How to Protect Yourself and Others from Respiratory Infections While Traveling
COVID-19 Counts in Culver City and LA County
1. Why You Should Wear a Mask
According to Public Health officials, it’s important to wear a mask right now, especially a well-fitted, high-filtration mask for the best protection. N95, KN95, and KF94 masks filter airborne particles. They also keep you from giving COVID-19 to others by blocking the droplets you breathe or cough out. Well-fitted, high-filtration masks are especially important to use when COVID-19 community levels are high and for those at high risk. In addition to masks filtering out airborne particles to help reduce COVID-19 transmission, they also help reduce transmission of other viruses like flu and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Learn more about masks now.
2. Test Positive for COVID-19?
Did you test positive for COVID-19 and do you feel sick? Taking an oral medication in the first 5 days of the start of symptoms helps reduce health risks and hospitalization. Ask your healthcare provider for a prescription or call the public health call center 833-540-0473 for free telehealth services.
Need answers on updated bivalent COVID-19 booster eligibility, timing, and available vaccines? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s booster tool is an easy-to-use guide that can provide the information you need. Find out when to get a booster now.
5. How to Protect Yourself and Others from Respiratory Infections While Traveling
Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines, including an updated booster.
Get your flu vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel.
Wear a mask in indoor public transportation settings.
Practice good cough and sneeze etiquette by covering your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow.
Delay travel on public transportation when you’re sick.
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.