COVID-19
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: DISTRICT COVID POLICIES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: DISTRICT COVID POLICIES
What information does MCVSD use to determine their COVID-19 policies?
MCVSD has historically followed the recommendations of the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH)
The most current "Respiratory Virus Guidance" may be accessed here
COVID-19 INFORMATION LINKS
COVID-19 INFORMATION LINKS
COVID-19 Disease Symptoms
COVID-19 Disease Symptoms
Monmouth County Vaccine & Testing Clinics
Monmouth County Vaccine & Testing Clinics
Monmouth County Residents may obtain free testing and vaccination at various clinics.
Download the MONMOUTH COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT APP for an up-to-date list of clinics. The App is available in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. For more information, call MCHD at 732-431-7456 or visit www.visitmonmouth.com.
MULTISYSTEM INFLAMMATORY SYNDROME IN CHILDREN (MIS-C)
MULTISYSTEM INFLAMMATORY SYNDROME IN CHILDREN (MIS-C)
MIS-C is a severe, possibly life-threatening immune reaction to COVID-19 infection. As of January 3, 2022:
6,431 cases across the US (5,526 Nov 1, 2021)
55 MIS-C deaths (44 as of Nov 1, 2021)
Median age = 9 years. Half of children with MIS-C were between the ages of 5 and 13 years.
Ethnic disparity: 59% of cases occurred in children who are Hispanic/Latino or Black, Non-Hispanic.
98% of patients tested positive for COVID-19. The remaining 2% of patients had contact with someone with COVID-19.
Gender disparity: 61% of reported patients were male.
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