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With summer travel on the rise and a higher rate of people testing positive for COVID-19, the county public health department is advising people to get tested if they feel sick and to keep their vaccinations up to date.
last month, COVID-19 test positivity rate This increase was more than 14 percent. Respiratory Virus Surveillance report It will be updated weekly (Thursdays) from October through May, when respiratory virus activity is at its peak.
Wastewater MonitoringThe tests, which are known to detect the amount of active virus in the community, are being increased across California and in San Diego.
Increase access to testing, county Have ExpandingEd Free testing available at local health centers During the following period times. the reservation very Recommended, Walk-in available approved Subject to availability.
- Chubu Regional Health Center
- 1501 Market Street, San Diego
- Phone: 619-932-8398
- Monday and Wednesday
- 9:00AM – 12:00PM
- 1pm – 3pm
- Southern Regional Health Center
- 690 Oxford Street, Chula Vista
- Phone: 619-904-0839
- Monday to Thursday
- 9:00AM – 12:00PM
- 1pm – 3pm
- Eastern Regional Health Center
- 460 N. Magnolia Ave., State A, El Cajon
- Phone: 619-932-8398
- Tuesday and Thursday
- 9:00AM – 12:00PM
- 1pm – 3pm
“We encourage everyone to take precautions so you can stay healthy while enjoying summer activities,” said Interim Public Health Officer Dr. Ankita Kadakia. “If you have any symptoms of COVID-19 or have recently been in contact with someone with COVID-19, please get yourself and your household tested. Now is also a great time to get vaccinated if you haven’t already.”
The vaccine is widely available and is especially recommended for people with underlying health conditions and adults over 65 years of age. The updated vaccine, released in fall 2023, is an effective way to prevent people from developing severe symptoms if infected with the new variant. A second dose of the 2023-2024 formulation is safe and recommended. Until COVID-19 test results are available for 2024-2025, people 65 and older and those with underlying health conditions will be eligible.
Pregnant women are more likely to become seriously ill with COVID-19 compared to non-pregnant women. COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy is safe and effective. Getting vaccinated during pregnancy not only reduces the risk of complications from COVID infection that may affect your pregnancy, but it also provides some protection from COVID-19 until your newborn is old enough to receive the COVID vaccine.
To book a vaccination,My TurnOr contact your local pharmacy or healthcare provider. The vaccine will continue to be provided free of charge for most people through their health insurance plan, including Medicare or your regular healthcare provider.
County Public Health Centers continue to provide vaccines to the uninsured and participate in vaccination outreach efforts in underserved areas. Availability at county vaccination events is ongoing.coronavirussd.com.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older receive the most recent COVID-19 vaccine if it has been more than 2 months since their most recent dose. The timing and number of doses a child receives depends on which COVID-19 vaccine they previously received. Parents or guardians should talk to their child’s healthcare provider.
In addition to getting vaccinated, people can take several personal actions to protect themselves and slow the spread of COVID-19, including:
- Stay home if you are sick.
- If you experience serious symptoms, seek medical attention. Paxlobidiol is an effective treatment for patients at high risk for serious illness.
- Consider wearing a mask in public places, especially crowded or poorly ventilated areas.
- Wash your hands and practice good hygiene.
- Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing.
Please see below for details.coronavirussd.com.
