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SOUTHEAST QUEENS COMMUNITY HEALTH ALERT!

COVID-19 is still a threat, according to the New York State Department of Health. Wear a mask, practice social distancing, and get tested. In public, keep at least 6 feet distance from others.

For more COVID-19 information, visit: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov.

Source: New York State Department of Health

COVID-19 COMMUNITY OUTREACH

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a devastating impact on our communities.

The 1906 Project is working with health professionals, not-for-profit organizations, local civic and businesses leaders to help ensure the Southeast Queens communities that we serve receive the necessary resources to combat the virus.

Only by working together can we defeat it.

For more COVID-19 information, contact the New York State Department of Health at: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov.

The 1906 Project Delivers COVID-19 Testing To Southeast Queens Residents In Partnership With Local Leaders and Health Providers

On April 27th and 28th nearly 400 local residents received free COVID-19 testing at York College Performing Arts Center parking lot as part of a local effort sponsored by The 1906 Project, Inc., to help provide Southeast Queens residents with the necessary information to help combat the virus. 

Jean Duchatellier, President of The 1906 Project, said, “We want to thank our many partners, including Congressman Gregory Meeks, Emerge Telemedicine and the team at mycovidmd.org for helping us to ensure that our families, friends and neighbors received the tests and necessary medical help where needed." 

Congressman Gregory W. Meeks (D-Queens), said, “The southeast Queens community is undoubtedly on the front lines of this crisis, and therefore more prone to exposure. Through this partnership with The 1906 Project, we’ve managed to issue free tests to hundreds of southeast Queens residents, right here in the heart of Jamaica,” Meeks said. “When it comes to getting coronavirus under control, testing is everything right now, and I thank The 1906 Project for their continued work with my office to make sure resources are available where they’re needed most.”

The 1906 Project Director Aldrin Enis pointed out “that although this type of effort is really a governmental responsibility, there are times when members of the community need to step up to help members of our community. Nothing in life is more important than the health of our people.”

Everett Hopkins, Director and General Counsel of The 1906 Project, lauded the efforts of the community working together to defeat the virus. Hopkins said “with the financial assistance from Congressman Gregory Meeks and groups like The Queens Chapter of The Links. One Hundred Black Men of New York, The Black Spectrum Theater and the United Black Golfers Association and the important contributions of our local elected officials New York State Senators Joseph Addabbo Jr., Leroy Comrie, James Sanders Jr.; New York State Assembly Members Clyde Vanel and Alicia-Hyndman; and New York City Council Members Donovan Richards Jr., along with other community members such as Attorney Mario Simmons, Esq.; we are able to double our initial goal of 200 tests.”
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Know How It Spreads

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
• The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.
• The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.
◦ Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
◦ Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks.
◦ These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
◦ Some recent studies have suggested that COVID-19 may be spread by people who are not showing symptoms.
Source: CDC

Watch For Symptoms

People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness.
These symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Chills
  • Muscle pain
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Repeated shaking with chills
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Source: CDC
If you develop any of these emergency warning signs* for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately:
  • Trouble breathing
  • Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
  • New confusion or inability to arouse
  • Bluish lips or face
(This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you. Call 911 if you have a medical emergency: Notify the operator that you have, or think you might have, COVID-19. If possible, put on a cloth face covering before medical help arrives).

There are precautions you can take. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations, include:
  • Clean your hands often
  • Avoid close contact
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover
  • Cover coughs and sneezes
  • Clean and disinfect
Source: CDC

All medical information provided is for informational purposes only.
Please consult a medical professional and call 911 if you have a medical emergency.

The 1906 Project, Inc., is a 501 (c)(3) registered New York State charity. The Project provides resources and technical expertise to individuals and not-for-profits serving Queens.

CONTACT US

E-Mail:
the1906project@gmail.com

ADDRESS:
The 1906 Project, Inc.
P.O. Box 110543
Cambria Heights, NY 11411

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