Citywide Coronavirus Update - June 8, 2022

City of Culver City sent this bulletin at 06/08/2022 06:06 PM PDT

Citywide Coronavirus Update - June 8, 2022

The City of Culver City continues to cooperate with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to respond to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Los Angeles County.

For previous updates, please visit the City’s Coronavirus webpage.

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With High Numbers of COVID-19 Cases, Knowing Your Status Can Be Critical to Preventing Spread
Avoid Fake COVID-19 Tests
With High Numbers of Cases Among Students, Parents are Encouraged to Get Their Children Vaccinated and Boosted
Did You Get COVID-19? You Should Still Get Vaccinated, Says Public Health
Wearing a Mask is Always a Good Idea
Free COVID-19 Treatment
COVID-19 Counts in Culver City and LA County

1. With High Numbers of COVID-19 Cases, Knowing Your Status Can Be Critical to Preventing Spread

At-home testing for residents who have an exposure to a known case or have symptoms, and before and after indoor gatherings, is critical to prevent the spread of COVID-19. While there are other illnesses that cause similar symptoms as COVID, given the high case rates, anyone with even mild illness should test themselves to be sure they are not sick with COVID and capable of infecting others. And since some infected individuals experience little or no illness, testing before indoor gatherings is another sensible step that can reduce the chance of gatherings turning into super-spreader events.

There are several FDA approved rapid tests that are available over-the-counter (OTC) for self-testing at home, at a business, or at other community settings. Most are antigen tests that provide results in a few minutes, as opposed to laboratory-based tests that may take several days to process. You can now order a third round of free at home tests from the federal government. Residents who have health insurance can receive eight free at home tests each month for each insured member in their household. And many community organizations are distributing free test-kits to individuals with limited resources. Free OTC testing kits can be picked up at all Department of Public Health vaccination sites.

At-home COVID-19 tests should be used when individuals have any COVID-19 symptoms, were exposed to someone with COVID-19, are traveling, and before going to an event or a gathering. Please keep in mind that if you have COVID-19 symptoms and test negative with an OTC self-test, it is recommended that you get another test a day later as these tests are more likely to miss early infections; continue to stay away from others and call your doctor about getting tested again. If you need help finding a doctor, call 2-1-1 or visit 211LA.

For information about testing, including how to get a COVID-19 test, view COVID-19 Testing Resources.

Need a COVID-19 test? There are many ways to get a COVID-19 test in LA County. Covid19.LACounty.gov/testing

2. Avoid Fake COVID-19 Tests

Fake Flowflex and iHealth COVID-19 tests are circulating in LA County. Do not use a fake test – you can’t trust the results! Make sure your test is real. Find the list of authorized at home tests on the US Food and Drug Administration’s website and find COVID testing tips on the LA County Department of Public Health’s website. Clues that your test might be fake:

Bad quality images on the label or instructions
Spelling errors
Missing key information, such as expiration date or QR code
Missing parts

For more information, including what to do if you suspect your test kit is fake, view the FDA’s webpage about Counterfeit At-Home COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests.

Warning - Don't use a fake COVID test! You can't trust the results. Details in text above.

3. With High Numbers of Cases Among Students, Parents are Encouraged to Get Their Children Vaccinated and Boosted

Today, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reported that the number of cases among students and staff at LA County K-12 schools continues to increase. For the week ending May 29, there were 7,854 cases in schools across the County; 6,362 were among students and 1,492 among staff. A month prior, for the week ending May 1, there were 4,479 cases, of which, 3,647 were among students and 832 among staff. Test positivity also doubled this past month at schools.

Since vaccinations provide the best protection against severe illness, parents are urged to make sure that they and their children are up-to-date on their vaccinations and boosters. Pfizer boosters are now available for children ages 5-11 at all County vaccination sites. This past month, COVID cases increased by 264% among this age group (compared to 116% increase for adults 18-49). Public Health encourages eligible children in LA County (an estimated 255,000) to get boosted ahead of summer and holiday travel for added protection. Find a location and more information on the Vaccinate LA County website or call (833) 540-0473.

COVID-19 Boosters are now available to kids 5-11. Details in text above.

4. Did You Get COVID-19? You Should Still Get Vaccinated, Says Public Health

If you got COVID and are not vaccinated yet or have not completed your series, you should still do so to reduce your risk of reinfection. With LA County now at medium risk level, residents should add in layers of protection as many models are predicting continued high transmission. Being fully vaccinated and boosted reduces your risk of getting infected again.

If you have COVID-19 now, wait until you are fully recovered to get vaccinated. If you received monoclonal antibody treatment, wait 90 days. For more information, visit the Vaccinate LA County website.

Did you get COVID-19? You should still get vaccinated. Details in text above.

5. Wearing a Mask is Always a Good Idea

Masking is always a good idea. And remember, masks are still required in some settings and strongly recommended in others. County, state, and federal rules require masks for everyone* 2 years of age and older in some locations. It is strongly recommended that people continue to wear masks that fit and filter well in all indoor public places.

