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Free O.C. COVID-19 Contact Tracing Online Workshop

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UCI Public Health is partnering with the Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA) and the Orange County Health Equity COVID-19 Community-Academic Partnership to offer a free Health Equity Contact Tracing Workshop. The Workshop trains public health practitioners, students, community leaders, and residents to do contact tracing for COVID-19.

Contract tracers, sometimes known as “disease detectives,” are trained to detect likely secondary cases among close contacts of already identified (“index”) cases. Contact tracing will likely be crucial for disrupting transmission to the point that social distancing measures can be relaxed responsibly. It is expected that thousands of contact tracers will be needed to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, as well as other infectious diseases. In places like Orange County, where communities are incredibly socio-culturally diverse, it is crucial to implement and practice contact tracing in a culturally-appropriate manner through a health equity lens.

This Workshop is designed with a fundamental focus on health equity. It integrates community knowledge about the impacts of the pandemic and pandemic mitigation strategies on low-income communities of color with established models of manual contact tracing and presents the latest knowledge about COVID-19 spread and mitigation. 

The Workshop aims to support the wide range of community leaders and residents, students, and public health practitioners whose work is needed across the full spectrum of pandemic mitigation, elimination, and equitable recovery. This includes those working to educate the broader public about evolving information about COVID-19; identify and notify individuals who have been exposed to the virus; support low-income communities of color disparately affected by COVID-19 in mitigating their exposures, quarantining, isolating, and recovering from the pandemic; and organizing community members for a recovery that builds community power and resilience to future pandemics and disasters. 

The Workshop is a series and will be delivered through popular education methods in a hybrid format of asynchronous online content, live online group-based discussions, and role-playing sessions. The workshop is available free to the public and runs July 20 – August 21, 2020.

OBJECTIVES

Participants will…

  • Gain foundational knowledge of health science related to the COVID 19 virus, and health equity as both an outcome and approach to guide COVID-19 response efforts
  • Build essential skills to serve as contact tracers, supporting COVID 19 patients to minimize spread of the virus in their communities
  • Help to shape and communicate a proactive narrative around the causes of and strategies to address COVID-19 as part of a larger community-driven effort to achieve health through racial equity
  • Cultivate a community organizing approach to engaging community members in transforming the conditions that have led to disproportionate COVID-19 impacts on Black, Latinx, immigrant, Indigenous communities, and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders

Click here to register.

There are now 3,930 COVID-19 cases in Santa Ana as of July 9

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The O.C. Health Care Agency has finally made COVID-19 case information available by zip code. There are currently 21,517 cases and 402 deaths to date in Orange County as of July 9, with 3,930 cases and 101 deaths in Santa Ana. A total of 1,292 new cases were reported today as well as 26 new deaths. There are currently 691 victims in local hospitals and 236 of them are in Intensive Care Units. An estimated 9,452 victims have recovered from the disease to date.

Here is how the COVID-19 case count breaks down by Santa Ana’s zip codes (note – SNF means Skilled Nursing Facility):

  • 92704 (population: 90,205) – 1,042 cases/0 SNF Cases – 14 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92701 (population: 55,534) – 748 cases/111 SNF Cases – 46 Deaths/32 SNF Deaths
  • 92703 (population: 59,190) – 760 cases/0 SNF cases – 14 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92707 (population: 62,894) – 770 cases/59 SNF cases – 15 Deaths/7 SNF Deaths
  • 92706 (population: 37,406) – 465 cases/76 SNF cases – 21 Deaths/17 SNF Deaths
  • 92705 (population: 46,883) – 291 cases/43 SNF Cases – 3 Death/2 SNF Deaths

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

  • Anaheim reports 3,638 cases and 91 deaths
  • Garden Grove reports 1,064 cases and 11 deaths
  • Huntington Beach reports 993 cases and 40 deaths
  • Orange reports 939 cases and 15 deaths
  • Fullerton reports 890 cases and 17 deaths
  • Buena Park reports 559 cases and 4 deaths
  • Irvine reports 648 cases and 5 deaths
  • Costa Mesa reports 612 cases and 3 deaths
  • Westminster reports 386 cases and 12 deaths
  • Newport Beach reports 494 cases and 2 deaths
  • Tustin reports 425 cases and 6 deaths
  • Fountain Valley reports 186 cases and 6 deaths

The California Department of Public Health reported that the state California has 296,499 confirmed cases to date. There have been 6,711 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic. There have been 5,078,434 tests conducted in California.

