COVID-19 Update
Since Friday, there are 701 new COVID-19 cases reported and 12,169 new tests performed. There are 158 people hospitalized, 37 in the ICU. There have been 4 additional deaths of a 81 year old female, 67 year old male, 72 year old male, 63 year old male. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those who have passed away.
75.9% of Ventura County’s population 12+ has received the first dose.
77.7% of Ventura County’s population 18+ has received the first dose.
67.4% of Ventura County’s population 12+ are fully vaccinated.
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Cases among the fully vaccinated population are reported out every Wednesday.
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Ventura County Public Health Issues New Health Order Requiring Masking Indoors
Ventura County Public Health has issued a new health order requiring all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, to wear face coverings when indoors in public settings, with limited exceptions. This order took effect at 11:59 p.m. Friday, August 20, 2021. Businesses and other public entities have until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 23, 2021, to comply. The order will be in effect until 11:59 pm on September 19, 2021, or until it is extended, rescinded, superseded, or amended by the Health Officer.
The order directs that face coverings must be worn over the mouth and nose – regardless of vaccination status – in all indoor public settings, venues, gatherings, and workplaces, including but not limited to offices, retail stores, restaurants and bars, theaters, family entertainment centers, conference and event centers, and government offices serving the public.
Individuals, businesses, venue operators, hosts, and others responsible for the operation of indoor public settings must:
- Require all patrons to wear face coverings for all indoor settings, regardless of their vaccination status; and
- Post clearly at all entry points for indoor settings to communicate the masking requirements to all patrons. Signage is provided by Ventura County Public Health at www.vcrecovers.org. Direct Link Here.
This health order aims to reduce community transmission of COVID-19. Health officials are concerned by the substantial levels of increased community transmission, especially among unvaccinated people. In part, this is due to the widespread COVID-19 Delta variant, which is substantially more transmissible than previous forms of the virus. Recent information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also indicates that even fully vaccinated individuals can in some cases spread the Delta variant to others, and so indoor use of face coverings provides an important added layer of protection.
“Masking indoors must again become a normal practice by all, regardless of vaccination status, so that we can stop the trends and level of transmission we are currently seeing,” said Public Health Officer, Doctor Robert Levin. “We continue to urge all eligible residents to get vaccinated to protect themselves and their family and friends. Becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19 remains the best protective action that people can take. It significantly reduces the risk of infection and, for the small number of people that get infected, it reduces the risk of hospitalization and death once you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.”
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The California Department of Public Health has issued a statement on full federal approval of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for individuals ages 16 and older. For more info: https://bit.ly/NR21-259
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Anyone age 12 and older can get vaccinated for free in Ventura County.
- No appointment is needed at County clinics. View the schedule at www.vcrecovers.org/vaccine
- Want to plan ahead? Schedule an appointment at MyTurn.ca.gov or call 833-422-4255
- Visit www.vaccines.gov or call 1-800-232-0233 to find additional vaccine locations including pharmacies and other health care
How do I get a copy of my vaccine record?
Please visit California’s Digital COVID-19 Vaccine record portal here to get a digital copy within a few minutes.
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Need a ride to get a vaccine?
- Free Rides to COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments are available through Gold Coast Transit District’s GO ACCESS program. Must schedule a ride one day in advance by calling 805-485-2319.
- The Ventura County Area Agency on Aging provides transportation services for older adults ages 60+ who have a scheduled appointment for testing or vaccine. Call 805-477-7300 to schedule a ride.
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Request a Mobile COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic to your event or location at no cost. Businesses or organizations must have at least 35 people that would like to get vaccinated. Register by emailing grouptesting@covidclinic.org.
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Applications are now open for Ventura County’s Fourth Business Assistance Grant! Learn more and apply at www.VCbusinessgrants.org or call (888) 405-1004.
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Where to get a test
- From your doctor.
- Visit the State’s testing site locator to find a testing site near you: https://covid19.ca.gov/get-tested/
- The State offers the following free testing sites. Register at https://lhi.care/covidtesting or by calling 888-634-1123. There is no fee for testing at the State sponsored sites, but the State may bill a resident’s insurance for testing.
- Fillmore Middle School: Open Monday – Thursday, 12 pm – 8 pm. Address: 543 A. Street, Fillmore
- Conejo Valley Unified School District Office Grounds: Open daily 8 am – 8 pm, closed Tuesdays. Address: 1336 Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks
- Oxnard Performing Arts Center: Open Monday – Thursday, 8 am – 8 pm. Address: 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard
- There are many private businesses like Covid Clinic and Curative offering testing in Ventura County.
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