Mont Vernon Health Department

01/20/2022

CDC recently published new guidance on types of masks, including which masks offer the most protection. Cloth masks provide the least protection from the Omicron varient and are little more than face decoration. N95s are the most protective and paper surgical masks are in-between. KN95s are also in-between unless they are cheap knock-offs like 60% of the ones tested. Poor fitting masks with gaps around the sides offer little protection.

To reduce the potential to contract the disease, wear the most protective mask you can that fits well and that you will wear consistently.

In related news, the federal government will be providing free N95s. Three free masks per person can be picked up at local pharmacies in early February.

Choosing a Mask or Respirator for Different Situations

01/18/2022

Free Covid home tests kits are now available by mail from the federal government. Simply go to https://www.covidtests.gov/ and enter your address to order 4 test kits. Shipping is expected in late January

Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.

01/13/2022

Town Mask Requirements

With Covid-19 cases again on the rise, the Town of Mont Vernon would like to remind townspeople of the following requirements at town facilities:

1. All townspeople and visitors, including children older than 2, regardless of vaccination status, must wear masks at indoor Town facilities, including:
• Daland Memorial Library
• Town Hall
• Clerk’s Office
• Police Station
• Fire Station Community Room

2. Keep at least 6-feet of distance from others at all town facilities.

3. While outdoor at the Transfer Station, masks are encouraged but not required. Please keep 6-feet of distance to all townspeople and employees.

4. Masks are required at the Village School MPR for the upcoming Town meeting on the Municipal Budget and Warrant articles on February 1st.

Masks must cover your mouth and nose.

The very best way to protect yourself and your family from getting Covid is by getting the vaccine and booster. Vaccines and boosters are available for free at all local pharmacies and Wal Mart. You can book an appointment by calling the pharmacy or online at vaccines.gov.

If you have any questions on Covid, please call the Mont Vernon Health Officer, Rich Masters, at 603/320-8656 or email mvhealthofficer@gmail.com.

01/01/2022

Covid Resources
With so much misinformation circulating about the virus its important to stay informed on the facts from reliable, science-based sources. Below are links to useful information on the state of the pandemic and how to protect yourself and reduce the potential to spread the virus.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

New Hampshire Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
https://www.covid19.nh.gov/

New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR) Coronavirus Coverage
https://www.nhpr.org/coronavirus-coverage

Johns Hopkins University Covid Trends
https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/data/new-cases-50-states/new-hampshire

Harvard Medical School
https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/if-youve-been-exposed-to-the-coronavirus

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12/14/2021