The CDC reports these national cases:

  • TOTAL CASES: 3,047,671
  • 64,771 New Cases
  • TOTAL DEATHS: 132,056
  • 991 New Deaths

Your Actions Save Lives

Every person has a role to play. Protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:  

  • Staying home except for essential needs/activities following local and state public health guidelines when patronizing approved businesses. To the extent that such sectors are re-opened, Californians may leave their homes to work at, patronize, or otherwise engage with those businesses, establishments or activities.
  • Practicing social distancing.
  • Wearing a cloth face mask when out in public.
  • Washing hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds.
  • Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Covering a cough or sneeze with your sleeve, or disposable tissue. Wash your hands afterward.
  • Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
  • Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
  • Answer the call if a contact tracer from the CA COVID Team or your local health department tries to connect. Contact tracers will connect you to free, confidential testing and other resources, if needed.
  • Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re Sick

Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath), call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken. More than 100 community testing sites also offer free, confidential testing: Find a COVID-19 Testing Site.

For more information about what Californians can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California.

California continues to issue guidance on preparing and protecting California from COVID-19. Consolidated guidance is available on the California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page.

Youth sports practices postponed in Orange County due to new State guidance

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Santa Ana, Calif. (July 8, 2020) – The State of California has recently amended its guidance regarding youth sports practices, team drills and training and will no longer allow them to occur throughout the state.

The State’s Day Camps and Fitness Facility guidelines were used by counties across the state to allow for youth sports practices, team drills and training.

At this time, youth sports activities including practices will be postponed until further direction is provided from the State. Currently, there is no scheduled time by which the state will re-open youth sports. The County of Orange allowed youth sports practice, team drills and training to re-open on June 15, 2020.

For more information about the County of Orange’s response to COVID-19, please visit http://www.ochealthinfo.com/novelcoronavirus.

Santa Ana now has 3,711 COVID-19 cases as of July 7

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The O.C. Health Care Agency has finally made COVID-19 case information available by zip code. There are currently 18,892 cases and 369 deaths to date in Orange County as of July 7, with 3,711 cases and 98 deaths in Santa Ana. A total of 1,010 new cases were reported today as well as 3 new deaths. There are currently 659 victims in local hospitals and 224 of them are in Intensive Care Units.

Here is how the COVID-19 case count breaks down by Santa Ana’s zip codes (note – SNF means Skilled Nursing Facility):

  • 92704 (population: 90,205) – 952 cases/0 SNF Cases – 12 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92701 (population: 55,534) – 698 cases/111 SNF Cases – 42 Deaths/30 SNF Deaths
  • 92703 (population: 59,190) – 690 cases/0 SNF cases – 13 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92707 (population: 62,894) – 672 cases/59 SNF cases – 13 Deaths/6 SNF Deaths
  • 92706 (population: 37,406) – 431 cases/75 SNF cases – 16 Deaths/12 SNF Deaths
  • 92705 (population: 46,883) – 249 cases/35 SNF Cases – 1 Death/1 SNF Deaths

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

  • Anaheim reports 3,425 cases and 91 deaths
  • Garden Grove reports 1,012 cases and 10 deaths
  • Huntington Beach reports 921 cases and 40 deaths
  • Orange reports 899 cases and 15 deaths
  • Fullerton reports 834 cases and 16 deaths
  • Buena Park reports 534 cases and 4 deaths
  • Irvine reports 593 cases and 5 deaths
  • Costa Mesa reports 554 cases and 3 deaths
  • Westminster reports 354 cases and 10 deaths
  • Newport Beach reports 451 cases and 2 deaths
  • Tustin reports 396 cases and 6 deaths
  • Fountain Valley reports 167 cases and 6 deaths

The California Department of Public Health reported that the state has 277,774 confirmed cases to date. There have been 6,448 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic. There have been 4,896,370 tests conducted in California.

