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<\/p>\nSan Andreas, CA…On Monday, August 2, 2021, Calaveras Public Health reported a significant increase in COVID-19 cases over the last two weeks. California State officials reported a 14-day average of 73 cases compared to 46 cases from the previous 14-day average. Calaveras Public Health is working to confirm the numbers reported to the state. The surge in cases may be a result of the emerging Delta variant, communities with low vaccination rates, easing of preventive measures, and people moving indoors as warm temperatures remain.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWhat we know about the Delta variant is that this new strain spreads more easily from person-to-person. The most community spread and negative impact due to COVID-19 happens in communities with low vaccination rates,\u201d said Dr. Rene Ramirez, Calaveras County Health Officer. According to the CDC, most hospitalizations and deaths have been among the unvaccinated. \u201cThe best protection we have against COVID-19 is to get fully vaccinated. If you haven\u2019t received your second shot of a two-dose vaccine, you aren\u2019t getting the most protection against COVID-19. People who haven\u2019t been vaccinated at all against COVID-19 are most at risk,\u201d stated Dr. Ramirez.<\/p>\n
Calaveras Public Health urges the public to take necessary prevention measures seriously to protect their family and friends from COVID-19. Everyone needs to take steps to protect themselves against COVID-19 including anyone not fully vaccinated, children under 12 who cannot be vaccinated yet, and those with weakened immune systems. The best way to avoid being exposed to the virus is to:
\n\uf0b7 Get vaccinated
\n\uf0b7 Wear a mask in public indoor settings
\n\uf0b7 Get tested if experiencing COVID-19 symptoms
\n\uf0b7 Stay at least 6 feet from others
\n\uf0b7 Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces<\/p>\n
State guidance on face coverings, requires that all individuals regardless of vaccination status wear a mask in the following indoor settings:
\n\uf0b7 On public transit
\n\uf0b7 Indoors in K-12 schools, childcare
\n\uf0b7 Emergency shelters and cooling centers<\/p>\n
Due to the recent rise in COVID-19 cases, masks are strongly encouraged for all vaccinated individuals and are required for unvaccinated individuals in indoor public settings and businesses including retail, restaurants, theaters, local government offices serving the public and other settings.<\/p>\n
Calaveras Public Health is offering COVID-19 testing at the San Andreas Library on Tuesday, August 3, from 9am-12pm. The library is located at 1299 Gold Hunter Road, San Andreas. To schedule an appointment visit https:\/\/bit.ly\/3hoInsy. People who do not have internet access should call (209) 754-6460 to schedule an appointment. All minors need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please bring health insurance information. If you’re uninsured, the government pays for your test. Walk-ins are accepted.<\/p>\n
Symptoms of COVID-19 may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
\n\uf0b7 Fever or chills
\n\uf0b7 Cough
\n\uf0b7 Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
\n\uf0b7 Fatigue
\n\uf0b7 Muscle or body aches
\n\uf0b7 Headache
\n\uf0b7 New loss of taste or smell
\n\uf0b7 Sore throat
\n\uf0b7 Congestion or runny nose
\n\uf0b7 Nausea or vomiting
\n\uf0b7 Diarrhea<\/p>\n
Look for emergency warning signs for COVID-19. If someone is showing signs, seek emergency care immediately:
\n\uf0b7 Trouble breathing
\n\uf0b7 New confusion or weakness
\n\uf0b7 Bluish lips or face
\n\uf0b7 Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
\n\uf0b7 Inability to wake or stay awake<\/p>\n
Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 prevents severe illness, hospitalization, and death. With the Delta variant, getting vaccinated is more urgent than ever. Any eligible person interested in getting vaccinated can go to any of the following mobile vaccination clinics. Walk-ins are accepted.<\/p>\n
Vaccination sites and locations:<\/p>\n
Murphys \u2013 Wednesday, August 4
\nMusic in the Park
\n480 Park Lane
\n12:30PM-8:30PM<\/p>\n
Murphys, Saturday, August 7
\nBrice Station
\n3353 CA Hwy 4
\n5:00PM-9:00PM<\/p>\n
San Andreas \u2013 Thursday, August 5
\nAvalon
\n900 Mountain Ranch Road
\n10:00AM-7:00PM<\/p>\n
Mokelumne Hill, Sunday, August 8
\nMokelumne Hill Library
\n8328 Main Street
\n12:00PM-8:00PM<\/p>\n
West Point \u2013 Friday, August 6
\nWest Point Elementary
\n54 Bald Mountain Road
\n3:00PM-6:00PM<\/p>\n
To receive information and resources related to COVID-19 visit the Calaveras County COVID-19 website.
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