Contact Tracing Volunteers Sought in Blair County

The Blair County Emergency Management Agency is seeking volunteers to serve as members of the Blair County COVID-19 Contact Tracing Team.

Contact tracing, a core disease control measure, is a key strategy for preventing further spread of COVID-19.

Mark Taylor, Blair County Public Safety director, said the purpose of Blair’s team is to support the Pennsylvania Department of Health by notifying individuals of their potential exposure as rapidly and sensitively as possible, and provide information on symptoms and quarantine procedures. Taylor said team volunteers will also provide guidance and su...