The CDC reports these national cases:

  • TOTAL CASES: 2,932,596
  • 46,329 New Cases
  • TOTAL DEATHS: 130,133
  • 322 New Deaths

Your Actions Save Lives

Every person has a role to play. Protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:  

  • Staying home except for essential needs/activities following local and state public health guidelines when patronizing approved businesses. To the extent that such sectors are re-opened, Californians may leave their homes to work at, patronize, or otherwise engage with those businesses, establishments or activities.
  • Practicing social distancing.
  • Wearing a cloth face mask when out in public.
  • Washing hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds.
  • Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Covering a cough or sneeze with your sleeve, or disposable tissue. Wash your hands afterward.
  • Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
  • Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
  • Answer the call if a contact tracer from the CA COVID Team or your local health department tries to connect. Contact tracers will connect you to free, confidential testing and other resources, if needed.
  • Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re Sick

Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath), call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken. More than 100 community testing sites also offer free, confidential testing: Find a COVID-19 Testing Site.

For more information about what Californians can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California.

California continues to issue guidance on preparing and protecting California from COVID-19. Consolidated guidance is available on the California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page.

This week’s Cochino List includes Nuevo Amanecer

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The O.C. Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of June 25 to July 2. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Nuevo Amanecer (Club de Herbalife), 1331 E. First St., Suite B, Santa Ana, Closed: June 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 26
  • Update: The Den Cafe at 2930 Bristol St., Suite B-102, Costa Mesa, which was ordered closed June 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen June 26
  • Kim Huong Vietnamese & Chinese Food, 17311 McFadden Ave., Suite B-C, Tustin, Closed: June 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 26
  • Hi House, 6638 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: June 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 30
  • Domino’s, 8682 Beach Blvd., Suite 103, Buena Park, Closed: June 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 29
  • Sonic, 441 N. Placentia Ave., Fullerton, Closed: June 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 26

Walmart Neighborhood Market at 121 N. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, which had its permit downgraded June 22 to prepackaged food only because of insufficient hot water and plumbing in disrepair, had its full permit reinstated June 29.

The acting O.C. Health Officer issues amended orders in support of the State of CA closures

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Santa Ana, Calif. (July 3, 2020) — Acting County Health Officer Dr. Clayton Chau issued new Amended Orders and Strong Recommendations, effective immediately today in support of directives made earlier this week by the California Department of Public Health and the Governor’s Office.

The Amended Orders replaces the July 1, 2020 version and includes the mandatory closure of bars (with certain exceptions) while also closes indoor operations of certain sectors including:

  • Dine-in restaurants
  • Wineries and tasting rooms
  • Movie theaters
  • Family entertainment centers (for example: bowling alleys, miniature golf, batting cages and arcades)
  • Zoos and museums
  • Cardrooms

To read the Order in its entirely as well as related Frequently Asked Questions, please visit https://occovid19.ochealthinfo.com/article/oc-health-officers-orders-recommendations

There are now 2,954 COVID-19 cases in Santa Ana

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The O.C. Health Care Agency has finally made COVID-19 case information available by zip code. There are currently 14,413 cases and 345 deaths to date in Orange County as of July 1, with 2,954 cases in Santa Ana and 92 deaths. A total of 570 new cases were reported today as well as 5 new deaths. There are currently 542 victims in local hospitals and 192 of them are in Intensive Care Units. An estimated total of 7,642 patients have recovered.

Here is how the COVID-19 case count breaks down by Santa Ana’s zip codes (note – SNF means Skilled Nursing Facility):

  • 92704 (population: 90,205) – 719 cases/0 SNF Cases – 11 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92701 (population: 55,534) – 570 cases/111 SNF Cases – 40 Deaths/29 SNF Deaths
  • 92703 (population: 59,190) – 557 cases/0 SNF cases – 11 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92707 (population: 62,894) – 537 cases/59 SNF cases – 12 Deaths/6 SNF Deaths
  • 92706 (population: 37,406) – 357 cases/75 SNF cases – 15 Deaths/12 SNF Deaths
  • 92705 (population: 46,883) – 193 cases/33 SNF Cases – 1 Death/1 SNF Deaths

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

  • Anaheim reports 2,713 cases and 85 deaths
  • Garden Grove reports 797 cases and 9 deaths
  • Huntington Beach reports 671 cases and 38 deaths
  • Orange reports 650 cases and 15 deaths
  • Fullerton reports 602 cases and 16 deaths
  • Buena Park reports 443 cases and 4 deaths
  • Irvine reports 419 cases and 5 deaths
  • Costa Mesa reports 361 cases and 2 deaths
  • Westminster reports 293 cases and 9 deaths
  • Newport Beach reports 309 cases and 2 deaths
  • Tustin reports 292 cases and 6 deaths
  • Fountain Valley reports 123 cases and 6 deaths

The California Department of Public Health reported that the state has 216,550 confirmed cases to date. California has 232,657 confirmed cases to date. There have been 6,090 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic. There have been 4,254,176 tests conducted in California. 

