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Hackensack NJ, according to Hospital official a Hackensack UMC patient with suspected case of COVID-19 tests positive for virus. Gov. Phil Murphy and Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver say that the first “presumptive positive” case of novel coronavirus or COVID-19 has been detected in New Jersey, but still has to be confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT today issued an update on the precautionary measures taken by the agency in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), ensuring the agency is taking all appropriate precautions to protect employees and customers and that the system of Rail, Bus, Light Rail and Access Link vehicles remain safe to use.
Continue reading NJ Transit Preps for Coronavirus ,cleans and disinfects Trains,Buses and Stations
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Ridgewood NJ, Dr. Fishbein gave an update on the novel coronavirus (COVID-2019). The district is monitoring the information being released by the Centers for Disease Control and the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH). Three letters regarding COVID-2019 have been sent to the school community, as well as two flu season letters. Students are being reminded to wash their hands and avoid touching their eyes and nose. Schools are closely monitoring the hand sanitizer dispensers to ensure that they are filled. Families who have traveled and returned from high impact areas have voluntarily quarantined. The NJDOH does not recommend closure of schools; the decision to close school is made by the superintendent unless a state of emergency is declared. The district has been communicating with Department of Health for the Village of Ridgewood. Parents are reminded to keep children home if they are sick. Letters and important resources for the community can be found on the district website. Click here to access the Health Notices page.
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Montvale NJ, Montvale Mayor and candidate for Congress in NJ-5, Mike Ghassali called for closing the US Border with Mexico until Coronavirus is successfully contained.
“I urge President Trump and leaders in Congress to act swiftly to contain the Coronavirus outbreak by closing our border with Mexico. This commonsense safety precaution will save lives and keep everyday Americans safe.” Stated Ghassali. “It is time that our government put public safety and the health of Americans above all else.”
Recent reports claim that new cases of the coronavirus have been identified in northern Mexico, only miles from the US border.
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EWING NJ, Governor Phil Murphy, joined by State health and emergency management officials at the Regional Operations Intelligence Center, highlighted New Jersey’s preparedness measures amid the global novel coronavirus outbreak. New Jersey has no confirmed cases of COVID-19.
Continue reading NJ Governor Murphy Updates the Public on the Status of Coronavirus in the State
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Ridgewood NJ, Outbreaks of novel virus infections among people are always of public health concern. The risk from these outbreaks depends on characteristics of the virus, including how well it spreads between people, the severity of resulting illness, and the medical or other measures available to control the impact of the virus (for example, vaccine or treatment medications). The fact that this disease has caused illness, including illness resulting in death, and sustained person-to-person spread is concerning. These factors meet two of the criteria of a pandemic. As community spread is detected in more and more countries, the world moves closer toward meeting the third criteria, worldwide spread of the new virus.
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Ridgewood NJ, 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. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:
Reviewed By: Lisa Lockerd Maragakis, M.D., M.P.H.
Influenza (“the flu”) and COVID-19, the illness caused by the new coronavirus, are both infectious respiratory illnesses. Although the symptoms of COVID-19 and the flu can look similar, the two illnesses are caused by different viruses.
As of Feb. 11, 2020, the flu is showing much more of an impact on Americans than COVID-19. You can find up-to-date information on COVID-19 at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Lisa Maragakis, M.D., M.P.H., senior director of infection prevention at Johns Hopkins, explains how the flu and COVID-19 are similar and how they are different.
Continue reading Johns Hopkins Medicine : the Facts , Coronavirus Disease 2019 vs. the Flu
Bayonne NJ, port of call Bayonne, four of the 27 Royal Caribbean passengers screened for coronavirus after the cruise ship docked in Bayonne on Friday morning were sent to hospitals for further evaluation, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said.
The other 23 were cleared and permitted to disembark from the Anthem of the Seas along with the ship’s other passengers, who said they were unaware of the coronavirus concerns until being alerted by news reports.
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Washington DC, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex M. Azar II declared a public health emergency for the entire United States to aid the nation’s healthcare community in responding to 2019 novel coronavirus.
“While this virus poses a serious public health threat, the risk to the American public remains low at this time, and we are working to keep this risk low,” Secretary Azar said. “We are committed to protecting the health and safety of all Americans, and this public health emergency declaration is the latest in the series of steps the Trump Administration has taken to protect our country.”
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Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy today announced New Jersey’s preparedness activities related to the outbreak of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Wuhan, China and its recent spread to the United States. The Murphy Administration is taking a comprehensive approach to respond to 2019-nCoV by ensuring public health and health care system preparedness. At this time, New Jersey has no confirmed cases of 2019-nCoV or reports under investigation.
“As Governor, I am above all charged with protecting the health and safety of our residents,” said Governor Murphy. “New Jersey is an international crossroads, home to global businesses and research and educational institutions, and with proximity to numerous international airports and other points of entry. Together, we are collaborating with our federal partners, state authorities, and local health officials to ensure that we have strong preparedness protocols in place to protect all New Jerseyans.”
Collaborates with New Jersey Poison Center to Educate Community
Trenton NJ, The New Jersey Department of Health announced the opening of a hotline (1-800-222-1222) for the public to ask questions about the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.
“Although the risk to the public remains low, we understand that residents have questions about this new virus,” Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli said. “This hotline provides factual information to alleviate fear and dispel rumors.”
Continue reading New Jersey Department of Health Opens 2019 Novel Coronavirus Call Center for Public
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Hackensack NJ, according to North Jersey Media a patient at Hackensack University Medical Center was being evaluated Thursday night for possible infection with the coronavirus that originated in central China and has caused worldwide concern of a possible epidemic.
Ridgewood Art Institute : The Music and Art of Bucky Pizzarelli
New RAI Exhibit- The Music and Art of Bucky Pizzarelli
February 23rd – March 8th
John Paul “Bucky” Pizzarelli (born January 9, 1926) is an American Jazz guitarist and banjoist, and the father of jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli and upright bassist Martin Pizzarelli. Pizzarelli has also worked for NBC as a staffman for Dick Cavett (1971) and also ABC with Bobby Rosengarden in (1952). The list of musicians Pizzarelli has collaborated with over his career includes Les Paul, Stephane Grappelli, and Benny Goodman. Pizzarelli acknowledges Django Reinhardt, Freddie Green, and George Van Eps for their influences on his style and mode of play.
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Bucky Pizzarelli & Friends ,Thursday, July 21 at the Kasschau Memorial Shell
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Ridgewood NJ – Bucky Pizzarelli & Friends will appear at Kasschau Memorial Shell under the stars this Thursday, July 21 at 8:30 pm.
John Paul “Bucky” Pizzarelli was born January 9, 1926 and is an American Jazz guitarist and banjoist. Music runs in the family Pizzarelli is the father of jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli and upright bassist Martin Pizzarelli. He worked for ABC with Bobby Rosengarden in 1952 and NBC as a staffman for Dick Cavett in 1971 .
Bucky Pizzarelli has released over 30 albums and completed countless compilation and ensemble recordings with some of the world’s greatest jazz musicians. Pizzarelli has toured and played with jazz legends such as Benny Goodman, Zoot Sims, Bud Freeman ,as well as Les Paul, Stephane Grappelli.
Pizzarelli acknowledges Django Reinhardt, Freddie Green, and George Van Eps for their influences on his style and mode of play.
