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Dear Community Partners,
Below are important COVID-19 updates that will help you and your clients stay informed.
Also note: Public Health is transitioning to a new, user-friendly email delivery system. Please make sure to update your inbox settings, as messages from the SPA 3 Community and Field Services Division will now come from County of Los Angeles, lacounty@subscriptions.lacounty.gov. This mailbox is not monitored. Therefore, replies to lacounty@subscriptions.lacounty.gov will not be answered.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at spa3@ph.lacounty.gov.
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SPA 3 Regional Health Office
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Pfizer Boosters Now Available for Select Groups
Pfizer boosters are now available for select groups in LA County. All people must have been vaccinated with the Pfizer vaccine two dose series at least 6 months ago to meet the criteria. You will need to provide proof you received the 2 previous Pfizer doses (white vaccination card, a photo of your white card, or a digital record). You may also be asked to sign an attestation form indicating you meet the criteria to receive a booster. If you have questions about the risks and benefits of a booster dose, talk with your doctor.
You are eligible for a Pfizer booster, if you are:
If you are in an eligible group but you received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson (J&J) vaccine, you will need to wait until the FDA reviews the data about the need for and safety of these vaccines.
To make an appointment, visit VaccinateLACounty.com or make an appointment at a pharmacy or clinic that offers the Pfizer vaccine near you.
If you need a ride to get your booster, you can call the Public Health hotline at 1-833-540-0473 and you will be connected to free transportation.
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California now has the lowest transmission rate of any state. In LA County, we continue to see a downward trend in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicators and thresholds to categorize community transmission of COVID-19, LA County has moved from “high” transmission to the “substantial” level, with a weekly case rate of 86 new cases per 100,000 residents. These trends provide some reassurance that higher vaccination rates and safety precautions at Labor Day celebrations helped avert the usual increase in cases we experience after major holidays.
Public Health remains focused on sustaining these gains by driving up the vaccination rates to avoid continued cycles of surges. While the vaccination coverage continues to slowly improve, not everyone who is eligible for a vaccine is getting vaccinated. Given the dominance of the Delta variant, wherever there are pockets of unvaccinated people, COVID-19 will continue to spread, and unfortunately, continued transmission creates opportunities for new variants of concern to take hold that may be resistant to the current vaccines.
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All vaccine records are free. Beware of vaccine record scams. To obtain your digital vaccine record, visit any of the following websites:
For further guidance, click here.
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DPH School Ambassador Program
Join the DPH School Ambassador Program as a parent or as a student!
Learn skills on keeping your community safe & get trained by LA County educators on all things COVID-19. Sign up below.
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COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall!
In case you missed the virtual town hall last week, you can view the recording here. The town hall provided updates about COVID-19 cases in children, youth sports, vaccine mandates and updates on booster vaccines and vaccines for children aged 5-11.
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Get Your Flu Vaccine!
Flu is more than a bad cold. Flu can be mild to severe, and at times can lead to life-threatening illness, hospitalization, or death. This year, flu and COVID-19 will be circulating in communities throughout LA County, and both can cause serious illness.
The best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu, is to all get a flu immunization.
Click here for more information on how to get a vaccine.
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Need a COVID-19 Vaccination 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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Remember, it is your right to be vaccinated. All vaccines are available for FREE, and are given regardless of your immigration status. You do not need health insurance.
Visit vaccinatelacounty.com for more information about how to prepare for your appointment and what to do after you have been vaccinated. Many other sites throughout the San Gabriel Valley are offering the vaccine and taking walk-ins.
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 Pomona Wellness Community offers a place for community members to gather, find resources, or participate in wellness activities. Support includes mental health, substance use, and general health and wellness resources. All activities are FREE and open to the community. Our September program includes:
Visit our website: http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/chs/pwc.htm
Download our monthly calendar of programs here
Email: pomonawc@ph.lacounty.gov
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Do You Live in Unincorporated Los Angeles County or Participate in LACDA Programs?
