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LATEST INFORMATION
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1,402 Cases Reported Yesterday; 169,309 cases since January
8% Hospitalized 1% ICU Admissions View County Data
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Mask mandate remains in effect
Face coverings required in enclosed public spaces Learn more
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Flu Vaccine Available
Get free flu shots; no insurance needed View Events
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COVID Fatigue Is Real, But We Have To Fight Through It For Each Other.
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For several months, it’s felt like our normal life has been on hold. This is taking a toll on all of us and it can be tempting to say, “Enough!” and take a break from the precautions.
Remember, though, your actions affect your entire community. Even small gatherings, without protection, can lead to multiple infections.
Be a good neighbor:
- Stay home when you’re sick
- Wear a mask
- Keep distance from others
- Wash your hands regularly
- Limit social interactions with people outside your household
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Who Is Getting The Virus?
Approximately two-thirds of all COVID-19 cases are in people under the age of 44, including a growing percentage of kids and young adults.
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Public Health data shows 49% of cases are within the 20-44 age group.
- Children and young adults, age 0-19, now make up 14% of known cases in Maricopa County.
While people in this age group are less likely to have severe illness due to COVID-19, some do get very sick.
Those who don’t have severe illness are still at risk of spreading the virus to more vulnerable populations. This is why we continue to urge everyone to mask up, keep their distance from others, and stay home when they’re sick.
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Who Is Being Hospitalized With COVID-19?
Over the past several weeks, we have seen a growing number of people in the hospital due to COVID-19. However, the hospitalization rate (total hospital admissions due to COVID-19 since January divided by total COVID-19 cases since January) has remained relatively flat. The risk of serious illness increases by age.
- 30% of cases age 65 and older are hospitalized
- 11% of cases age 45-64 are hospitalized
- 4% of cases age 20-44 are hospitalized
- 2% of cases age 0-19 are hospitalized
While some of these percentages may sound low, it does not change how big an impact it can be for those individuals, or for the people who were exposed by them. Continue to take precautions to protect yourself as well as those around you.
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How Public Health Collaborates With School Districts
As one school superintendent said at a recent press conference, “What happens outside of school impacts what happens inside of school.” With cases increasing in K-12 schools, families are encouraged to limit get-togethers in order to decrease the risk of kids getting and spreading COVID-19 in schools.
Public Health works closely with schools year-round, helping them navigate the spread of diseases like COVID-19. A lot of what Public Health does happens behind-the-scenes, and includes sharing data, providing best practices for reducing spread, and investigating cases and outbreaks. Public Health makes recommendations based on the latest science and community data.
Schools and school districts make decisions about learning scenarios (in-person, virtual, or hybrid) and handle COVID-19 communications to parents and school staff regarding operations. Public Health does not make policy for schools.
Have more questions? Visit our FAQ page for parents and guardians.
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Caring For Someone With COVID-19
We know many people care for a loved one at home. If you suspect a person in your care has COVID-19, you’re encouraged to:
- monitor for emergency signs of worsening health, such as trouble breathing, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion or inability to wake up, or bluish lips or face,
- help prevent the spread of germs,
- provide symptom care,
- and understand time frames for when to end home isolation.
Learn more >
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COVID-19 Tests
What If I Am Afraid To Get Tested Because Of The Impacts On My Life Or Job?
If you are diagnosed with COVID-19, it is important for you to know that worker protections are in place to ensure that you can isolate yourself, both for your own health and recovery and for the safety of everyone around you. Federal law requires up to two weeks paid leave for those who work for employers with fewer than 500 employees (though some employers with 50 or fewer employees may be exempt).
Arizonatogether.org has a list of resources available to those in need, including financial assistance, health care, and mental health.
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Take Care With Maricopa County
Veterans Day
County offices will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, November 11, in recognition of Veterans Day. As a result, the COVID-19 Dashboard and case counts will not be updated tomorrow. Reporting will resume on Thursday, November 12 with the case numbers from November 10. Our daily COVID-19 email updates will resume Thursday as well.
We are grateful to this nation’s veterans for their service and sacrifice!
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