Since Tuesday, May 17th, 1,808 new COVID-19 cases have been reported and 24,411 new tests completed. There are 33 people hospitalized and 0 people in the ICU. There have been 4 new deaths of a 60 year old male, 61 year old female, 65 year old male and 81 year old female.
As of today, there have been 1,500 COVID-19 deaths in Ventura County. We pause to honor the lives lost and extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the community members who have passed away. Grief and loss resources are available at www.wellnesseveryday.org.
The R-effective for Ventura County is 1.32, which means that the spread of COVID is likely increasing. The R-effective for California is .95.
New Test-to-Treat Locations: The State now offers both testing and immediate treatment for individuals who are eligible at most state sites. Test to Treat sites allow individuals to get tested, be seen by a provider, and receive prescription antiviral pills (Paxlovid or Molnupiravir) if eligible. Services at OptumServe Test to Treat Sites are free for uninsured Californians. Test to Treat sites also offer Rapid/Antigen Tests by appointment and PCR Tests by walk-in. Make an appointment at https://lhi.care/covidtesting or call 888-634-1123.
Free at home COVID tests: Every home in the U.S. is now eligible to order a 3rd round of 8 additional free at-home, rapid COVID-19 tests. Visit covidtests.gov or call 1-800-232-0233.
84.1% of eligible community members (ages 5+) have received a 1st COVID vaccine dose
77.3% of eligible community members (ages 5+) have been fully vaccinated
For more information visit www.vcrecovers.org.
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