Coronavirus Updates for FBOs and CBOs: November 18, 2021

The following guidance is as of November 18, 2021. We are working hard to make sure we provide the most accurate information, but please note that the situation is constantly developing so what is shared below is subject to change. This e-newsletter is sent every Tuesday and Thursday. 

Good morning fellow community leaders,

Updates:

• Press Releases: Link here
• Virtual Media Briefing with Dr. Ferrer (video): Link here
• Messaging/Talking Points To Share:
  • Key updates about COVID-19 vaccines and testing.
    • LA County is now offering the Pfizer vaccine to children ages 5-11. Many districts are hosting vaccine clinics. Click here to find a vaccine site near you.
    • The Pfizer vaccine is the only vaccine available for children 5-17.
    • Young children get a smaller dose of the vaccine than teens and adults. It is only 1/3 as strong as the vaccine given to people 12 and older.
    • COVID-19 vaccines, like other routine childhood vaccinations, are safe and effective for young children. They have gone through the most intense safety monitoring in U.S. history.
    • Getting a vaccine can be fun for kids. Bring their favorite toy, a stuffed animal, or even a friend! Most LA County sites have games and other exciting activities to make the healthy decision an easy decision.
    • Many adults age 18 and older can now get a booster dose at sites across LA County.
    • Getting a booster before the holidays is important, especially if you are gathering with other people or traveling.
    • Visit com to find a site near you.
    • Check out this helpful graphic to decide which booster dose is right for you: English | Spanish
    • People with very weak immune systems who got the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine for their original vaccine should get an additional dose of the same vaccine as soon as possible.
    • People with severely weakened immune systems who got the Johnson & Johnson vaccine should get a booster dose as soon as possible. Check out this helpful chart to help you or a loved one make a decision about which vaccine to get.
• Updated Documents:
  • Guidance for Holiday Safety: Link here
  • Reopening Protocols K-12: Link here 

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• Past Press Releases: 
  • Link here
• Businesses Who Have Been Issued Citations:
  • Citations issued due to lack of compliance with health officer order: Link here
• All Guidance Related to Faith-Based/Community-Based Organizations:
  
  • Cleaning
  • Contact Tracing
  • Managing Non-Compliant Patrons/Visitors
  • Reporting COVID Positive Cases
  • What to do if you're sick
  • What to do if you're a close contact
  • Vaccine Information
  • Vaccine for your site
• COVID-19 Vaccine (website):
  
  • Residents with disabilities or without computer access can call 833-540-0473 between 8:00 am and 8:30 pm, 7 days a week for assistance with appointments.
    • Call this line if you are homebound and need to get vaccinated at home (availability may be delayed due to high demand). You can also request an in-home vaccination here.
  • Find Your Vaccine Record: Link here
• COVID-19 Testing (website)
• Education Links:
  • Educational settings with 3 or more COVID-19 cases: Link here
• In-Language Webpages:
  • Arabic
  • Armenian
  • Cambodian
  • Farsi
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Simplified Chinese
  • Traditional Chinese
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • Tagalog
  • Vietnamese

Scott Chan, MPA
Acting Director, Center for Health Equity
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health