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Saint Paul Island, ALASKA
COVID-19 Dashboard
Welcome to the official COVID-19 Dashboard for Saint Paul Island, Alaska. This site is your local resource to help you become EDUCATED on community COVID-19 precautionary measures.
9 Active Cases
208 Confirmed Cases
Guide To COVID-19 Community Mitigation/ Protective Measures
In order to keep our community safe and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Saint Paul City Council passed an emergency ordinance that outlines community mitigation/protective measures (pdf).
Click to expand the sections below to see a summary of these mitigation/protective measures.
All individuals, regardless of age, traveling to Saint Paul Island must submit a negative COVID-19 test result to the City within 48 hours prior to travel. If using an over-the-counter (OTC) home test for pre travel testing, please test and send results 24 hours prior to travel. To download a Quick Reference Sheet of Protective Measures, click here.
All individuals, regardless of age and vaccination status, must submit a negative COVID-19 test result to the City within 24 hours after arrival on on Saint Paul Island.
Reminder that the City does accept over-the-counter and home antigen tests. Send a picture of your results to snpcovid19@stpaulak.com.
To download a Quick Reference Sheet of Protective Measures, click here.
Businesses that may require the use of Anĝiliisix̂:
- Saint Paul Health Center
- City Hall for public/visitors
Wearing an anĝiliisix̂, double masking, KN95 or N95 masks in all public indoor settings is recommended. Cloth masks are not recommended.
Keeping Saint Paul Island Informed
NIXLE: Text and/or Email Alerts
The City of Saint Paul is using NIXLE to provide alerts via text or email. Click to sign up for NIXLE.
FACEBOOK: Updates & Alerts
The City of Saint Paul is using Facebook to post alerts, updates and a schedule of radio sessions.
RADIO: Updates and Q&A
The City of Saint Paul will provide regular updates on KUHB 91.9. Follow our Facebook page for information on upcoming radio updates.
City Council Meetings
City Council meetings will continue to be broadcast on KUHB 91.9 and will contain updates and information related to the City's response to COVID-19.
News Releases
Below are a list of news releases from the City of Saint Paul related to COVID-19 on Saint Paul Island.
2/13/23 New Release 23-10: COVID-19
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2/10/23 New Release 23-9: COVID-19
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2/9/23 New Release 23-8: COVID-19
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2/6/23 New Release 23-7: COVID-19
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2/3/23 New Release 23-6: COVID-19
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2/1/23 New Release 23-5: COVID-19
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1/31/23 New Release 23-4: COVID-19
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1/30/23 New Release 23-3: COVID-19
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1/29/23 New Release 23-2: COVID-19
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1/28/23 New Release 23-1: COVID-19
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11/12/22 New Release 87: COVID-19
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11/10/22 New Release 86: COVID-19
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11/7/22 New Release 85: COVID-19
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11/4/22 New Release 84: COVID-19
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11/4/22 New Release 83: COVID-19
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11/2/22 New Release 82: COVID-19
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11/2/22 New Release 81: COVID-19
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11/1/22 New Release 80: COVID-19
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10/25/22 New Release 79: COVID-19
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10/24/22 New Release 78: COVID-19
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10/22/22 New Release 77: COVID-19
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10/21/22 New Release 76: COVID-19
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10/11/22 New Release 75: COVID-19
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10/10/22 New Release 74: COVID-19
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10/10/22 New Release 73: COVID-19
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10/8/2022 News Release 72: COVID-19
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9/6/22 New Release 71: COVID-19
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7/11/2022 News Release 70: COVID-19
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7/7/22 News Release 69: COVID-19
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7/4/22 News Release 68: COVID-19
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7/1/22 News Release 67: COVID-19
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6/29/22 News Release 62: COVID-19
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6/22/22 News Release 61: COVID-19
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6/21/22 News Release 60: COVID-19
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6/17/22 News Release 58: COVID-19
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6/16/22 News Release 57: COVID-19
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6/16/22 News Release 56: COVID-19
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6/15/22 News Release 55: COVID-19
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6/14/22 News Release 54: COVID-19
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6/13/22 News Release 53: COVID-19
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6/12/22 News Release 52: COVID-19
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6/11/22 News Release 51: COVID-19
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6/10/22 News Release 50: COVID-19
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6/7/22 News Release 47: COVID-19
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6/7/22 Emergency Ordinance 22-96: Hunker Down to Prevent the Further Spread of COVID-19 throughout Saint Paul Island
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2/21/22 News Release 29: COVID-19
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2/6/22 News Release 28: COVID-19
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News
Below are a list of news articles related to COVID-19 on Saint Paul Island.
