Orange County Warns Of Possible Coronavirus Exposure​

GOSHEN, NY — The Orange County Health Department is advising residents that if they worked at or visited Jay’s Deli, located at 534 Route 32 in Highland Mills, between Monday, Sept. 21 and Monday, Sept. 28, they may have been exposed to the new coronavirus.

Health Commissioner Dr. Irina Gelman recommends that if you think you were at Jay’s during that time frame, to watch for symptoms of virus, which may include but not be limited to fever, chills, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting and diarrhea.

Gelman advised residents to consider any public site in Orange County as a potential site of coronavirus exposure, due to a persistent increase in newly diagnosed cases throughout the county. If you become mildly ill, stay home and manage your symptoms.

For residents who have severe symptoms indicative of coronavirus infection, contact your medical provider to discuss a plan of care.

According to Gelman, the best way to prevent the spread of the virus, continues to be adhering to proper safety measures such as wearing your mask, avoiding unnecessary contact with others, as well as practicing basic personal hygiene. This includes washing your hands frequently and thoroughly, refraining from touching your face and avoiding unnecessary contact with others.

Should you feel ill, contact your healthcare provider first. Do not go directly to the doctor’s office, an emergency room or other healthcare facilities before calling. These simple steps will help prevent the spread of the virus and protect you and your loved ones, medical experts said.

For information about coronavirus testing, go to the county website. The Orange County Health Department COVID-19 hotline at 845-291-2330.