On November 20, YKHC reports twenty-eight new cases of COVID-19 in the YK Delta.
New COVID-19 Cases
The 28 are residents in:
Alakanuk (2)
Bethel (3)
Chevak (2)
Kasigluk (7)
Kwigillingok (3)
Napaskiak (3)
Nunapitchuk (1)
Pilot Station (1)
Scammon Bay (1)
Toksook Bay (4)
Tununak (1)
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On November 21, YKHC reports one death, one new in-region hospitalization and thirteen new cases of COVID-19 in the YK Delta.
One Death
It is with profound sadness YKHC reports that on November 20, a YK Delta resident in their 70s died due to complications of COVID-19. The next of kin have been notified. YKHC sends our deepest condolences to the loved ones mourning the loss of this individual. This is the 45th COVID-19 death associated with the YK Delta region.
One In-Region Hospitalization
One COVID-19 positive individual was admitted into the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta Regional Hospital. This is the 122nd individual hospitalized in-region due to COVID-19.
New COVID-19 Cases
The 13 are residents in:
Bethel (7)
Chefornak (1)
Chevak (1)
Eek (2)
Kipnuk (1)
Toksook Bay (1)
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On November 22, YKHC reports five new cases of COVID-19 in the YK Delta.
New COVID-19 Cases
The 5 are residents in:
Akiachak (3)
Toksook Bay (2)
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COVID-19 Updates and Community Information
Vaccinations: YKHC strongly encourages all people 5 years and older to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Booster shots: Most YK Delta residents 18 or older, who are 6 months past their second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, are eligible for a booster. Everyone ages 18 or older who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine more than two months ago is also eligible.
To schedule a vaccine for people age 12 or older or a booster appointment for eligible individuals: Visithttps://www.ykhc.org/covid-19/vaccine/ or call 1-800-478-6599.
To schedule a vaccine appointment for children ages 5 to 11: In Bethel, call 543-6949. In villages, please call your local clinic
COVID-19 testing: All people who are experiencing symptoms (fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, diarrhea, or diminished sense of taste or smell) or who are a close contact of known positive cases are encouraged to get tested as soon as possible.
- In Bethel, mobile testing is available in the parking lot across from the hospital from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Testing is also available on the first floor of the hospital (enter through the main doors). Walk-ins available or call 543-6949 to schedule an appointment.
- In surrounding communities, call your local clinic for more information.
Community safety: YKHC recommends all people, regardless of vaccination status, wear a mask in any indoor public setting. To view the complete recommendations, visit https://www.ykhc.org/covid-19/resources/.
Additionally, continue to practice protective measures such as practicing regular hand-washing, avoiding hosting or attending large gatherings, and frequently disinfecting high-touch surfaces.
Positive COVID-19 test: If you test positive for COVID-19, tell your close contacts, self-isolate and visit https://www.ykhc.org/covid-19/care/ for more information.
Learn more: For more information about COVID-19 in the YK Delta, visit www.ykhc.org/covid-19.
Case statements are published the next business day after cases are identified (e.g. Monday cases are published Tuesday. Friday and weekend cases are published Monday. Cases identified over a holiday are reported the next business day.) Whenever possible, YKHC will notify patients and call the affected communities the day cases are identified.