As the number of laboratory-confirmed flu cases and
flu-related hospitalizations continue their steady increase statewide,
Governor Andrew Cuomo today directed the New York State Department of
Health to take additional steps to ensure healthcare facilities are
prepared for the remainder of the flu season. The Governor directed the
Department to begin enhanced monitoring of hospitals through the Health
Emergency Response Data System to ensure hospitals have the capacity,
guidance and resources necessary to combat the recent surge in
hospitalizations.
"As the numbers of flu cases
and flu hospitalizations continue to rise, I've directed the Department
of Health to use every tool at its disposal to make sure our healthcare
system remains prepared for an influx of patients," Governor Cuomo said.
"While providers are taking extra steps in response to the uptick in
the flu season, New Yorkers can still protect themselves and others by
getting a flu shot."
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Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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