Update: COVID-19 Cases Showing Slowing Trend in Montgomery County, Plus Where to Get the Vaccine if You Are Eligible

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Montgomery County reported 230 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday afternoon, January 26, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 41,656 countywide since March 7, 2020.

There are 8 new COVID-19 deaths reported in Montgomery County, the current total deaths are numbered at 1,125.

Find the Cases and Deaths by Municipality here.

Vaccine Information
The Pennsylvania Department of Health has released a map that highlights all the locations that are providing the COVID-19 vaccine in Montgomery County to those who are eligible within the first phase of the state’s rollout plan.

Check here to see if you are eligible. Montco residents can register here for the COVID-19 vaccine.

Find Southeastern Pennsylvania Regional COVID-19 Vaccine Providers here.

Any questions or concerns regarding vaccine registration or vaccine eligibility must be directed to the Montgomery County Office of Public Health here.

Neighboring Counties
The following is an update in COVID-19 data from Montgomery County’s neighboring counties, as provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

CountyTotal CasesTotal Deaths
Berks County30,418760
Bucks County38,4431,022
Chester County26,380647
Delaware County36,2521,110
Lehigh County27,105661
Philadelphia County102,0282,842

Cases by Nearby Counties

Pennsylvania Covid-19 Facts:
The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported 4,628 new positive cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, January 26, 2021, bringing the statewide total to 812,495.

There are 3,887 people currently hospitalized due to severe COVID-19 symptoms, with 770 of those people in intensive care, a decrease from last report.

There were 219 new COVID-19 deaths reported across the State, bringing the State’s total death toll to 20,883.

COVID-19 Testing in Montgomery County
Montgomery County’s testing sites are by appointment only. Register online or call 610-970-2937, and are self-administered.

Ardmore – 114 W. Lancaster Ave

  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday – 4pm-6pm
  • Tuesday & Thursday – 12pm-2pm
    Register Here

Green Lane – 2144 Snyder Rd

  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday – 4pm-6pm
  • Tuesday & Thursday – 12pm-2pm
    Register Here

Lansdale – 421 W. Main St

  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday – 4pm-6pm
  • Tuesday & Thursday – 12pm-2pm
    Register Here

Norristown – 1401 Dekalb Pike

  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday – 10am-12pm
  • Tuesday & Thursday – 3pm-5pm
    Register Here

Pottstown – 364 King St

  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday – 12pm-2pm
  • Tuesday & Thursday – 4pm-6pm
    Register Here

Willow Grove – 1678 Fairview Ave

  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday – 12pm-2pm
  • Tuesday & Thursday – 4pm-6pm
    Register Here

Additional testing sites, many of which operate over the weekend, can be found here.

COVID-19 Alert PA App
In addition to following state guidelines, such as wearing a mask in all businesses, washing hands frequently, and practicing social distancing, The Pennsylvania Department of Health has launched the COVID-19 Alert PA app as an effort to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

The COVID-19 Alert PA app uses the Exposure Notification System (ENS) by Apple and Google. Upon downloading the COVID-19 Alert PA app, the user has the option to receive notifications if they have potentially been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19.

Users can aid in fighting the spread of COVID-19 by opting to report to the Pennsylvania Department of Health through the app daily if they are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. In response, the app will provide information on what to do and allow the user to track their symptoms.

The app also provides users with the latest facts and figures on COVID-19 in Pennsylvania.

Additional Information
Mask-wearing is required in all businesses and whenever leaving home. Consistent mask-wearing is critical to preventing the spread of COVID-19.

COVID-19 contact tracing efforts are ongoing and are critical to slowing the spread of the disease. The County has partnered with ACLAMO, Family Services of Montgomery County, Montgomery County OIC, and Visiting Nurses Association Community Services to help with contact tracing efforts.

Individuals who have been tested or identified as a direct contact of an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19 and has received a call from any of our community partners may return the call to 610.278.5923 to find out their results or status. All information discussed on the call is strictly confidential and is only used to trace COVID-19 cases.

Have more questions about being tested for COVID-19 in Montgomery County like ‘Do I need an appointment?’ or ‘Do I need insurance?’ Check out the County’s testing Q&A page here.

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