The CDC reports these national cases:

  • TOTAL CASES: 2,624,873
  • 43,644 New Cases
  • TOTAL DEATHS: 127,299
  • 560 New Deaths

Your Actions Save Lives

Every person has a role to play. Protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:  

  • Staying home except for essential needs/activities following local and state public health guidelines when patronizing approved businesses. To the extent that such sectors are re-opened, Californians may leave their homes to work at, patronize, or otherwise engage with those businesses, establishments or activities.
  • Practicing social distancing.
  • Wearing a cloth face mask when out in public.
  • Washing hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds.
  • Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Covering a cough or sneeze with your sleeve, or disposable tissue. Wash your hands afterward.
  • Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
  • Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
  • Answer the call if a contact tracer from the CA COVID Team or your local health department tries to connect. Contact tracers will connect you to free, confidential testing and other resources, if needed.
  • Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re Sick

Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath), call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken. More than 100 community testing sites also offer free, confidential testing: Find a COVID-19 Testing Site.

For more information about what Californians can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California.

California continues to issue guidance on preparing and protecting California from COVID-19. Consolidated guidance is available on the California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page.

Gov. Newsom acts to prohibit indoor activities at businesses including restaurants

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SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Public Health today released guidance directing counties that have been on the County Monitoring List for three consecutive days or more to close indoor operations for certain sectors which promote the mixing of populations beyond households and make adherence to physical distancing and wearing face coverings difficult. The guidance applies for a minimum of three weeks and is subject to an extension based on epidemiologic indicators. These sectors may modify operations to provide services outside or by pick-up. In addition, all brewpubs, breweries, bars, and pubs in these counties must close immediately, both indoor and outdoor.

Today’s guidance applies to the following sectors:

• Indoor Dine-in restaurants
• Indoor Wineries and Tasting Rooms
• Indoor Family Entertainment Centers
• Indoor Movie Theaters
• Indoor Zoos and Museums
• Indoor Cardrooms

“California is seeing the virus spreading at alarming rates in many parts of the state, and we are taking immediate action to slow the spread of the virus in those areas,” said Governor Newsom. “We bent the curve in the state of California once, and we will bend the curve again. But we’re going to have to be tougher, and that’s why we are taking this action today.”

Community spread of COVID-19 continues to be a concern across the state, and in particular for counties on the County Monitoring List. This puts vulnerable populations, including older Californians and those who have chronic conditions or compromised immune systems, at higher risk of becoming seriously ill due to the virus.

“Today’s action is necessary to help slow the spread of this virus,” said Dr. Sonia Angell, State Public Health Officer and Director of the California Department of Public Health. “We put ourselves and our community at greatest risk for COVID 19 when we mix with people who don’t live with us. And if you go out, wear a face covering, keep your distance, wash your hands frequently and limit unnecessary indoor activities that increase the risk of exposure.”

Today’s order applies to counties that have been on the County Monitoring List for three or more consecutive days. Combined these 19 counties represent approximately 72% of California’s population.

Impacted Counties as of July 1, 2020

• Contra Costa
• Fresno
• Glenn
• Imperial
• Kern
• Kings
• Los Angeles
• Merced
• Orange
• Riverside
• Sacramento
• San Bernardino
• San Joaquin
• Santa Barbara
• Santa Clara
• Solano
• Stanislaus
• Tulare
• Ventura

Sectors included in today’s guidance are all high risk of transmission due to a number of features of the businesses and the behaviors that occur within them. These sectors, foundationally, are settings where groups convene and may mix with others for prolonged periods of time often without a face covering. Additionally, physical movement within the establishment, duration of time spent in the establishment, and the degree of social mixing among individuals and groups outside one’s household are all significant in these sectors, which substantially elevates the risk of transmission even where face coverings can be worn. Furthermore, in some of these sectors centered on eating and drinking, compliance with face coverings is not possible for the full duration of time someone spends in these establishments.

