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January 19, 2021 in COVID-19 News

Delaware County Vaccination Update

Phase 1B Now Includes Residents 65 and Older

Delaware County residents are urged to complete an interest survey for the COVID-19 vaccine. The County is currently administering COVID-19 vaccinations to people who live or work in Delaware County and are in the priority Phase 1A group. This group includes healthcare workers, EMS workers, residents and staff of long-term care facilities, and medical examiner and funeral staff.

Healthcare Personnel Vaccine Interest Survey

Phase 1B Vaccine Interest Survey

Due to the limited supply of the vaccine, healthcare workers, EMS staff, long-term care facilities, and medical examiner and funeral staff are the priority for vaccination distribution. Delaware County is committed to ensuring a safe and timely distribution of the COVID-19 vaccination and continues to work with the County’s hospitals and the Chester County Health Department to administer the vaccine as quickly as possible. As of Jan. 15, 13,336 COVID-19 vaccines were administered in the county, which is a similar rate compared to neighboring counties.

The Chester County Health Department has updated its home page and vaccine webpage to include information and links for residents to learn more about the vaccine phases and to indicate interest in receiving a vaccine.

Read the full press release at delcopa.gov
       

Mercy Fitzgerald Testing

January 15, 2021 in CommunityCOVID-19 News

Delaware County Offering COVID-19 Testing in Darby Week of January 18

Delaware County will be conducting public drive-thru COVID-19 testing the week of January 18, 2021 at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby.

Testing will be available for insured and uninsured individuals 12 years of age or older who live or work in Delaware County and have COVID-19 symptoms, were exposed to COVID-19, or are considered critical/essential workers.

Individuals must pre-register at www.delcopa.gov/testing to receive a test.

If you have health insurance, please bring your insurance card to the test site. However, there are no out-of-pocket costs or co-pays for COVID-19 testing. Masks or face coverings must be worn.

Darby
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
1500 Lansdowne Avenue
Darby, PA 19023
Monday, Jan 18: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 19: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan 20: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday, Jan 21: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, Jan 22: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Residents can call Delaware County’s Department of Intercommunity Health at (610) 891-6129 with any questions regarding COVID-19 health services.

More information about these COVID testing events at DelcoPA.gov

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January 15, 2021 in CommunityCOVID-19 News

Pennsylvania Allows Pharmacies To Administer COVID-19 Vaccine

Bolstering Fight To Stop The Virus

As part of the Wolf Administration’s effort to rollout the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine, Governor Tom Wolf has approved a temporary waiver allowing pharmacists licensed by the Department of State to order and administer COVID-19 vaccines without a physician’s order when vaccines are available to the public. Adding pharmacists to the health care professionals administering COVID-19 vaccines expands options for Pennsylvanians to be immunized once the vaccine is widely available from the federal government.

“Pharmacists, as well as pharmacy interns and technicians, are critical partners in the commonwealth’s plan to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine,” Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar said. “Many Pennsylvanians will go to their local pharmacy for vaccination. This waiver will enable pharmacies to offer the COVID-19 vaccines without a physician’s order.”

Pennsylvania pharmacists who meet certain training and other requirements can obtain authorization to administer injectable medications, biologicals and immunizations. If a pharmacist has that authorization, he or she can administer any immunization, including COVID-19 immunizations, to persons 18 years of age or older.

Historically, some pharmacies have entered into arrangements with physicians in order to receive reimbursement for flu shots and other vaccinations. Many pharmacies, however, do not have an arrangement with a physician, and even those that do have not had time to incorporate the COVID-19 vaccination into that relationship. This waiver would allow pharmacists to order and administer COVID-19 vaccine without such a provider agreement

“We are working on ways to increase access to the vaccine, and pharmacists already play an important role in making sure Pennsylvanians are protected,” Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine said. “Pennsylvanians continue to play an essential role in preventing the spread of COVID-19 by masking up, washing up and socially distancing.”

