 9am - 3pm, each week at the Albany County Department of Health, 175 Green Street. The 12+ population is eligible. No appointments are needed and walk-ins are welcome.  Those 12 to 15 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. A follow up second dose clinic will be scheduled at the time of the first dose appointment. Free transportation is available for anyone at least 60 years old (and a caregiver), by calling the County Department for Aging in advance at (518) 447-7198.

For those who would like additional information on vaccinations and vaccination clinics organized by Albany County, please use the link here. Residents who want to sign up for a shot at a state-run facility should use the state's website at the link here or call the state vaccine hotline at 1-833-697-4829. Walk-ins are now welcome at state-run facilities. For general information on the vaccine, residents can also dial the United Way of the Greater Capital Region’s 2-1-1 hotline.