DRAFT B: NJ COVID-19 Updates, Including Halloween Advice

The State of New Jersey sent this bulletin at 10/23/2020 12:50 PM EDT

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Updated COVID-19 Information
State of New Jersey

This Week's NJ COVID-19 Updates

Do you have questions about getting tested for COVID-19, contact tracing, traveling to or from the State of New Jersey, or even finding a new job? The State of New Jersey offers up-to-date information, resources, and guidance at our COVID-19 Information Hub.

Make Your Voice Heard!

Vote

Election day is quickly approaching this year, and we encourage you to vote! There are several ways to safely and securely vote in the upcoming election. Mail in your ballot, return it to a secure drop box, hand it directly to a poll worker on Election Day, or vote in person. Learn more. 

Trick or Treat! But Stay Safe!

Trick or Treat

The Department of Health has released health and safety guidance to help you and your family celebrate Halloween safely. Find advice for fall activities including: safe trick-or-treating, trunk-or-treating, hayrides, and corn mazes.

Add Your Phone to the Fight

Phone

COVID Alert NJ is New Jersey’s free and secure mobile app that anonymously alerts users if they have been in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19. Learn more about how the exposure notification app helps protect you and your family while ensuring your privacy. Download in the App Store for iPhone or get it on Google Play for Android.

Free COVID-19 Testing is Available

Covid Testing

Free COVID-19 testing is available at many locations across the state. Counties and cities have established free testing sites for local residents and free COVID-19 testing and treatment is available at Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). Learn more about insurance coverage for COVID-19 testing and testing for uninsured individuals here.

Updates to Travel Advisory

Travel Advisory

Two states were added to New Jersey’s travel advisory this week, bringing the total to 39 states and territories. Travelers from impacted states and territories should quarantine for 14 days upon on arrival. All non-essential interstate travel is highly discouraged given the increased spread of the virus nationwide. View the updated list and learn more here.

Visit COVID-19 Hub