February 16, 2023 – Council extends Emergency Ordinance 23-90
Quick Reference Sheet: Covid Protective Measures
City of Saint Paul
January 18, 2023 – Emergency Ordinance 23-90: Protective measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 throughout Saint Paul Island
“COVID-19 Updated Boosters Are Available”
City of Saint Paul
“Want to Learn More About COVID-19 Vaccine for your 6 Month to 4 Year Old?”
City of Saint Paul
“St. Paul hunkers down following largest spike in COVID cases since start of the pandemic”
Hope McKenny, KUCB
“Alaska COVID Genomic Surveillance Situation Report 7/20”
Alaska Sequencing Consortium
“Summary of COVID-19 Vaccine Breakthrough Cases“
State of Alaska Epidemiology
“St. Paul Implements ‘Hunker Down’ Order Following First COVID-19 Case In Pribilof Island Community”
Hope McKenny, KUCB
“St. Paul in Alaska’s Pribilof Islands goes into hunker down after confirming first COVID-19 case”
Morgan Krakow, Anchorage Daily News
Get Vaccinated: An Interview with Dr. Anne Zink (mp3)
Produced by Kayden Zacharof and Julia Merculief, KUHB
Protect Yourself and Others
Together we can slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep our loved ones safe.
Practice Good Hygiene
Chakin x̂ulada (Wash your hands) for at least 20 seconds.
Practice good hygiene.
Cover any cough or sneeze.
Sigaquudaan adĝalagada (Don't touch your face) with unwashed hands.
Practice Physical Distancing
Stay home when possible.
When in public keep a minimum of six feet away from others at all times.
Angiliisix̂ chuda (Wear a breath catcher in Public)
Wear an Anĝiliisix̂ (breath catcher/cloth face covering) to help protect others in case you’re infected but don’t have symptoms.
Children under 2, or anyone who has trouble breathing should NOT wear cloth face coverings.
Disinfect high touch surfaces
High touch surfaces include: Tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks, etc.
Follow instructions on the label to ensure effective and safe use.
Get Tested If You Are Sick
If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, isolate yourself from others and call a provider to get tested.
If you require medical attention, call before going in.
Protecting Our Loved Ones
Our actions and continued caution can help to protect our loved ones.
If you are a family member or caregiver of a person over age 65 or at higher risk, here are four steps to help protect your loved one during this time.
What to do If You Are Sick
Call 911 if you are having a medical emergency
If you have flu-like illness or respiratory symptoms, call your medical provider or the Saint Paul Health Center, 907-546-8300, so that you can be evaluated and receive recommendations about next steps.
You may be tested if you have:
ANY of the following symptoms:
- cough or shortness of breath
- fever
- chills
- repeated shaking with chills
- muscle pain
- headache
- sore throat
- new loss of taste or smell
- any other cold, flu or allergy like symptoms
If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, isolate yourself from others and call 907-546-8300
Saint Paul Health Center
Looking for More Information?
Saint Paul Island Resources
- Saint Paul Health Center:
1000 Polovina Turnpike
Saint Paul, AK 99660
907-546-8300
FacebookMonday to Friday
8:00am to 5:00pm - Southcentral Foundation:
SCF manages the Saint Paul Health Center as a Federally Qualified Health Center.
State and Federal Resources
- State of Alaska COVID-19 Information:
Information about how to keep yourself and your family healthy. - State of Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management:
Resources and information on emergency preparation and response. - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
The CDC leads the U.S. response to coronavirus. - FEMA Coronavirus Site:
News and resources from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
