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The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services Weekly COVID-19 and Influenza has been updated with data from the week of May 29 - June 4, 2022 and can be viewed here.
Key Findings:
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COVID-19 transmission remained widespread in most parts of Alaska during the week of May 29–June 4, 2022, with evidence for increasing cases in some areas but decreases elsewhere.
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The number of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 has increased modestly over the past few weeks (see graph below illustrating hospital beds occupied by persons with COVID-19).
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Detected influenza cases decreased the week of May 29–June 4 compared to the previous week.
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Other respiratory viruses are circulating in addition to SARS-CoV-2 and influenza virus.
Information and Resources
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The State of Alaska COVID-19 vaccines update page
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The State of Alaska COVID-19 information page provides more information about the virus and how individuals and businesses can protect themselves and others from transmission.
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The DHSS Business and Employer Toolkits page has communications resources for any organization that wants to keep workers, partners, clients, and customers informed about COVID-19.
- DHSS COVID-19 Communication Toolkit provides PSAs, flyers, and social media graphics.
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Subscribe to the DHSS Insights blog for behind-the-scenes news about Alaska’s COVID-19 response and other efforts to protect the health and well-being of Alaskans.
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DHSS offers free presentations upon request to groups about COVID-19, the vaccines, COVID-19 prevention, or other health topics upon request. Learn more or request a presentation on our Speaker’s Bureau web page.
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For the most up-to-date case information, see the Alaska COVID-19 Information Hub dashboard: coronavirus.alaska.gov. All dashboard data are updated Wednesdays (except holidays).
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For DHSS media inquiries, please contact bennett@alaska.gov.
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