California will continue to update and issue guidance based on the best available public health data and the best practices currently employed. All industry or sector guidance documents that have been issued to date, including all infectious control measures outlined in those guidance documents, apply in outdoor settings, and thus must be adhered to.

Finally, as we approach the 4th of July holiday weekend, California is recommending that counties with mandatory closures cancel firework shows, and is reminding all Californians that they should not gather with people they do not live with and avoid crowds. Additionally, all parking facilities at state beaches in Southern California and the Bay Area will be closed for the upcoming weekend. In counties that close local beaches, the State will follow suit and close state beaches. Other state parks will remain open, with measures in place to reduce visitation and limit overcrowding.

More information about the state’s COVID-19 guidance is on the California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page at www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Guidance.aspx

More information about reopening California and what individuals can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit https://covid19.ca.gov/

El Gobernador Ordena Que Cierren Los Bares del Condado de Orange; los Restaurantes y Ciertos Negocios Tienen Que Dejar de Operar Adentro

El gobernador Gavin Newsom ordenó hoy que todos los bares cierren y ciertos negocios, incluyendo los restaurantes, dejen de operar adentro en el Condado de Orange y otros 18 condados de California. Esto aplica a Santa Ana.

El comunicado de prensa del Departamento de Salud Pública de California con todos los detalles a continuación:

EL GOBERNADOR NEWSOM ORDENA UNA ACCIÓN ADICIONAL PARA REDUCIR LA TRANSMISIÓN COMUNITARIA

SACRAMENTO – El Gobernador de California Gavin Newsom y el Departamento de Salud Pública de California dieron a conocer hoy una guía indicando a los condados que se encuentran en la Lista de Monitoreo por tres días o más, el cierre de operaciones dentro de instalaciones cerradas en ciertos sectores que promuevan las reuniones entre personas que no viven en la misma casa y que dificulten el uso de cubiertas para la cara y el distanciamiento social. Las regulaciones estarán vigentes por un mínimo de tres días y se están sujetas a extensión, basadas en los indicadores epidemiológicos.

Dichos sectores pueden modificar sus operaciones para proveer servicios en instalaciones al aire libre o pedidos para llevar. Adicionalmente, todas las cervecerías, bares y pubs en esos condados deben cerrar de inmediato sus operaciones, en ambas modalidades, espacios cerrados y al aire libre.

Las regulaciones anunciadas hoy, aplican para los siguientes sectores:
• Restaurante que ofrecen servicio en espacios cerrados
• Bodegas de vino y salas de degustación que ofrecen servicio en espacios cerrados
• Establecimientos de entretenimiento familiar que ofrecen servicio en espacios cerrados
• Cines en salas cerradas
• Zoológicos y museos cerrados
• Salas de juegos (de baraja) cerrados

“California está viendo un alza alarmante en la tasa de propagación del virus en muchas partes del estado y estamos tomando acciones inmediatas para disminuir la propagación del virus en esas áreas”, anunció hoy el Gobernador. “Ya hemos doblado la curva en el estado de California una vez y lo haremos nuevamente, pero tendremos que ser más rigurosos y es por eso que hoy estamos tomado esta acción.”

La propagación de COVID-19 en la comunidad continúa siendo una preocupación a lo largo del estado, particularmente en las regiones incluidas en la Lista de Monitoreo de Condados. Esto pone a la población vulnerable, incluidos adultos mayores y aquellos con condiciones crónicas de salud o con sistema inmunológico comprometido, en un mayor riesgo de enfermarse de gravedad con este virus.

“La medida tomada hoy es necesaria para ayudar a reducir la propagación del virus”, dijo la Dra. Sonia Angell, Oficial de Salud Pública del Estado y Directora del Departamento de Salud Pública de California. “Nos ponemos y ponemos en riesgo a nuestra comunidad cuando nos reunimos con personas que no viven con nosotros. Si sale, use una cubierta para la cara, mantenga su distancia, lávese las manos y limite las actividades en espacios cerrados que puedan aumentar el riesgo de exposición.”

