Humboldt County Public Health today reported the deaths of two residents from COVID-19, one in their 70s and another aged 80 or older. Two new hospital admissions were reported, one resident in his 40’s and one in his 60’s.
A further 59 confirmed positive cases were reported and 21 new probable cases for the period between Tuesday 12th April and Tuesday 19th April. The total number of confirmed cases in the county is 17,174. An additional 3,040 cases are reported as likely.*
Local vaccination dates have been updated. Highlights include:
- Since the last weekly report of April 13, another 683 residents have completed their vaccination series.
- As of Tuesday, a total of 89,601 people, or about 66% of the county’s total population, were fully vaccinated.
The significant increase in fully vaccinated residents reported this week is attributed to people who have completed their vaccination series and to the state’s review and reorganization of data, which matches recipients to appropriate jurisdictions.
Earlier this week, the Transportation Security Administration announced that it would stop enforcing mask requirements on airplanes and other public transportation after a federal judge overturned the mandate. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still recommends that people wear masks on public transportation indoors.
People should stay home and away from others and get tested if they become ill or have COVID-19 symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue or muscle pain.
OptumServe offers rapid antigen testing and PCR testing services at its Wharfinger location in Eureka from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm daily. Appointments for all testing services are strongly encouraged and can be made at lhi.care/covidtesting or by calling 888-634-1123.
Vaccines continue to be readily available, and as always, Humboldt County’s vaccination and testing services are available free of charge. Walk-ins are welcome at all public health clinics and some pharmacy vaccination centers. Appointments can also be made at MyTurn.ca.gov.
Second booster shots of Pfizer and Moderna are now available at all Humboldt County Public Health immunization centers for individuals 50 and older and certain immunocompromised individuals, provided it has been four months since your first booster shot. Those interested in a second refresher can also inquire about availability at pharmacies. To check availability of a specific vaccine, visit vaccines.gov or text 438829 with your zip code to find a pharmacy near you that offers vaccines.
See the schedule below for specific dates, times, locations, and available services for public health immunization and testing clinics. Questions about clinic services may be directed to Public Health at 707-445-6201.
Trinidad – Thursday, April 21, 2pm to 5pm
Trinidad City Hall Family Clinic (409 Trinity St.)
From 5 years
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson/Moderna
PCR and rapid tests are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Newcomers are welcome.
Eureka – Friday, April 22, 1pm to 8pm
Wharfinger Family Hospital (1 Marina Way)
From 5 years
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson/Moderna
PCR and Rapid Tests are offered by OptumServe in the basement of the Wharfinger building.
Newcomers are welcome.
Bridgeville – Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m
Bridgeville Community Center Family Hospital (38717 Kneeland Road)
From 5 years
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson/Moderna
PCR and rapid tests are offered on a first come, first serve basis
Newcomers are welcome.
Eureka – Monday, April 25, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m
Public Health Department (529 I St.)
From 5 years
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson/Moderna
No tests available
Newcomers are welcome.
Eureka — Tuesday, April 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed 12 p.m. to 1 p.m
Public Health Department (529 I St.)
From 5 years
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson/Moderna
No tests available
Newcomers are welcome
Willow Creek – Tuesday, April 26, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m
Public Health Department (77 Walnussweg)
From 5 years
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson/Moderna
PCR and rapid tests are available on a first come, first serve basis
Newcomers are welcome.
* “Confirmed cases” represent total confirmed positive PCR test results or detection of SARS-CoV-2 by genome sequencing, and “probable cases” are individuals who:
- Do you have a positive antigen (Ag) test for COVID-19, or
- Have been diagnosed with COVID-19 disease by a healthcare provider, or
- Have symptoms of COVID-19 disease after being in close contact with a person with a PCR-confirmed test result, or
- were a deceased whose death certificate lists COVID-19 as a cause or significant factor in their death, without a positive PCR test result.
Sign up for COVID-19 vaccination: MyTurn.ca.gov
Check vaccine availability at a local pharmacy: Vaccines.gov
Local COVID-19 vaccine information: humboldtgov.org/VaccineInfo
Humboldt County COVID-19 Data Dashboard: humboldtgov.org/3246
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