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LATEST INFORMATION
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Record Number of Human West Nile Cases
361 cases, 19 deaths as of 10/7
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High COVID-19 Transmission Rates in Maricopa County
Transmission rate high: 12% positivity
View latest case data
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TODAY'S KEY MESSAGE
Who Is Eligible for A Pfizer COVID-19
Vaccine Booster Shot?
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- Individuals with certain risk factors who had 2 doses of the Pfizer vaccine are recommended to get a booster shot at least 6 months after their second dose was given, according to the CDC.
- Risk factors that make people eligible for the Pfizer booster are:
- Age 65 years and older
- Living in long-term care facilities
- Underlying medical conditions
- Work in high risk work environments to get a booster COVID-19 shot.
- Individuals who received the Moderna or Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine are not recommended to get a booster shotat this time.
- If eligible, you can be vaccinated anywhere currently offering Pfizer, including pharmacies, community health clinics, private providers, and other vaccination events. You can search for locations on our vaccine locator page.
- It is recommended you bring your COVID-19 vaccine card to your booster vaccine appointment to help verify your eligibility and so that the booster dose can be recorded on your record.
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Ballots for November’s Election Have Been Mailed
Ballots for the upcoming November election were mailed on October 6th. Check your mailboxes for a yellow envelope! You can track your ballot, find dropbox locations, and more information at BeBallotReady.Vote.
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Responding to 2020 Election Claims
The Arizona Senate’s review of the County’s 2020 general election is complete. While it confirmed the winners canvassed by the County did, in fact, win, the report was also filled with errors and faulty assumptions. The Elections Department responded late last week with a high-level analysis of the Senate's report.
In the meantime, Chairman Jack Sellers and Vice Chairman Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee in Washington D.C. last week to share the steps Maricopa County has taken to ensure elections are fair, free, and accurate.
Voters can find election facts and myths the county has already debunked at JustTheFacts.Vote.
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NEWS BITES
Board of Supervisors Proclaim October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The County Administration Building will be lit up in purple all month long to raise awareness about domestic violence. In addition, Maricopa County residents are encouraged to wear purple on October 22nd and post photos to social media with the hashtag #ColorTheCounty to demonstrate their personal commitment to ending domestic violence. The Board of Supervisors just approved $15 million of American Rescue Plan funds will go towards fighting domestic violence as the severity of incidents has gotten worse during the pandemic.
October is #AIDSAwarenessMonth
Assistance with Maricopa County’s Ryan White program is more accessible than ever! Together we can end the stigma and raise awareness about HIV and AIDS. Learn more at PositivelyYouAZ.com.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Maricopa County has a rich history of Indigenous Peoples. In fact, that's where the County got its name! Looking for an interactive way to honor #IndigenousPeoplesDay? Follow this link to learn more about the Native communities who lived in your area: https://native-land.ca/
It Is Never Too Late to Start Making Healthy Choices!
If your health is being impacted by lack of exercise, bad food choices and everyday work stress, we are here to help! You can download the Maricopa Healthy app to find farmers markets, nutritious recipes and fun activities! The app includes more than 200 healthy recipes and options to explore Maricopa’s almost 700 parks.
Did You Know It Is #Adoptashelterdogmonth?
If you are looking for a new furry friend, check out the great pets in all sizes, ages and personalities waiting for their forever home at Animal Care and Control.
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PETS AND PLACES
Pet of the Week
 Bart
Say hello to our beautiful friend, Bart!
This one-year-old Catahoula mix pup has trouble standing out inside the kennels, but when he's out in the play yards, he shines! According to myth, animals with heterochromia (split-colored eyes like Bart's) have the ability to see both heaven and earth - so we like to think he can already see his forever family.
We don't know much about Bart's history. All we know is that one day he was out wandering and approached a kind stranger's home. He stayed with them for a day, and they remarked how friendly he was with them and that he seemed to be house-trained already.
Place of the Week
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
Are you looking for some adventure the whole family can enjoy especially with the temps finally cooling down? Take a trip to San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek.
Calling all Mountain Bikers! On Wednesday October 13th, you can join the “Night Shredders” Mountain Bike ride from 6 to 8 pm. Shed your work schedule then spend the evening lighting up the trails on two wheels. During this San Tan Bikes-sponsored adventure, old familiar trails become new again; challenging your skills from new and heightened perspectives. First timers to experts, this is a no-drop ride. Please bring your helmet and two 650-lumen lights (bar and helmet mount), and water. Snacks are optional. Meet near the flagpole ten minutes early as wheels down are at the top of the hour. Limit 10 riders per group.
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