Full Notification

935 NEW COVID-19 CASES IN NEW JERSEY
NJ TOTAL IS NOW 2,844 
 LATEST STATE/COUNTY UPDATES:  The latest statistics related to the COVID-19 Coronavirus from Governor Murphy’s office this afternoon includes 935 new positive test results in New Jersey for a statewide total of 2,844.  Middlesex County reports 61 new cases for a total of 210 positive cases.  Monroe has just been notified of three new cases:  36-year-old female, 64-year-old female and 69-year-old female.  Monroe now has a total of fifteen positive cases.    
NOTE:  OUR REGULAR 5PM DAILY UPDATE WILL BE MOVING TO BETWEEN 6 – 8PM TO INCLUDE UP-TO-THE-MINUTE INFORMATION FROM MIDDLESEX COUNTY.
“I continue to stress the importance of staying home to flatten the curve,” said Mayor Tamburro. “I also want to warn our residents not to fall victim to scammers who are taking advantage this health crisis. No reputable agency is calling to ask if you want to be tested. Do not give your credit or debit card to any unsolicited caller – now or ever.”
 
COVID-19 DRIVE-THRU TESTING SITE IN MONROE TWP at MyInstaDoc, 298 Applegarth Road:  TESTING AVAILABLE TUESDAY 9AM-5PM AND THURSDAY 9AM-5PM.  PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED – Limited availability and those without appointments must wait in line.  Pre-register at www.myinstadocmonroe.com or call 609-207-3220 to speak with a medical professional.
TELEMEDICINE RESOURCES:  Here are links to some local hospitals and their tele-medicine service.  Most allow you to connect to a physician through a phone call or video visit for a nominal fee.

• RWJUH – Download the app on your smart phone or tablet, https://rwjbhtelemed.org
• Hackensack Meridian – For a limited time, NJ residents can schedule online visits at ConvenientCareNow.com. If you are 65+ use promo code HMHFREE for a free consult www.convenientcarenow.com/landing.htm.
• Princeton Penn Medicine – For a variety of virtual health options visit, https://www.pennmedicine.org/for-patients-and-visitors/find-a-program-or-service/connected-health

 
PRESIDENT TRUMP AGREES TO GOVERNOR’S REQUEST FOR FOUR POP-UP HOSPITALS:  According to NJ.com, President Trump has agreed that New Jersey would get four pop-up hospitals to help handle the surge in coronavirus patients in the state.  View the full article here:  https://www.nj.com/coronavirus/2020/03/gov-murphy-says-trump-agreed-to-4-pop-up-hospitals-for-surge-in-coronavirus-patients-in-nj.html?utm_campaign=njpolitics_sf&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_content=nj_twitter_njpolitics
DIABETES FOUNDATION HOTLINE FOR BACKUP EMERGENCY KITS:    The Diabetes Foundation has opened a hotline for individuals living with all types of diabetes to receive a free Backup Emergency Kit.  Anyone in need of an emergency backup kit can apply to receive one by visiting www.diabetesfoundation.org or calling 973-849-5234. 
MENTAL HEALTH HELPLINE:  The Governor’s Office announced the availability of tele-mental health services from 8 am – 8 pm at 866-202-HELP (4357). 
 
RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICE & GROCERY DIRECTORY:  Please review the directory of available services and operating hours for local essential businesses.  This information has been provided by business owners and is current as of Monday, March 23 at 5pm.  To update your information, please contact Eileen Biennas at [email protected] 732-521-4400: https://monroetwp.com/index.php/news/36-news-flash/636-covid-19-business-operating-schedule
 
MIDDLESEX COUNTY FOOD PANTRY DIRECTORY:  Middlesex County Foods has released a directory of county food pantries for those in need.  Visit:  https://monroetwp.com/index.php/news/36-news-flash/637-covid-19-mcfoods-directory
 
FEMA RUMOR CONTROL:    FEMA maintains a rumor control page to help the public distinguish between rumors and facts regarding the COVID-19 Coronavirus.  Visit:   www.fema.gov/coronavirus-rumor-control