COVID-19 | Maniilaq Association

MHC COVID HOTLINE: 833-442-7015

If you are concerned you may have been exposed to COVID-19, please call the Hotline before arriving at the Emergency Room or local clinic.

If you are asked to be tested for COVID-19 at Maniilaq Health Center ahead of your appointment, please call 442-7047 to make an appointment. Testing will take place in the green tent outside of MHC's main entrance Mon-Fri from 8:30am-6:00pm and Saturday from 1:00pm-5:00pm.

COVID-19 CASE COUNTS IN MANIILAQ SERVICE AREA (MSA)

UPDATED ON 2/23/2021

ACTIVE CASES

MSA RESIDENT CASES
(incl. recovered)

567

NON-RESIDENT MSA CASES

RECOVERED IN MSA (incl. non-res)

590

COVID-19 VACCINES GIVEN IN MSA (first doses)

2,481

HOSPITALIZATIONS (cumulative)

DECEASED CASES

Click Here for Information on Statewide Alaska Case Counts

COVID-19 VACCINE

The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect you from getting COVID-19. Wearing masks and social distancing help reduce your chance of being exposed to the virus or spreading it to others, but these measures are not enough. Vaccines will work with your immune system so it will be ready to fight the virus if you are exposed. The combination of getting vaccinated and following CDC’s recommendations to protect yourself and others will offer the best protection from COVID-19.

Maniilaq is working to get each of our communities vaccinated in a timely manner. While experts don’t yet know what percentage of people would need to get vaccinated to achieve herd immunity, vaccination is a safer way to build protection than getting sick with COVID-19. We strive to vaccinate all residents willing to take the vaccine who are 16 years and older.

COVID-19 Vaccination Data for the Maniilaq Service Area

COVID-19 Vaccine Safety FAQ - COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ #1 - COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ #2

Click here for more information about the vaccine.

MANIILAQ COVID-19 PRESS RELEASES

February 22: Kotzebue Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19
February 19: Kivalina Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19
February 15: Kivalina Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19
February 12: Second COVID-19 Death of a MSA Resident
February 12: Kotzebue Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19
February 9: 3 MSA Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
February 3: Point Hope Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19
February 1: 8 MSA Residents & 1 Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19
January 25: First COVID-19 Death of a MSA Resident
January 23: 10 Kivalina Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
January 21: 21 MSA Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
January 20: 16 MSA Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
January 16: 17 Residents and One Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19
January 14: 27 Individuals Test Positive for COVID-19
January 8: 16 Buckland Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
January 6: 44 Kivalina Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
January 4: 16 MSA Residents and 1 Non-Res Test Positive for COVID-19

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

Everyone should take precautions against COVID-19, but elders, people with chronic heart or lung conditions, people who are pregnant, and people with weakened immune systems are considered higher risk.

HUNKER DOWN

Stay home except for essential activities.

Social
Distance

Stay at least 6 feet away from anyone who doesn’t live with you.

COVER
YOUR FACE

Wear a cloth face covering when you are in public areas.

Wash
Hands

Use soap and water to thoroughly wash your hands for at least 20 seconds.

DON'T
TOUCH FACE

Avoid touching your face, especially around your eyes, nose and mouth.

COVER COUGH
& SNEEZES

Cough or sneeze into your elbow or a tissue.

DISINFECT
SURFACES

Regularly disinfect surfaces, especially ones people touch frequently.

More CDC Guidance / CDC Disinfecting and Cleaning Recommendations / Maniilaq Cleaning Procedures

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE SICK

Common symptoms of COVID-19 are fatigue, fever and a dry cough, sometimes causing shortness of breath. Other symptoms include chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or a new loss of taste or smell. If you are concerned you have been exposed to COVID-19 please call the Maniilaq Health Center Hotline at 833-442-7015 so a health care provider can assist you.

SELF
ISOLATE

Confine yourself to a room separate from your family, using a separate bathroom if possible.

Call
MANIILAQ HOTLINE

Call the COVID-19 Hotline so a health care provider can give you further instructions.

DO NOT SHARE
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

Use separate dishes, glasses, utensils, and towels, or consider using disposable items.

MONITOR
SYMPTOMS

Call the Maniilaq COVID-19 Hotline if you experience chest tightness, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing.

More CDC Guidance

MANIILAQ RESOURCES

CDC/STATE RESOURCES

REGIONAL UPDATES

VILLAGE MANDATES

You can find any travel restrictions in effect on the Northwest Arctic Borough's website click here for more information.