Read the press release in full at pa.gov

photo: Arne Müseler / CC-BY-SA-3.0

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Vaccine Info

January 15, 2021 in CommunityCOVID-19 News

Vaccination Update from Chester County Health Department

As of January 13, 2021, the Chester County Health Department (CCHD), as well as many other vaccine providers, continue to vaccinate individuals in Phase 1A.

The CCHD is aware of recent announcement by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services about a shift in populations included in Phase 1B, and all vaccine doses being approved for distribution to states. The department is assessing the impact of this announcement on its current approach for vaccinations and transition from Phase 1A to Phase 1B.

The transition to move to Phase 1B will take place as quickly as possible. Please continue to check the CCHD website for updates.

Chester County, through the Health Department, the hospitals and other healthcare providers, are actively receiving COVID-19 vaccine and administering it as quickly as possible to Phase 1A priority groups.

All healthcare personnel not affiliated with a hospital/health system, please complete the Healthcare Vaccine Interest Survey.

Phase 1B groups and individuals should complete the Vaccine Interest Survey to express your interest in the vaccination and receive notifications when appointments are available.

Once you complete the survey, you will see a confirmation page confirming it was submitted. You will not receive an email confirming the receipt of the survey. When appointments are available you will be emailed more information to schedule your appointment.

Vaccines are safe, effective, and a key strategy to protect you and the people around you from serious illness. We are currently experiencing a historical moment with the development of a COVID-19 vaccine.

Read more at https://chesco.org/4822/COVID19Vaccine.

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COVID Testing

January 4, 2021 in CommunityCOVID-19 News

Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Continues in Darby and Upland This Week

Delaware County will be conducting public drive-thru COVID-19 testing the week of January 4, 2021 at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby and at the US Army Reserve in Upland.

Testing will be available for insured and uninsured individuals 12 years of age or older who live or work in Delaware County and have COVID-19 symptoms, were exposed to COVID-19, or are considered critical/essential workers.

Individuals must pre-register at www.delcopa.gov/testing to receive a test.

If you have health insurance, please bring your insurance card to the test site. However, there are no out-of-pocket costs or co-pays for COVID-19 testing. Masks or face coverings must be worn.

COVID-19 Clinics

Upland
US Army Reserve
500 W. 24th Street
Upland, PA 19013
Monday, Jan 4: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 5: no testing
Wednesday, Jan 6: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Thursday, Jan 7: no testing
Friday, Jan 8: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Darby
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
1500 Lansdowne Avenue
Darby, PA 19023
Monday, Jan 4: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 5: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan 6: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday, Jan 7: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, Jan 8: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Residents can call Delaware County’s Department of Intercommunity Health at (610) 891-6129 with any questions regarding COVID-19 health services.

More information about these COVID testing events at DelcoPA.gov

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COVID Testing

December 23, 2020 in CommunityCOVID-19 News

Delaware County Conducting Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing 12/28-12/31 in Darby and Upland

Delaware County will be conducting public drive-thru COVID-19 testing next week at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby and at the US Army Reserve in Upland. Due to the holidays, testing will be limited to Monday and Tuesday in Upland and Monday through Thursday in Darby.

Testing will be available for insured and uninsured individuals 12 years of age or older who live or work in Delaware County and have COVID-19 symptoms, were exposed to COVID-19, or are considered critical/essential workers.

Individuals must pre-register at www.delcopa.gov/testing to receive a test.

If you have health insurance, please bring your insurance card to the test site. However, there are no out-of-pocket costs or co-pays for COVID-19 testing. Masks or face coverings must be worn.

COVID-19 Clinics

Upland
US Army Reserve
500 W. 24th Street
Upland, PA 19013

Monday, 12/28, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, 12/29, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/30 (no testing)
Thursday, 12/31 (no testing)
Friday, 1/1 (no testing)

Darby
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
1500 Lansdowne Avenue
Darby, PA 19023

Monday, 12/28, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, 12/29, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/30, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday, 12/31, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday, 1/1 (no testing)

Residents can call Delaware County’s Department of Intercommunity Health at (610) 891-6129 with any questions regarding COVID-19 health services.

