{"id":54965,"date":"2022-12-01T17:39:01","date_gmt":"2022-12-02T01:39:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=54965"},"modified":"2022-12-01T17:39:01","modified_gmt":"2022-12-02T01:39:01","slug":"cdphs-top-5-tips-to-protect-against-winter-viruses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=54965","title":{"rendered":"CDPH\u2019s Top 5 Tips to Protect Against Winter Viruses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>SACRAMENTO<\/strong> \u2013 Today, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released the most recent statistics on COVID-19 and updates on the state\u2019s pandemic response. The most up to date data is available on the state\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/state-dashboard\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcPL8ETsw$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/state-dashboard\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcPL8ETsw$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855462000&amp;usg=AOvVaw39Mn0ooQ8toY00SCPxk4nB\">COVID-19 data dashboard<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Statewide COVID-19 Data<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rates of cases, hospitalizations and deaths are highest among unvaccinated individuals and lowest among boosted individuals. This is true for all age groups. See additional data for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/state-dashboard\/*postvax-status__;Iw!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEdMza_3NQ$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/state-dashboard\/*postvax-status__;Iw!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEdMza_3NQ$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3jtl0HiPHxuNQGiqhZrPRQ\">unvaccinated and vaccinated cases, hospitalizations, and deaths<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mail.google.com\/mail\/u\/0?ui=2&amp;ik=cb7df8f6cd&amp;attid=0.2&amp;permmsgid=msg-f:1751059781015937559&amp;th=184d0397e3eda217&amp;view=fimg&amp;fur=ip&amp;sz=s0-l75-ft&amp;attbid=ANGjdJ-f1J7cxQXen8ejt91XN8ha85kRUpX3Gr7OvAEHt-MATJat09DhCk0CwRRaISEkJbJw_6CiU91sMzRvEMLJWjQ17eY3wYkWksFYxfXmDOEhS0-3eMow8Qodoz8&amp;disp=emb\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Vaccinations<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>85,632,857 total vaccines administered.<\/li>\n<li>72.4% of the population has been vaccinated with a primary series.<\/li>\n<li>37,481 people a day are receiving COVID-19 vaccination (average daily dose count over 7 days).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cases<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>California has 10,651,573 confirmed cases to date.<\/li>\n<li>Today\u2019s average case count is 5,446 (average daily case count over 7 days).<\/li>\n<li>During October 2022, unvaccinated people were 2.2 times more likely to get COVID-19 than people who were vaccinated with at least a primary series.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Testing<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>The testing positivity rate is 10.8% (average rate over 7 days).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Hospitalizations<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>There are 3,793 hospitalizations statewide.<\/li>\n<li>There are 408 ICU patients statewide.<\/li>\n<li>During October 2022, unvaccinated people were 2.4 times more likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19 than people who were vaccinated with at least a primary series.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Deaths<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>There have been 96,803 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic.<\/li>\n<li>COVID-19 claims the lives of 14 Californians each day (average daily death count over 7 days).<\/li>\n<li>During October 2022, unvaccinated people were 3.1 times more likely to die from COVID-19 than people who were vaccinated with at least a primary series.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Top 5 Tips to Protect Against Winter Viruses<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case you missed it in an earlier release, public health officials are reminding Californians to take simple and effective steps to protect themselves and their families against the winter viruses currently spreading across the state, including COVID-19, the flu, and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus). RSV has led to an increase in hospitalizations of children across the stay, and slowing the spread is critical as we enter the end of year holidays.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow these five simple tips to protect against winter viruses:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Get Vaccinated, Boosted (and Treated)<\/strong><br \/>\nFlu shots and COVID-19 vaccines and boosters continue to be your best defense to limit severe illness and death \u2013 and you can get both at the same time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Stay Home if You\u2019re Sick, and Test for COVID<\/strong><br \/>\nStaying home when you\u2019re sick slows the spread of flu, RSV and COVID-19. If you\u2019re sick, remember to test for COVID and contact your doctor immediately if you\u2019re positive to discuss treatment options.\u00a0Treatments work best when started right after symptoms begin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Wear a Mask\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\nThere is no vaccine for RSV, so wearing a mask can significantly slow the spread and protect babies and young children who do not yet have immunity and are too young to wear a mask themselves. Wearing a mask in indoor public places is a good way to limit the spread of germs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Wash Your Hands<\/strong><br \/>\nFrequent handwashing, with soap and warm water \u2013 for at least 20 seconds, is an easy and effective way to prevent getting sick and spreading germs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Cover Your Cough or Sneeze<\/strong><br \/>\nRemember to cough or sneeze into your elbow, your arm, or a disposable tissue to help prevent the spread of winter viruses. Just make sure to wash your hands or sanitize and dispose of your tissue after.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Slow the Spread: Get Vaccinated and Boosted for COVID-19<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The risk for COVID-19 exposure and infection continues as a number of Californians remain unvaccinated and unboosted.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real-world evidence continues to show that the vaccine prevents severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Public health officials urge Californians to get vaccinated and boosted as soon as they are eligible.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is recommended that every individual six months of age and older receive their primary COVID-19 vaccine series and booster dose, if eligible.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find a vaccine near you by visiting\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/myturn.ca.gov\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEfIByY4QQ$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/myturn.ca.gov\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEfIByY4QQ$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1DMQp7P4iaNV54nWzWnTz7\">myturn.ca.gov<\/a>\u00a0or calling 1-833-422-4255. The consent of a parent or legal guardian may be needed for those under age 18 to receive a vaccination. