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Dear Community Partners,
Below are important COVID-19 updates that will help you and your clients stay informed.
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SPA 3 Regional Health Office
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Outbreaks in K-12 Schools and Programs
Most K-12 cases are not associated with outbreaks, but when 3 or more cases are linked at a school or school-based activity, they are considered to be part of an outbreak. These cases are met with additional resources dedicated to investigating and stopping transmission among students, staff, and communities. Our overall case numbers in schools continue to decrease across LA County, where we had a 54% decrease from the prior week for students, and a 51% decrease for staff. With more than 3,000 schools now open countywide, these are astonishingly low numbers, and this is possible by the hard work of our school community members: staff, students, and families.
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Multiple vaccination verification requirements now affect LA County residents and workers. As of September 20, proof of vaccination status or a negative test result at indoor events in LA County with more than 1,000 attendees is required.
As of October 7th, proof of full vaccination or a negative test result are required to enter outdoor mega events, and proof of at least one dose of the vaccine will be required to enter or work in indoor portions of bars, lounges, nightclubs, breweries, wineries, and distilleries in LA County.
On November 4, bars and similar establishments throughout LA County will be required to verify full vaccination of all patrons and employees prior to entry to indoor portions of their establishments.
For more information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements click here.
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Public Health has created one-stop resource for all LA County businesses to learn how they can prevent COVID-19 surges through vaccination verification.
The resources and materials include an overview on how to verify vaccination or a negative test, signs to post in your business, and other resources, including How to Host a Mobile Clinic at your business for employees or patrons and guidance for Mega Events.
Visit this webpage here.
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The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is strongly encouraging COVID-19 vaccination for people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to get pregnant now, or might become pregnant in the future to prevent severe illness, death, and adverse pregnancy outcomes from COVID-19.
Although rare, pregnant people infected with COVID-19 during their pregnancy can pass on the virus to their newborn. Studies have affirmed the vaccines’ safety in all stages of pregnancy and the vaccines do not cause any fertility problems.
Resources are available to assist pregnant people and people of childbearing age to get the facts, click here.
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LA County continues to offer COVID-19 vaccines at many different sites across the county that have weekend and evening hours. Boosters are available for eligible individuals at all sites offering the Pfizer vaccine. Appointments are not needed at many sites and all Public Health vaccination sites where first, second, and third doses are available.
Los Angeles County residents eligible for a booster dose of Pfizer include the following groups of people who received the second of the two-dose Pfizer vaccine series at least 6 months ago and are one of the following:
- People aged 65 years or older
- Residents of long-term care facilities
- People aged 18-64 years with underlying medical conditions
- People aged 18-64 years with high institutional or occupational risk, including health care workers, first responders, teachers and day care staff, grocery workers, and workers and residents in homeless shelters or prisons, among others.
To make an appointment, visit VaccinateLACounty.com, or make an appointment at a pharmacy or clinic that offers the Pfizer vaccine near you.
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There’s now an additional reason to get vaccinated if you’re a middle or high school student in L.A. County. UCLA has partnered with Public Health to give away free tickets to a UCLA football game at the Rose Bowl to middle or high school students in L.A. County who’ve received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, while tickets last. Students aged 12 to 18 who’ve received at least one dose can sign up for the free tickets online by visiting: http://tinyurl.com/DPHUCLATickets.
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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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Let's Feed LA County
The County of Los Angeles is committed to feeding our most vulnerable communities during the Coronavirus pandemic. We are mobilizing public agencies, nonprofits, and volunteers to provide meals to anyone in need during the long months to come.
You can find meal and voucher programs through community organizations that connect those in need to those who can help. For more information, click here.
Get help with food expenses:
To find food near you, click here.
To get plates delivered, click here.
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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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El Monte High School
3048 Tyler Ave., El Monte, CA 91731
When: Saturday, October 30, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Walk-up & drive thru flu shot clinic available to everyone 3 years of age and older.
Click here for more information.
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Palomares Park
499 E Arrow Hwy, Pomona, CA 91767
When: Saturday, November 6, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Walk-up & drive thru flu shot clinic available to everyone 3 years of age and older.
For more information: English │ Spanish
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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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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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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.
Lunch is also provided for everyone who attends. Click here for more information.
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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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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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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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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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