La medida de hoy aplica en todos aquellos condados que han estado en la Lista de Monitoreo por tres o más días consecutivos. Juntos, esos 19 condados representan aproximadamente el 72% de la población en California.

Los condados afectados hasta el 1 de Julio de 2020 son:
• Contra Costa
• Fresno
• Glenn
• Imperial
• Kern
• Kings
• Los Angeles
• Merced
• Orange
• Riverside • Sacramento
• San Bernardino
• San Joaquin
• Santa Barbara
• Santa Clara
• Solano
• Stanislaus
• Tulare
• Ventura

Los sectores incluidos en la guía de hoy son todos aquellos que tiene mayor riesgo de transmisión debido a una serie de características de esos negocios y los comportamientos que se presentan dentro de los mismos. Fundamentalmente, estos sectores son entornos donde diferentes grupos se reúnen y pueden mezclarse con otros durante períodos de tiempo prolongados, a menudo sin cubrirse la cara. Además, el movimiento dentro del establecimiento, el tiempo que pasa en el establecimiento y el grado de mezcla social entre individuos y grupos fuera del hogar, son muy significativos en estos sectores, lo que eleva sustancialmente el riesgo de transmisión, incluso cuando si se usan cubiertas faciales. Además, en algunos de estos sectores centrados en el consumo de alimentos y bebidas, no es posible seguir los requerimientos del uso de cubiertas faciales durante toda la permanencia en dichos establecimientos.

California continuará actualizando y emitiendo guías basadas en los mejores datos disponibles de salud pública y las mejores prácticas empleadas actualmente. Todos los documentos de orientación de la industria o el sector que se han emitido hasta la fecha, incluidas todas las medidas de control infeccioso descritas en esos documentos de orientación, se aplican en entornos al aire libre y, por lo tanto, deben cumplirse.

Finalmente, en vísperas del fin de semana festivo del 4 de julio, California recomienda que los condados con cierres obligatorios, cancelen los espectáculos de fuegos artificiales y les recuerda a todos los californianos que no deben reunirse con personas con las que no viven y evitar las multitudes. Además, todos los estacionamientos en las playas estatales del sur de California y el Área de la Bahía estarán cerrados durante el próximo fin de semana. En los condados donde se cerrarán las playas locales, el estado hará lo mismo y cerrará las playas estatales. Otros parques estatales permanecerán abiertos, con medidas establecidas para reducir las visitas y limitar el hacinamiento.

Información adicional sobre las guías estatales referentes a COVID-19 está disponible en California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page en https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Guidance.aspx

Para más información sobre la reapertura de California y que puede hacer para evitar la propagación de COVID-19, visite https://covid19.ca.gov/

Orange County bars ordered closed again effective July 2

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Santa Ana, Calif. (July 1, 2020) – Effective July 2, 2020, all bars are ordered closed in Orange County, California due to the increasing number COVID-19 cases.

“While we would prefer not to close bars at this time, many of our neighboring counties have closed their bars, and it’s important to take precautions to ensure the safety of the general public,” said Chairwoman Michelle Steel, Second District.

Acting County Health Officer and OC Health Care Agency (HCA) Director Clayton Chau, M.D., Ph.D. has ordered all bars in Orange County closed to help slow the spread of COVID-19. A copy of the Order may be found here.

“The health and safety of Orange County’s residents is paramount,” said Vice Chairman Andrew Do, First District. “We must continue to fight the spread of COVID-19. I encourage all residents and business owners to be extra cautious this holiday weekend.”

The Order, which is effective Thursday, July 2, helps align counties in Southern California due to the increases in COVID-19 cases across the region.

Bars had been allowed to operate in Orange County since June 12 as the County of Orange received approval from the State to open more business sectors under an accelerated Stage Two. The County of Orange received this approval from the State on May 23, 2020.

“As surrounding counties have closed their bars, the County of Orange has made the decision to temporarily close theirs as well. I wish everyone a safe and healthy holiday weekend,” said Supervisor Donald Wagner, Third District.

The County of Orange continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19 cases and has recently updated the HCA’s Novel Coronavirus website with further information for residents and researchers.

“If we are to successfully fight this COVID-19 pandemic, we must be vigilant in maintaining social distancing, washing our hands and wearing our face coverings,” said Supervisor Doug Chaffee, Fourth District.

