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COVID-19 Hospitalizations Nearly Double in Two Weeks
In the past two weeks, Los Angeles County has seen a near-doubling in the number of people hospitalized each day for COVID-19 illness. Most of the increase has been among unvaccinated individuals, while hospitalizations remain very low among vaccinated people.
Throughout this pandemic, people who live with chronic illnesses have suffered serious outcomes of COVID-19 infection. Because chronic diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity dramatically increase the risk of getting severely ill or dying with COVID-19 infection, vaccination is particularly important for people living with these conditions.
Everyone 12 and older living or working in LA County is eligible for vaccination and is urged to get vaccinated, especially if you have any chronic health conditions. Please talk with your healthcare provider if you have concerns about getting vaccinated. Vaccinations are widely available throughout LA County and many sites are open on weekends and have evening hours. Vaccinations are always free and open to eligible residents and workers regardless of immigration status.
For more information on how to get vaccinated, click here
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 COVID-19 cases are going up across the US, and most are caused by the Delta variant. Delta is more than twice as contagious as other strains. It’s more important than ever to get vaccinated and protect you and your family from severe disease, hospitalization, and death.
 To learn more, click here.
LA County is seeing a surge in cases because of the more infectious Delta variant and gatherings of unmasked individuals where vaccination status is unknown. To slow the spread, masks are required in indoor public spaces regardless of vaccination status. Mask up & stay safe!
Wearing a mask indoors is crucial regardless of your vaccination status because:
- The Delta variant is highly infectious, especially indoors, and some vaccinated people can get and transmit COVID-19 to others.
- Masking is an extra layer of protection that keeps you, your loved ones, and your community safe.
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 Question:
Why are vaccines the best way to reach community immunity? (Even if you already had COVID-19)?
Answer:
For COVID-19, we cannot rely on natural immunity because:
- More people could get sick or die before community immunity is reached.
- Any delays increase the chance of new COVID-19 variants spreading quickly and taking hold.
- Natural immunity (from already having COVID-19) may not last long enough or be strong enough, and people could get infected again.
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 In partnership with Los Angeles County school districts, Public Health is offering the Public Health Ambassador Program for students and parents. This partnership actively engages students and parents as essential partners in preventing and reducing the spread of COVID-19. Open enrollment began on Monday August 9 and lasts through Thursday September 9.
Public Health is encouraging students and parents to join the movement to inform others in your community about COVID-19 prevention and vaccines. Parent Ambassadors are trained on proven safety practices for home and in the broader community. Student Ambassadors meet weekly and learn about the impact of COVID-19 on wellbeing, social determinants of health, and how to promote safety among their peers.
Click here to sign up for Parents and Students.
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COVID-19 Townhall Recording
If you missed the COVID-19 Virtual Townhall on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, you could watch the recording here.
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Need a COVID-19 Vaccine Presentation?
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health offers an array of presentations, including the Novel Coronavirus and COVID-19 vaccines. If you would like to schedule a presentation for your organization, click here.
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No-cost food distribution in the San Fernando Valley
These events are a collaboration and joint effort between the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS), Department of Public Health (DPH), and Valley Care Community Consortium (VCCC).
Where: Mid-Valley Comprehensive Health Center
7515 Van Nuys Blvd.
Van Nuys, CA 91405
Time: 11AM - 2PM
When: 7/8, 8/12, 9/9, & 10/28/2021
Where: San Fernando Health Center
1212 Pico St.
San Fernando, CA 91340
Time: 11AM - 2PM
When: 7/22, 8/26, & 9/23/2021
For more information please click here to download our flyer.
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Sign up for the COVID-19 Vaccine Newsletter to stay updated on COVID-19 related facts. Visit VaccinateLACounty.com to learn more about:
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 If you see a business not following the reopening protocols and directives, you may report it to Environmental Health.
To report a COVID-19 related complaint online, click here. Customer Call Center: (888) 700-9995 M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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 If you’re feeling stressed, depressed or anxious and need to talk with someone, the Los Angeles County Department of Mental has resources available to help you during these trying times. Call LACDMH’s 24/7 Access Line (800) 854-7771 or Text “LA” to 741741 for mental health support, resources, and referrals. We are here for you.
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We appreciate our SPA 2 partners and would love to continue to expand our listserv. If there are people within your organizations or agencies who would like to join the SPA 2 listserv, please email: spa2@ph.lacounty.gov
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