More information about these COVID testing events at DelcoPA.gov

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COVID Testing

December 18, 2020 in CommunityCOVID-19 News

Delaware County Conducting Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Next Week in Darby and Upland

Delaware County will be conducting public drive-thru COVID-19 testing next week at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby and at the US Army Reserve in Upland. Due to the holidays, testing will be limited to Monday and Tuesday in Upland and Monday through Thursday in Darby.

Testing will be available for insured and uninsured individuals 12 years of age or older who live or work in Delaware County and have COVID-19 symptoms, were exposed to COVID-19, or are considered critical/essential workers.

Individuals must pre-register at www.delcopa.gov/testing to receive a test.

If you have health insurance, please bring your insurance card to the test site. However, there are no out-of-pocket costs or co-pays for COVID-19 testing. Masks or face coverings must be worn.

COVID-19 Clinics

Upland
US Army Reserve
500 W. 24th Street
Upland, PA 19013

Monday, 12/21, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, 12/22, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/23 (no testing)
Thursday, 12/24 (no testing)
Friday, 12/25 (no testing)

Darby
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
1500 Lansdowne Avenue
Darby, PA 19023

Monday, 12/21, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, 12/22, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/23, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday, 12/24, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday, 12/25 (no testing)

Residents can call Delaware County’s Department of Intercommunity Health at (610) 891-6129 with any questions regarding COVID-19 health services.

More information about these COVID testing events at DelcoPA.gov

Delaware County

December 16, 2020 in COVID-19 NewsGovernment

County Council Presents a Community Resources Online Presentation Thursday, Dec. 17

Delaware County Council and the Department of Human Services will host an online presentation on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 2:30 pm.

The presentation will highlight some resources available to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Presentations by:

  • County Offices of Services to the Aging (COSA)
  • The Office of Workforce Development
  • Housing and Community Development

Residents can watch the live presentation on the County’s website and social media:
www.delcopa.gov
www.facebook.com/DelawareCountyCouncil

DCCC Covid Testing

December 9, 2020 in COVID-19 News

Drive-Thru COVID Testing at DCCC December 10th-14th

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is holding a drive-thru Covid-19 testing site in Delaware County December 10th through 14th from 9:00 a.m – 6:00 p.m. at the Delaware County Community College (901 South Media Line Rd., Media, PA.).

Up to 450 patients can be tested per day. Mid-nasal passage swab PCR tests will be performed. Testing is on a first-come, first-serve basis and is free to all patients. Patients must be ages three and older and are not required to show symptoms of COVID-19 in order to be tested. No appointment is necessary. Patients are encouraged to bring a photo-ID or insurance card. Registration will be completed on-site.

The turnaround time for testing results is two to seven days after testing. Individuals who test positive will receive a phone call from AMI while individuals who test negative will receive a secured-PDF emailed to them from AMI. Those who have questions can call the Pennsylvania Health Hotline number 1-877-724-3258.

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Covid testing in Upland

December 9, 2020 in CommunityCOVID-19 News

Public Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing in Darby and Upland

Delaware County will be conducting public drive-thru COVID-19 testing at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby and at the US Army Reserve next week in Upland.

Testing will be available for insured and uninsured individuals 12 years of age or older who live or work in Delaware County and have COVID-19 symptoms, were exposed to COVID-19, or are considered critical/essential workers.

Individuals must pre-register at www.chesco.org/4562/Delco-Testing to receive a test.

If you have health insurance, please bring your insurance card to the test site. However, there are no out-of-pocket costs or co-pays for COVID-19 testing. Masks or face coverings must be worn.

COVID-19 Clinics

Upland
US Army Reserve
500 W. 24th Street
Upland, PA 19013

Monday, 12/7, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, 12/8, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/9, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Thursday, 12/10, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday, 12/11, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Darby
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
1500 Lansdowne Avenue
Darby, PA 19023

Monday, 12/7, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, 12/8, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday, 12/9, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday, 12/10, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, 12/11, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

More information about these COVID testing events at DelcoPA.gov

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