COVID-19 information for the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region, including current COVID cases, positivity and hospitalization rates, and guidance about COVID vaccines and boosters

Updated COVID-19 booster doses will be widely available to the public following CDC approval.

There are now four COVID-19 vaccines available for the public to choose from. The CDC recently approved Novavax as an option for adults in the U.S.

A 'rebound COVID case' happens when someone infected with COVID-19 recovers after taking an antiviral drug, then tests positive for a second time within 2-8 days.

BA.5 is a new subvariant of COVID-19 that is spreading quickly around the United States. Emil Lesho, DO, explains what it is, how it is different from previous variants, and how to stay healthy.

Flu data for the 2021-2022 influenza season is updated weekly on this page. Previous flu season data is also available for comparison.

COVID vaccines for children under 5 now has emergency use authorization from the FDA and CDC. The Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines are authorized for young children. Our pediatricians share what parents might want to know.

Any individual age 5 or older is eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot five months after they were fully vaccinated. There are several reasons to get the booster.

When a new virus suddenly appears and spurs a global pandemic, how do you test for it? Lab professionals with Rochester Regional Health share the challenges of microbiology innovation.

A second booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine has been approved by the FDA as needed for certain populations.

The BA.2 variant is now the dominant COVID-19 variant in the U.S. Emil Lesho, DO, outlines the details of this latest variant of the pandemic.

Due to a decline in demand for on-site COVID-19 testing, St. Lawrence Health is closing one of its testing sites in Canton.

Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors and researchers can point to several ways in which cardiac health and the coronavirus are connected.

There are several varieties of masks that can be worn as a face covering. Our experts analyze which ones protect your health the best.

Doctors are seeing more cases of flu, COVID-19, and other viral illnesses this winter. So what does this mean about our immune systems?

Taking an at-home COVID-19 test can lead to several different choices, depending on whether you have symptoms. We answer your questions and give the latest guidance.

With the current surge in COVID-19 cases, there are questions about at-home COVID tests vs. PCR tests when it comes to reporting a positive case.

U.S. health authorities have approved two antiviral pills created to treat patients diagnosed with COVID-19.

Are you feeling uncertain about how to handle a group gathering amid rising COVID-19 cases? You are not the only one with questions.

For some individuals diagnosed with COVID-19, symptoms can continue to affect their health for weeks or months after they first tested positive.

There is some confusion about how COVID-19 can spread. Maryrose Laguio-Vila, MD, explains how it all works.

Influenza and COVID-19 are both widespread viral illnesses that can overwhelm hospital systems on their own. Both are shaping up to make this winter especially tough.

If you put off your regular mammogram at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, now is a great time to schedule an appointment.

An emerging variant of COVID-19 is getting international attention. Emil Lesho, DO, explains what the scientific community knows so far.

As we head into the colder months this season, there are steps and behaviors we can take to reduce our risk of getting sick.

Children ages 5-11 can now get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Here is how the child vaccine differs from the adult vaccine.

Physicians and healthcare providers with Rochester Regional Health are working to protect the health of people living in their communities.

Healthcare services will remain available as New York’s vaccine mandate for health workers goes into effect on Sept. 27.

The Delta variant has been the main topic of COVID-19 conversation this summer. What about other variants? Emil Lesho, DO, explains how it all works.

Chief Medical Officer Tara Gellasch, MD, helps us understand how the COVID-19 vaccines can impact pregnant and breastfeeding women and whether the vaccines are safe.

View our Guide for the latest on eligibility for and availability of COVID-19 vaccination appointments in our region.

This exceedingly rare neurological disorder affects approximately 1 in 100,000 people in the U.S. Our experts explain what it is and how it is treated.

Guidance continues to evolve as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay up-to-date on the latest recommendations for schools in the United States and New York State.

Worldwide attention is on a more contagious variant of the COVID-19 virus called ‘Delta.’ Infectious disease specialists with Rochester Regional Health explain what it is and if it puts you at more risk.

Children over the age of 12 are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine in the United States. Pediatrician Dr. LeKeyah Wilson offers her perspective on making the decision with your children.

As events and sporting games resume, Melissa Bronstein, director of Infection Prevention, discusses the guidelines for both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals.