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Coronavirus update 07/01/20

Post Date:07/01/2020 5:44 PM

July 1, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Mike North, 209-726-2744

 

 

COVID-19 DAILY STATUS REPORT

 

PLEASE NOTE: This is an evolving situation. More information will be distributed as it becomes available. For the most up to date information, please visit: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus. Additional information is available at www.countyofmerced.com/coronavirus. These status reports are released daily on normal business days. Statistics will continue to be updated on weekdays at www.countyofmerced.com/coronavirusstats.

CURRENT STATUS:

  • As of 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2020, there are 1,131 confirmed cases (+67 from yesterday) of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in Merced County. Approximately 610 of those cases of active, and 11 have died.
  • Please see “COVID-19 Testing Update” section for the most recent testing figures.

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  • View this interactive dashboard online at: www.countyofmerced.com/coronavirusstats
  • Based on information provided by individuals who test positive, Public Health staff will continue to assess risks of exposure and contact any affected individuals.
  • Due to privacy laws, the Public Health Department cannot release identifying information related to positive cases.
  • In California, there are 230,764 confirmed cases and 6,083 deaths.

RECENT ACTIVITIES & UPDATES:

  • Merced County has been placed on the State watch list due to rapidly increasing disease transmission, increased hospitalizations, and a rise in the percentage of individuals testing positive for COVID-19, indicating increased circulation throughout the community. Further details can be found at: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/CountyMonitoringDataStep2.aspx
  • Merced County Public Health continues to coordinate with federal, state and local partners to further prepare us for future impacts. This includes working with the California Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to monitor COVID-19.
  • On Friday, the Merced County Department of Public Health confirmed the 11th death related to COVID-19. The Merced County resident was a male over the age of 65 with underlying health conditions.
  • Residents are strongly advised to avoid mass gatherings, wear face coverings (as mandated by the state), and exercise appropriate preventative measures such as hand hygiene and social distancing over the Fourth of July weekend.
  • Rapidly increasing cases of COVID-19 coupled with decreasing capacity at local intensive care units has resulted in Merced County being placed on a State watch list and the closure of bars, indoor dining and other entertainment venues for a minimum of three weeks. If the upcoming holiday weekend results in another rise in cases, Merced County will be at severe risk for an extended shutdown of various parts of the economy. This can be prevented by avoiding crowds or large family gatherings, practicing physical distancing, washing your hands often with soap and water, staying home if you’re sick, and wearing face coverings when:
    • Inside of, or in line to enter, any indoor public space;
    • Obtaining healthcare services;
    • Waiting for or riding on public transportation or while in any private or ride-sharing vehicle including operators of the transportation;
    • At the workplace or performing work off-site;
    • Outdoors in public spaces where physical distancing is not possible.
  • Due to a significant spike in COVID-19 cases, Merced County’s regional parks will be closed to the public over the Fourth of July holiday weekend (Friday-Sunday). This includes Lake Yosemite, Hagaman Park, and Henderson Park. These parks are projected to reopen Monday, but physical distancing must be adhered to and large group gatherings will continue to be prohibited.
  • An updated version of the Merced County COVID-19 interactive dashboard went live today: www.countyofmerced.com/coronavirusstats. The revamped dashboard will be updated on normal business days.
  • The Merced County Office of Emergency Services and Merced County Department of Public Health proclaimed a local and public health emergency March 13 in order to help address the outbreak. The Board of Supervisors ratified those actions during a March 16 special meeting.
  • On March 19, Governor Gavin Newsom announced Executive Order N-33-20, asking California residents to stay at home. On March 20, Merced County’s Health Officer also issued an Order directing County residents to remain in their places of residence except to perform or receive essential services.
  • The Merced County Public Health Department Operations Center was activated Jan. 27, 2020 (157 days) in order to prepare for COVID-19 in and around our community. The Merced County Emergency Operations Center and Human Services Agency Department Operations Center are also currently active.

    COVID-19 TESTING UPDATE:

  • Coronavirus symptoms include: mild to severe respiratory illness, fever, cough, difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, and loss of taste or smell. If symptoms develop, individuals should stay at home to limit exposure to others.
  • Anyone who has had contact with a person with possible COVID-19 infection and has the above symptoms should call his/her local health department/health care provider immediately.
  • Do not go to your provider’s office without calling ahead. Do not call 911 for suspected COVID-19 unless you are having a medical emergency.
  • During the flu season, there are steps you can take to protect your health and the health of those around you:
    • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds.
    • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
    • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
    • Stay away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms such as fever and cough.
    • Cover sneezes or coughs with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
    • Wear a face covering when in public.

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