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TODAY'S KEY MESSAGE
Vaccines Save Lives And Livelihoods:
A Personal Story
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Vaccines Work Against Delta
More than 2.2 million Maricopa County residents have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine. For the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, two doses are needed for maximum protection.
Why should you get fully vaccinated?
It’s your best bet against the Delta variant that is spreading rapidly in our County.
Quick reminder: It takes two weeks after your last dose before you are considered fully vaccinated.
The data show breakthrough cases where a fully-vaccinated person tests positive for COVID-19 are rare. In those rare cases, fully-vaccinated individuals are overwhelmingly avoiding severe illness, hospitalization, and death.
Another indicator that vaccines work: even though we are seeing case numbers similar to the surge we experienced last summer, deaths are down more than 70%. This is further proof that getting fully vaccinated is the best thing you can do to protect yourself and those around you.
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Update on Case Trends
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Maricopa County continues to see an increase in COVID-19 cases, largely due to the more contagious Delta variant. Just look at the 7-day case average over the past month:
- August 9: 1,784 cases/day
- August 2: 1,551 cases/day
- July 9: 456 cases/day
With this much community spread, we all need to take precautions. The CDC recommends that everyone—regardless of vaccination status—wear a mask in public indoor settings. This provides an extra layer of protection that will make an already rare occurrence (breakthrough COVID-19 cases) even less likely. Those who are not vaccinated should continue to wear masks indoors and outdoors around others.
Not feeling well? Stay home and consider getting a free COVID-19 test.
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School Outbreaks
According to Maricopa County’s COVID-19 data dashboard, there are now 59 active COVID-19 outbreaks at Maricopa County K-12 schools. Public Health has regular conversations with school decision makers to advise them on the best ways to create safe learning environments. Schools and parents can view preventive measures recommended by Public Health, including masking, here.
Students showing symptoms of
COVID-19? Learn about the take home tests Public Health is providing to school districts.
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NEWS BITES
Response Efforts to Gila Bend Flooding
130 homes and 17 businesses have been damaged due to flooding in Gila Bend. The Town received nearly four inches of rain on Friday night. County departments including Emergency Management, Flood Control, and MCDOT are assisting with response and recovery efforts, including the delivery of sandbags and preparation for more potential rain this week.
Board appoints citizen panel to fill legislative district 30 Senate opening
As required by law, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has appointed a citizen panel to begin the process of filling the Arizona Senate vacancy in Legislative District 30.
MSCO Community Outreach Team Holds Backpack Giveaway at Franklin Elementary School
MCSO's Community Outreach team helped some Valley kids kick off the school year in a fun way. They joined Tempe Police and others for a backpack giveaway at Franklin Elementary School. Not only did students get backpacks filled with school supplies, they also got pizza!
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PETS AND PLACES
Pet of the Week
 Francine
Say hello to our pretty pink-nosed girl, Francine! Only about two years old, Francine is a very playful and friendly girl who can't wait to move into a new home and start getting to know her new family. She loves to "sit" in exchange for treats, run around and play in the yards, and get attention from anyone willing to pet her and give her belly rubs. We quickly discovered she has a love of water and enjoys the kiddie pools out in the yards as well as the water steam coming directly from the hose!
Adopt Francine today.
Place of the Week
 Hassayampa River Preserve
Looking for something to do with the family? Check out Hassayampa River Preserve!
- Learn how to identify birds by sight and sound by signing up for the bird walk on August 22nd! Leaders will teach you how birds are able to survive the extreme weather and climates. This is a great hands-on learning experience for kids! Binoculars are available to borrow. Call the Visitor center at 928-684-2772 to register.
- Looking for something spooky to do with the kids? Check out the Creatures of the Night walk on August 27th at 7 pm. Ranger Eric will teach you about all the nocturnal critters of the preserve including scorpions! Space is limited so sign up ASAP at the Visitor Center.
- Did you know that there are almost 50 species of Dragonflies and Damselflies at the preserve?! Explore them all Saturday August 28th at 8 am.
- If you would like to buy an annual pass to the park, click here.
- To make a camping reservation click here.
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