The LA County Development Authority is hosting its virtual 2021 Community Meeting and Resource Fair on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. This year’s speakers will provide information on Purposeful Aging and Housing & Tenant Protections, in addition to the Community Meeting Presentation on how participants can provide feedback on their community’s needs. It’s sure to be a fun, informative session.
See the attached flyer for more information. To register, click here.
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LA County’s Temporary Eviction Moratorium Extended
On Tuesday, September 28, the Board of Supervisors voted to extend LA County’s temporary eviction moratorium through January 31, 2022. The updated policy, now renamed the County’s COVID-19 Tenant Protections Resolution, continues to provide a defense against eviction for residential and commercial tenants, while also expanding the owner move-in provisions. LA residents who have fallen behind on their rent during the pandemic, are encouraged to act quickly to apply for the state’s Housing is Key rent relief program in order to secure protection from eviction while the state processes the applications.
For more information about the LA County’s COVID-19 Tenant Protections Resolution, visit here.
For additional questions about landlord/tenant laws and programs in LA County, visit here.
For more information about the Housing is Key rent relief program, visit here.
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Weekly Food Pantry in El Monte
The L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center in El Monte has partnered with God’s Pantry to host a walk-up food distribution event at the Community Resource Center in El Monte. Community members are welcome to walk up and pick up a bag of assorted groceries at no cost every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. at 3570 Santa Anita Ave. El Monte, CA 91731.
Click here for details.
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Join the African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Community Action Team
This Community Action Team is open to all families and communities who wish to join the movement to elevate the health and wellness of African American/Black moms and babies in our San Gabriel Valley community. Together we will make a difference and address the root cause. See flyer for more information.
Our next meeting is on October 28 at 4:00 p.m. Click here to register.
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Walk-Up & Drive-Thru Flu Vaccination Clinic
The Community Resource Center in El Monte has partnered up with El Monte Union High School District to host a FREE Flu Shot Clinic Event Event on Saturday, October 30th at El Monte High School. The event features a drive-up and walk-up option for those interested in receiving a flu shot. The flu shot will be available to those 3 years old and above. Below are further details about the free community event.
FREE Flu Shot Clinic
Saturday, October 30th
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
El Monte High School
3048 Tyler Ave, El Monte, CA 91731
*Flu Shot recipients will receive a gift while supplies last.*
*Open to the public*
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4th Annual Rainbow Day
Rainbow day is October 31, and is focused on education, advocacy, and celebration of the LGBTQIA2-S Community.
This will be our 4th annual Rainbow Day and include a "Community Partners" exhibit area.
The event runs from 10 am - 3 pm with set-up open at 9 am.
You can reserve a table (chairs provided) using this link: https://forms.gle/XPi1sJfw5rHmPA8k9
Lunch is also provided for everyone who attends. Click here for more information.
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Suicide Prevention Resources
Public Health is committed to continue working to increase awareness around suicide prevention and doing everything we can to strengthen mental health supports and resources for the wellbeing of all LA County residents.
Suicide Prevention Resources:
- If you or someone you care about is in a crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 to talk with a caring, trained counselor. It is free, confidential, and available 24/7.
- Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: Click here or call 800-854-7771
- Los Angeles County Youth Suicide Prevention Project: Click here.
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Consumer & Business Affairs Programs/Resources
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Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) Needs Your Feedback! – Join them virtually on Saturday, October 2 at 1PM for partner presentations and provide input on your community needs.
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Avoid Getting Ripped Off! – Learn how to spot and avoid scams. On Tuesday, October 5 at 3PM. Click here to register.
Consumers, small businesses, workers, tenants, and property owners can reach expert counselors Monday-Friday from 8AM-4:30PM.
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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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Melisa Acoba, MPH
Health Program Analyst – COVID-19 Response
Community and Field Services Division, San Gabriel Valley (Service Planning Area 3)
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
(833) 641-0305 ext. 9991
macoba@ph.lacounty.gov
750 S. Park Avenue, Pomona, CA 91766
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