Prevention Tips
The current COVID-19 Alert Level in NYC is High.
At this time, follow these prevention tips:
Get Vaccinated and Boosted
COVID-19 vaccines are available for everyone age 5 and older. Booster shots are available for everyone 12 and older.
- Call 877-VAX4NYC (877-829-4692) to find a vaccination site.
- COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Wear a Mask
- Wear a mask whenever required, such as on public transportation and in health care settings.
- Consider wearing a mask in public indoor settings where vaccine status is not known.
- Upgrade to higher-quality masks, including KN95, KF94, N95, or a cloth mask on top of a surgical mask.
- Basics about Masks (PDF)
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Get Tested
- Get tested if you have symptoms or were recently exposed. People who are unvaccinated should get tested more often.
- If you test positive, you may be eligible for treatment. Treatment works best the sooner you begin, so it is important to get tested and seek care right away.
- Visit COVID-19 Testing Locations or text “COVID TEST” to 855-48
- NYC Health + Hospital sites offering testing at no cost to you
- COVID-19 Testing: At-home Testing (PDF)
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Stay Home If Sick or Recently Exposed
- Follow all isolation and quarantine guidance, including wearing a face mask. COVID-19 is highly contagious. You can spread COVID-19 even if you do not have symptoms.
- COVID-19: What to Do When Sick
- COVID-19: Understanding Quarantine and Isolation (PDF)
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- CDC Quarantine and Isolation Calculator
Wash Your Hands
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use a hand sanitizer.
- Watch: COVID-19: Handwashing Tips