Everyone* must wear a mask:

On all forms of public transportation in LA County. This includes trains, buses, taxis and ride-shares.
In all indoor transportation hubs in LA County, including airport and bus terminals, train and subway stations, seaports or other indoor port terminals, or any other indoor area that serves as a transportation hub.
In healthcare settings
In long-term care settings and adult/senior care facilities
In state and local correctional facilities and detention centers
Shelters and cooling centers
In any other location where it is the policy of the business or venue

Masks are strongly recommended for everyone* in:

Airplanes
Indoor public settings and businesses such as retail, restaurants, theaters, family entertainment centers, cardrooms, meetings, state and local government offices that serve the public.
Indoors at K-12 schools and daycare

Additional mask recommendations

Masks are strongly recommended indoors or in crowded outdoor settings for people at high risk of severe illness, or who live with someone who is at high risk. Masks that provide the best protection against COVID-19 should be worn. Examples include a well-fitting respirator (e.g., N95, KN95) or a double mask (a well-fitting cloth mask over a medical mask).
Masks are strongly recommended for people who are gathering indoors with people who are at high risk of severe illness.

The Fortieth Supplement requires a well-fitted mask for all persons present at in-person City Council, Commission, Board and Committee meetings in Culver City.

For more information, view Los Angeles County Public Health’s Mask Wearing Rules and Recommendations.

*There are some people who should not wear a mask, such as children younger than 2, people with certain medical conditions or disabilities, and people instructed by their medical provider not to wear a mask. Children ages 2 to 8 should wear a mask only when under adult supervision. See Who should not wear a mask and Special considerations for persons with communication difficulties or certain disabilities.

6. Free COVID-19 Treatment

If you have COVID-19, have symptoms, and are at higher risk of getting very sick, you can get medicines that treat COVID-19 and help keep you out of the hospital.

Ask your healthcare provider if you are eligible for treatment. If you don’t have health insurance, you can still access medications for COVID-19 by calling the Public Health Telehealth Service at (833) 540-0473 (open 7 days a week from 8 AM – 8:30 PM). Telehealth service staff can answer your questions, refer you to a test-to-treat site, connect you to services, assess your eligibility for COVID-19 medication, and if you are eligible, deliver COVID-19 medications to your home overnight or to a pharmacy near our home on the same day.

Learn more about medicines to treat and prevent COVID-19.

COVID-19 medicine available now. Details in text above. Ask your doctor about medicines to prevent and treat people at risk.

7. COVID-19 Counts in Culver City and LA County

The City of Culver City mourns the loss of residents who have passed away due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Case and Death Counts – as of June 8, 2022

Cases in Culver City – 8,431

Deaths in Culver City – 136

Cases in LA County – 6,195 new cases were reported today (3,014,758 cases to date)

Deaths in LA County – 8 new deaths were reported yesterday (32,186 deaths to date)

There are 555 people with COVID-19 currently hospitalized in LA County. Testing results are available for 12,060,276 individuals with 22% of people testing positive. Today’s daily positivity rate was 4.5%. View additional COVID-19 metrics on the LA County COVID-19 Surveillance Dashboard and the COVID-19 Cases and Deaths by City/Community table.

How You Can Help

Donate food and resources to help those in need. Visit the City’s Coronavirus webpages to learn more.

Food Resources

Find food resources and other helpful information on the City’s Coronavirus webpages.

You Are Not Alone

If the news surrounding COVID-19 is making you feel stressed, anxious, or depressed, visit the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) COVID-19 mental health resource page, call their 24/7 hotline at (800) 854-7771, or text LA to 741741 to get help.

Questions? Call the City of Culver City

If you or someone you know has a non-emergency, non-medical need or question related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and you would like assistance, please email the City or call the City at (310) 253-6000 (Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, the City is closed every other Friday). COVID-19 related questions should be directed to (310) 253-6000. If you email or leave a message after hours, please include your name, address, phone number, email address, and your need or question. In an emergency, please dial 9-1-1.

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Citywide Coronavirus Update - June 8, 2022

Citywide Coronavirus Update - June 8, 2022

Table of Contents

With High Numbers of COVID-19 Cases, Knowing Your Status Can Be Critical to Preventing Spread

Avoid Fake COVID-19 Tests

With High Numbers of Cases Among Students, Parents are Encouraged to Get Their Children Vaccinated and Boosted

Did You Get COVID-19? You Should Still Get Vaccinated, Says Public Health

Wearing a Mask is Always a Good Idea

Free COVID-19 Treatment

COVID-19 Counts in Culver City and LA County

1. With High Numbers of COVID-19 Cases, Knowing Your Status Can Be Critical to Preventing Spread

2. Avoid Fake COVID-19 Tests

3. With High Numbers of Cases Among Students, Parents are Encouraged to Get Their Children Vaccinated and Boosted

4. Did You Get COVID-19? You Should Still Get Vaccinated, Says Public Health

5. Wearing a Mask is Always a Good Idea

6. Free COVID-19 Treatment

7. COVID-19 Counts in Culver City and LA County

How You Can Help

Food Resources

You Are Not Alone

Questions? Call the City of Culver City

Where can I get more information?