The Order does not prohibit restaurants, pubs and breweries that offer dine-in services to operate but the establishment must only serve alcohol in the same transaction as a meal. Should a bar offer meals, they are required to comply with the same industry guidance as restaurants.

“As we experience a rise in positive cases and hospitalizations, it is important that we take swift and prudent action so that we do not overload our healthcare system or jeopardize the progress we have made in reopening our economy,” said Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, Fifth District.

There are now 2,734 COVID-19 cases in Santa Ana as of June 29

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The O.C. Health Care Agency has finally made COVID-19 case information available by zip code. There are currently 13,064 cases and 330 deaths to date in Orange County as of June 29, with 2,734 cases in Santa Ana. A total of 456 new cases were reported today as well as 4 new deaths. There are currently 485 victims in local hospitals and 175 of them are in Intensive Care Units.

Here is how the COVID-19 case count breaks down by Santa Ana’s zip codes (note – SNF means Skilled Nursing Facility):

  • 92704 (population: 90,205) – 663 cases/0 SNF Cases – 11 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92701 (population: 55,534) – 538 cases/104 SNF Cases – 35 Deaths/25 SNF Deaths
  • 92703 (population: 59,190) – 523 cases/0 SNF cases – 11 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92707 (population: 62,894) – 502 cases/59 SNF cases – 12 Deaths/6 SNF Deaths
  • 92706 (population: 37,406) – 334 cases/75 SNF cases – 15 Deaths/12 SNF Deaths
  • 92705 (population: 46,883) – 154 cases/33 SNF Cases – 1 Death/1 SNF Deaths

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

  • Anaheim reports 2,463 cases and 83 deaths
  • Garden Grove reports 743 cases and 9 deaths
  • Huntington Beach reports 593 cases and 37 deaths
  • Orange reports 584 cases and 14 deaths
  • Fullerton reports 534 cases and 15 deaths
  • Buena Park reports 405 cases and 4 deaths
  • Irvine reports 365 cases and 5 deaths
  • Costa Mesa reports 320 cases and 2 deaths
  • Westminster reports 271 cases and 9 deaths
  • Newport Beach reports 272 cases and 2 deaths
  • Tustin reports 252 cases and 5 deaths
  • Fountain Valley reports 116 cases and 6 deaths

The California Department of Public Health reported that the state has 216,550 confirmed cases to date. There have been 5,936 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic. There have been 4,061,692 tests conducted in California.

The CDC reports these national cases:

  • TOTAL CASES: 2,545,250
  • 41,075 New Cases
  • TOTAL DEATHS: 126,369
  • 885 New Deaths

Your Actions Save Lives

Every person has a role to play. Protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:  

  • Staying home except for essential needs/activities following local and state public health guidelines when patronizing approved businesses. To the extent that such sectors are re-opened, Californians may leave their homes to work at, patronize, or otherwise engage with those businesses, establishments or activities.
  • Practicing social distancing.
  • Wearing a cloth face mask when out in public.
  • Washing hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds.
  • Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Covering a cough or sneeze with your sleeve, or disposable tissue. Wash your hands afterward.
  • Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
  • Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
  • Answer the call if a contact tracer from the CA COVID Team or your local health department tries to connect. Contact tracers will connect you to free, confidential testing and other resources, if needed.
  • Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re Sick

Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath), call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken. More than 100 community testing sites also offer free, confidential testing: Find a COVID-19 Testing Site.

For more information about what Californians can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California.

California continues to issue guidance on preparing and protecting California from COVID-19. Consolidated guidance is available on the California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page.

This week’s Cochino List includes Mariscos Zamoras and I Can Barbecue Korean Grill

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The O.C. Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of June 18 to June 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Mariscos Zamoras, 3701 W. McFadden Ave., Suite H, Santa Ana, Closed: June 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 25
  • I Can Barbecue Korean Grill, 414 W. 4th St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 25
  • Taqueria Sabroso y Picoso at 711 N. Bristol St., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed June 17 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen June 18.
  • The Den Cafe, 2930 Bristol St., Suite B-102, Costa Mesa, Closed: June 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Kensho, 9550 Bolsa Ave., Suite 125 , Westminster, Closed: June 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 25
  • Little Caesars, 13047 Chapman Ave., Orange, Closed: June 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 24
  • Walmart Neighborhood Market, 121 N Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Permit downgraded to prepackaged food only: June 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
  • Newport Donuts, 2228 Newport Blvd., Suite E, Costa Mesa, Closed: June 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 19