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.vaccinateall58.com\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEf5Sk8JLw$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.vaccinateall58.com\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEf5Sk8JLw$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw13Z7xVXtSU-5ZlVsq_zYD7\">Vaccinate All 58<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about the safe and effective vaccines available for all Californians six months of age and older.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have COVID-19 symptoms, get tested immediately and talk to a health care provider right away if you test positive to learn if you\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Treatments.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Treatments.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw09odQmny1FIkCH-KFyq36r\">qualify for treatment<\/a>. You can also find\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Test-to-treat-locations.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Test-to-treat-locations.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw007YFAEtiMbvfLjxjxeKFp\">Test to Treat locations<\/a>\u00a0that offer COVID-19 testing and free treatment. If you are uninsured,\u00a0you can access testing and treatment services for free at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/lhi.care\/covidtesting\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEdevC8LCQ$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/lhi.care\/covidtesting\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEdevC8LCQ$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2aQXrSvPZOo_qXCNJ1i2-n\">OptumServe Test to Treat locations.<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Your Actions Save Lives<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protect yourself, family, friends and community by following these prevention measures:<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Wear A Mask:\u00a0<\/strong>California\u2019s COVID-19\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/guidance-for-face-coverings.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/guidance-for-face-coverings.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3gJfPPqoGrMWYtm5su4RES\">mask guidance<\/a>\u00a0aligns with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/your-health\/covid-by-county.html__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcogMhiPw$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/your-health\/covid-by-county.html__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcogMhiPw$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1p-tRuE6mIx_v8zyrCZTYx\">CDC COVID-19 Community Levels<\/a>. Know your community level to evaluate risk and inform your decision on when to mask. Local policies may go beyond state requirements based on local conditions. Masking is also recommended to protect yourselves and your loved ones from the spread of other winter viruses when they are circulating widely, including flu and RSV.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Upgrade Your Mask:<\/strong>\u00a0Good fit and filtration continue to be the best way to get the most out of your mask.\u00a0The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Get-the-Most-out-of-Masking.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Get-the-Most-out-of-Masking.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1UV9-gsBbG4dTL9-2yKwfE\">best masks for preventing COVID-19 include the N95, KN95 and KF94<\/a>. If you don\u2019t have access to one of these masks, wear a surgical mask or a surgical mask with a cloth mask on top. If you choose a fabric mask, opt for one with three or more cloth layers.\u00a0No matter what kind of mask you wear, check the fit by avoiding gaps above the nose or on the sides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>My Vaccine Record<\/strong>\u00a0is an easy way to show vaccination status at venues or businesses that require proof of vaccination. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0CWsRbfjdi5J3KAF6fbmFZ\">myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov<\/a>\u00a0today to get your vaccine record.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Know What to Do if You\u2019re Sick or Have Been Exposed:<\/strong>\u00a0If you are experiencing\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/symptoms-testing\/symptoms.html__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEdtlne6eQ$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/symptoms-testing\/symptoms.html__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEdtlne6eQ$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1he7rze_diuhTZV12m_HRe\">symptoms of COVID-19<\/a>\u00a0(fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle or body aches), get tested, call your health care provider, and follow isolation guidance.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/get-tested\/*top__;Iw!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcqvvJZWA$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/get-tested\/*top__;Iw!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcqvvJZWA$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2rspscj3RT5goYfSjSik04\">Free, confidential testing<\/a>\u00a0is available statewide.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/What-to-do-if-You-Test-Positive-for-COVID-19.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/What-to-do-if-You-Test-Positive-for-COVID-19.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3jtF-8GMGiesdvOJtEJkfv\">Know what to do if you test positive for COVID-19<\/a>\u00a0or have been\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/What-to-Do-If-You-Are-Exposed-to-COVID-19.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/What-to-Do-If-You-Are-Exposed-to-COVID-19.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1WumHl2_k7rlUFm1bf6IY1\">exposed to COVID-19<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Wash hands<\/strong>\u00a0with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Travel Tips:<\/strong>\u00a0Do not travel if you are sick or have tested positive for COVID-19. Make sure you are up to date on your COVID-19 and other vaccines before travel (both domestic and international). See the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/travelers\/index.html__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcdPPL1Ug$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/travelers\/index.html__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcdPPL1Ug$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1Sz-30ow2fsMdI2M8ZZ-Df\">CDC\u2019s full travel guidance<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Add Your Phone to the Fight:<\/strong>\u00a0Sign up for COVID-19 exposure notifications from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/CANotify\/CANotifyMain.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/CANotify\/CANotifyMain.