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March will mark the second anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic within Alameda County. Over the last two years, nearly 240,000 residents have been infected with this virus and thousands have lost loved ones.
We've seen the community rally together with neighbors helping neighbors. I've spoken with constituents that needed assistance grocery shopping, accessing a warm meal, or navigating new technologies like Zoom. I've talked with parents and grandparents that needed assistance from their families to access registration platforms for COVID testing and vaccinations. My staff and I have helped distribute protective equipment and resources at numerous community events to ensure the safety of those most at risk.
To date, nearly 6 million tests have been administered and with the help of community organizations, we've provided about 3.5 million doses of life saving vaccines to fight COVID-19.
The year ahead is sure to further challenge and strain our communities, especially those that are black, indigenous and people of color, as well as our businesses, tenants, landlords, non profits, services providers, healthcare workers, educators, parents, students and more. Each of us, collectively, will continue to experience the impact of COVID-19, but let us not forget that we are collectively in this fight. Encourage your family, friends, neighbors and colleagues to get vaccinated, tested and boosted.
For COVID related resources, please visit the County's dedicated COVID-19 website at: https://covid-19.acgov.org
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