"Testing is a cornerstone of our efforts to keep New
Yorkers safe from COVID-19. The more testing you do, the more accurate a
picture of the virus' spread you have," Governor Cuomo said.
"Yesterday's record-high number of tests helps the state make informed
decisions to protect the welfare of New Yorkers, and helps them make informed
decisions for themselves. But testing alone isn't enough, and we need residents
to continue to wear masks, socially distance and wash their hands. We will get
out on the other side of this together, but in the meantime we have to stay New
York Tough."
The governor also announced that New York State has
distributed 6 million bottles of NYS Clean hand sanitizer. Throughout the
pandemic, hand sanitizer has been provided at no charge to healthcare
facilities, government agencies, food banks, schools, colleges, public housing,
public transportation, prisons, first responders, frontline workers, and houses
of worship, among others.
