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    This letter from the New York City Housing Authority provides residents with information about Ebola in light of the first case diagnosed in New York City. It summarizes that the risk of infection is extremely small, as Ebola can only spread through direct contact with bodily fluids of an infected symptomatic person. It notes the outbreak is concentrated in three West African countries and outlines symptoms to watch for. It advises residents that if they have traveled from these countries within 21 days and experience symptoms, to immediately call 911 and be prepared to provide travel and symptom information. The letter concludes that no NYCHA residents have been quarantined or diagnosed, but the agency is prepared to protect resident health using approved CDC procedures if needed.

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    This letter from the New York City Housing Authority provides residents with information about Ebola in light of the first case diagnosed in New York City. It summarizes that the risk of infection is extremely small, as Ebola can only spread through direct contact with bodily fluids of an infected symptomatic person. It notes the outbreak is concentrated in three West African countries and outlines symptoms to watch for. It advises residents that if they have traveled from these countries within 21 days and experience symptoms, to immediately call 911 and be prepared to provide travel and symptom information. The letter concludes that no NYCHA residents have been quarantined or diagnosed, but the agency is prepared to protect resident health using approved CDC procedures if needed.

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    This letter from the New York City Housing Authority provides residents with information about Ebola in light of the first case diagnosed in New York City. It summarizes that the risk of infection is extremely small, as Ebola can only spread through direct contact with bodily fluids of an infected symptomatic person. It notes the outbreak is concentrated in three West African countries and outlines symptoms to watch for. It advises residents that if they have traveled from these countries within 21 days and experience symptoms, to immediately call 911 and be prepared to provide travel and symptom information. The letter concludes that no NYCHA residents have been quarantined or diagnosed, but the agency is prepared to protect resident health using approved CDC procedures if needed.

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    NEW YORK CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY

    250 BROADWAY NEW YORK, NY 10007


    TEL: (212) 306-3000 http://nyc.gov/nycha

    SHOLA OLATOYE
    CHAIR & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

    October 29, 2014


    Dear NYCHA Resident:
    Last week, a physician residing in Manhattan who had recently worked with patients in Guinea was
    diagnosed with the Ebola virus. This is the first and only case of Ebola in New York City to date.
    The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is working closely with the New York City
    Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOH) and other City agencies to ensure that all residents
    of New York have the most up-to-date guidance about Ebola.
    Here are some important facts to understand about the Ebola virus:

    The risk of infection in New York City is extremely small.


    Ebola can be spread only by direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person. It is not
    spread through the air or simply by being near someone who is infected.
    You cannot contract Ebola from food or water.
    People only become contagious after they begin to have symptoms, such as fever.
    The Ebola outbreak is concentrated in only three countries Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone.
    If someone has traveled to Liberia, Guinea, or Sierra Leone in the past 21 days but does not
    have any symptoms, he or she cannot infect anyone else with Ebola.
    Early Ebola symptoms include: fever, headache, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain,
    or lack of appetite.
    If you or anyone in your family has traveled to Liberia, Guinea, or Sierra Leone in the past 21
    days and has any early Ebola symptoms, you should call 911 immediately. Be prepared to
    identify the affected individual's symptoms and travel history. Health care will be provided
    across the City with no questions asked about immigration status and regardless of ability to
    pay.

    Thus far, no NYCHA residents have been quarantined or diagnosed with Ebola. In the event that a
    NYCHA resident is quarantined or hospitalized, NYCHA, in collaboration with DOH and the CDC, is
    prepared to protect the health and welfare of all residents using DOH/CDC-approved procedures.
    We hope this helps address some of your concerns about Ebola and encourage you to stay informed
    about Ebola facts by checking the DOHMH website regularly at www.nyc.gov/Ebola. You can also
    call 311 for more information and guidance.

    Thank you,

    Shola Olatoye
    Chair & CEO

    Mary T. Bassett, MD, MPH


    Commissioner
    Department of Health & Mental Hygiene

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