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TODAY'S KEY MESSAGE
Weekly Benchmark Data
Maricopa County continues to see moderate spread of COVID-19. However, all three statewide benchmarks for measuring the spread of the virus in our community are trending upward.
Cases per 100,000: 52
Percentage of positive tests: 3.9%
Hospital visits for COVID-like illness: 2.4%
Public Health is keeping a close eye on this data and encourages residents to be vigilant about preventive measures during this time of increased social interaction.
If you have questions about an exposure notification you received from your child's school or have other questions about kids and COVID-19, you have three ways to get your questions answered:
Call our COVID-19 Parent Hotline. Dial 2-1-1, then press Option 6 for COVID-19, and then Option 3 to connect to a hotline staff member.
Submit your question to our School Health team using this web form.
What If My Child Is Exposed To An Infected Student?
If you were informed by Public Health or school officials that your child was a close contact with another student or a school staff member infected with COVID-19, you should follow our guidance for quarantine. This includes staying home from school and monitoring for symptoms for 14 days after your child’s last contact with the sick person.
Your child also should refrain from any afterschool activities or sports during this time and limit contact with others outside their household.
Fall Activities
Considering a fall event or activity? Don’t forget the basics. Public Health continues to recommend the following to all residents:
WHEN POSSIBLE - Avoid being in any setting with more than 10 people
ALWAYS - Keep at least six feet of distance from others when out in public
WHEN POSSIBLE - Limit contact with those outside of your household, especially if you are in a high-risk group
ALWAYS - Stay home when you are sick
ALWAYS – Stay home as much as possible when a household member has tested positive for COVID-19 except to get essential medical care, prescriptions, and food
FREQUENTLY - Wash hands with soap and water, and use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if unable to wash hands
ALWAYS - Wear a mask or cloth face covering when going out in public
Free Flu Events
Public Health recommends everyone over the age of six months old get a flu shot this year. Get the vaccine now and you’ll be protected for the entire flu season. Visit maricopa.gov/flu for more information on the vaccine and a list of free flu shot events for adults and kids.
Deadline Approaching For Business, Nonprofit Grants
Maricopa County has already distributed $25 million in federal CARES Act funding to help business and nonprofit owners during a tough time. The money is meant to cover financial losses due to COVID-19. The deadline to apply for grants isOctober 30. Find out if your business or nonprofit is eligible for up to $25,000 by visiting: www.azfoundation.org/MaricopaRelief or en Español: www.azfoundation.org/MaricopaReliefESP.
From rental assistance to career services, and early education to home care for seniors, the Maricopa County Human Services Department is providing critical services to help residents during the pandemic and beyond.
Tens of thousands of completed ballots have already come into our Elections Department. If you’re planning to vote early, find a secure drop box or a Vote Center to cast your ballot in person at Locations.Maricopa.Vote.
TODAY is your final chance to complete the 2020 Census.
You have the rest of the evening to go online and make sure your family is counted. The Census is the official count of how many people live in our community and determines how much federal funding we’ll receive for key transportation, education, and health care projects over the next decade.
All information requests related to Maricopa County’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic should be directed to the Joint Information Center using the email address caomedia@maricopa.gov.
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