Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy provided the latest report on the county’s progress on vaccinations and controlling the spread of the Coronavirus. As of yesterday, 68.8% of all Albany County residents have received at least the first dose, and 63.3% have been fully vaccinated. The first dose vaccination rate for the county’s 18+ population is now up to 79.6%. 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 total number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Albany County is now at 26,140 to date, with 67 new positive cases identified since yesterday. The county’s five-day average of new daily positive cases is now down to 62.4. 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 now up to 4.0%, and the Capital Region’s rate remains at 4.2%.

Among the new cases of COVID identified in the county, 21 had close contacts to positive cases, 43 did not have clear sources of infection at this time, and three are healthcare workers or residents of congregate living settings. There are now 412 active cases in the county, up from 397 since yesterday. The number of people under mandatory quarantine increased to 681 from 639. So far, 83,679 people have completed quarantine to date. Of those who completed quarantine, 25,728 of them had tested positive and recovered – an increase of 43 additional recoveries.

The County Executive reported that there were four new hospitalizations since yesterday, and 24 county residents are now hospitalized with the virus – a net increase of five. There are now five patients currently in ICU’s, up from three yesterday. There are no new COVID deaths to report and the death toll for Albany County still stands at 389 since the outbreak began.

“As places like Florida continue to set records for new daily infections and states across the country see their hospitals running out of ICU beds and hospital staff, we need to be sure we prevent that from happening here. The vaccine is the best protection from serious illness caused by the virus, and with the full FDA approval of the Pfizer vaccine, we hope those who were waiting for that will get the shot,” said County Executive McCoy. “And as we continue our work to increase our vaccination rates and get to herd immunity, I continue to urge people to wear masks when indoors at public places and at large gatherings.”


Upcoming Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics:

Thursday, August 26, 3pm to 6pm
Shaker Junior High School
475 Watervliet Shaker Road, Latham, NY

Friday, August 27, 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Radiant Pools
440 North Pearl St, Menands, NY

Friday, August 27, 5pm to 6pm
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area
21 Delaware Avenue, Albany, NY

Saturday, August 28, 1pm to 4pm
Medusa Fest
28 County Route 351, Rensselaerville, NY

Saturday, August 28, 4pm to 7pm
Friendship Festival w/ CDPHP
Mosher Park, 2 Park Drive, Ravena, NY


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 and Johnson & Johnson vaccines Monday through Friday, 9am - 3pm, each week at the Albany County Department of Health, 175 Green Street. The 12+ population is currently 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 a shot from 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 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 or the Albany County Department of Health at (518) 447-4580.