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ivyAp9fVMo7dL1WHae141\">CA Notify<\/a>. Also, individuals who test positive for COVID-19 \u2013 including those who test at home \u2013 are able to alert others of a potential exposure more quickly and conveniently. Individuals can now initiate the notification process as soon as they are aware of their positive test result. For more information, please visit the &#8220;Notify Others&#8221; page on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/CANotify\/code.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/CANotify\/code.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1tLiaddiaoRd5CFfPkMGSz\">CA Notify<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Sign-Up for COVID-19 Policy Alerts:<\/strong>\u00a0COVID-19 Policy Alerts provide up-to-date information regarding CDPH COVID-19 guidance and policy, including changes to orders, mandatory guidance and more. Registrants will receive prompt email alerts to updated guidance and policy available on our website as well as accompanying translations. Sign-up for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/cdph-marketing.powerappsportals.com\/SB336\/RegistrationForm\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcHS7juRQ$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/cdph-marketing.powerappsportals.com\/SB336\/RegistrationForm\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcHS7juRQ$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1mHNOmKPSTzwVrnrwBBDa1\">COVID-19 Policy Alerts emails today<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Check with your local health department<\/strong>\u00a0about local conditions. Local health departments may have policies that are stricter than state guidance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tracking COVID-19 in California<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/data-and-tools\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEfGsfuPBA$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/data-and-tools\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEfGsfuPBA$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1osx1RgyD6uQyp4Rw9ymHj\">Data and Tools<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Models and dashboards for researchers, scientists, and the public<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Race-Ethnicity.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Race-Ethnicity.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3pstHXgi2_3ww5BjVqqAwb\">COVID-19 Age, Race &amp; Ethnicity Data<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Weekly updated Age, Race &amp; Ethnicity data<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/equity\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcyh11x0g$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/equity\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcyh11x0g$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1q-obkDJybECrFiljY1ahI\">Health Equity Dashboard<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 See how COVID-19 highlights existing inequities in health<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/COVID-Variants.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/COVID-Variants.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0U6EcZPBrO8-vGgiSqtOxi\">Tracking Variants<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Data on the variants California is currently monitoring<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/schools.covid19.ca.gov\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcyQ8fY2Q$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/schools.covid19.ca.gov\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcyQ8fY2Q$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3NnvqVQiFk-SMUr862sxxJ\">Safe Schools for All Hub<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Information about safe in-person instruction<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Wastewater-Surveillance.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Wastewater-Surveillance.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3EsGiwcXi3TIntHGps9Y9R\">COVID-19 Wastewater Surveillance<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Monitoring the virus that causes COVID-19<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Recommendations for a Healthy 2022-23 School Year<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/schools.covid19.ca.gov\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcyQ8fY2Q$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/schools.covid19.ca.gov\/__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEcyQ8fY2Q$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3NnvqVQiFk-SMUr862sxxJ\">Safe Schools for All Hub<\/a>\u00a0consolidates key resources and information related to COVID-19 and schools.<\/li>\n<li>Learn more about the COVID-19 mitigation strategies to keep students, staff, and communities safe in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/K-12-Guidance-2022-23-School-Year.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/K-12-Guidance-2022-23-School-Year.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0eFD2IouVbm7yB-5z5xgnV\">2022-23 K-12 Schools Guidance<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Get more information on changes to COVID-19 testing strategies for the 2022-23 school year in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/testing.covid19.ca.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/332\/2022\/05\/Preliminary_Testing_Framework_K-12Schools_2022-23.pdf__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEekF4dFEg$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/testing.covid19.ca.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/332\/2022\/05\/Preliminary_Testing_Framework_K-12Schools_2022-23.pdf__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEekF4dFEg$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0tA9dhJZboKSyp07kIAJBc\">2022-23 K-12 Schools Testing Framework<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The CDPH Testing Taskforce School Testing team has released a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/testing.covid19.ca.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/332\/2022\/05\/Preliminary_Testing_Framework_K-12Schools_2022-23.pdf__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEekF4dFEg$\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/\/testing.covid19.ca.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/332\/2022\/05\/Preliminary_Testing_Framework_K-12Schools_2022-23.pdf__;!!AvL6XA!39W91AG3dYdqg5FA-t-0bFx3STDpVGjWiPNmwTS0r1NrmBwBE4Qet5imVJENqfG1z3cJvnal6QLuXw2047QHT_DmkW7aMEekF4dFEg$&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0tA9dhJZboKSyp07kIAJBc\">2022-2023 K-12 Schools Testing Framework Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Health Care Workers<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>As of November 29, local health departments have reported 184,555 confirmed positive cases in health care workers and 595 deaths statewide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>As of November 14, there have been 1,036 cases of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/MIS-C.aspx\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/MIS-C.aspx&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1670028855463000&amp;usg=AOvVaw016HtGwZMJCYGtWLIP_9lD\">Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)<\/a>\u00a0reported statewide. MIS-C is a rare inflammatory condition associated with COVID-19 that can damage multiple organ systems. 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