Santa Ana’s 92704 zip code leads with 563 COVID-19 cases as of June 26

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The O.C. Health Care Agency has finally made COVID-19 case information available by zip code. There are currently 11,960 cases and 323 deaths to date in Orange County as of June 26, with 2,515 cases in Santa Ana. A total of 479 new cases were reported today as well as 17 new deaths. There are currently 451 victims in local hospitals and 166 of them are in Intensive Care Units.

Here is how the COVID-19 case count breaks down by Santa Ana’s zip codes (note – SNF means Skilled Nursing Facility):

  • 92704 (population: 90,205) – 563 cases/0 SNF Cases – 11 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92701 (population: 55,534) – 496 cases/104 SNF Cases – 34 Deaths/25 SNF Deaths
  • 92703 (population: 59,190) – 466 cases/0 SNF cases – 8 Deaths/0 SNF Deaths
  • 92707 (population: 62,894) – 438 cases/59 SNF cases – 11 Deaths/5 SNF Deaths
  • 92706 (population: 37,406) – 300 cases/75 SNF cases – 15 Deaths/12 SNF Deaths
  • 92705 (population: 46,883) – 154 cases/33 SNF Cases – 1 Death/0 SNF Deaths

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

  • Anaheim reports 2,289 cases and 82 deaths
  • Garden Grove reports 691 cases and 9 deaths
  • Huntington Beach reports 537 cases and 37 deaths
  • Orange reports 529 cases and 13 deaths
  • Fullerton reports 457 cases and 14 deaths
  • Buena Park reports 377 cases and 4 deaths
  • Irvine reports 323 cases and 5 deaths
  • Costa Mesa reports 272 cases and 2 deaths
  • Westminster reports 245 cases and 9 deaths
  • Newport Beach reports 238 cases and 2 deaths
  • Tustin reports 225 cases and 5 deaths
  • Fountain Valley reports 104 cases and 6 deaths

The California Department of Public Health reported that the state has 200,461 confirmed cases to date. There have been 5,812 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic. 

The CDC reports these national cases:

  • TOTAL CASES: 2,414,870
  • 40,588 New Cases
  • TOTAL DEATHS: 124,325
  • 2,516 New Deaths

Your Actions Save Lives

Every person has a role to play. Protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:  

  • Staying home except for essential needs/activities following local and state public health guidelines when patronizing approved businesses. To the extent that such sectors are re-opened, Californians may leave their homes to work at, patronize, or otherwise engage with those businesses, establishments or activities.
  • Practicing social distancing.
  • Wearing a cloth face mask when out in public.
  • Washing hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds.
  • Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Covering a cough or sneeze with your sleeve, or disposable tissue. Wash your hands afterward.
  • Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
  • Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
  • Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re Sick

Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath), call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken. More than 100 community testing sites also offer free, confidential testing: Find a COVID-19 Testing Site.

For more information about what Californians can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California.

California continues to issue guidance on preparing and protecting California from COVID-19. Consolidated guidance is available on the California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page.

Santa Ana now has 2,415 COVID-19 cases as of June 25

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The OC Health Care Agency reported a total of 11,511 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Orange County and 2,415 cases in Santa Ana, on June 25. The Santa Ana case numbers don’t include infected inmates in County jails.

There were 306 new cases reported on June 25, in Orange County. Seven new deaths were reported today. To date 306 victims have died in Orange County. There are currently 349 victims in local hospitals and 147 of them are in Intensive Care Units. To date an estimated 5,326 victims have recovered.

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

  • Anaheim reports 2,227 cases
  • Garden Grove reports 660 cases
  • Huntington Beach reports 522 cases
  • Orange reports 500 cases
  • Fullerton reports 457 cases
  • Buena Park reports 367 cases
  • Irvine reports 311 cases
  • Westminster reports 239 cases
  • Newport Beach reports 229 cases
  • Tustin reports 199 cases
  • Costa Mesa reports 258 cases
  • Fountain Valley reports 98 cases

The California Department of Public Health reported that the state has 195,571 confirmed cases to date. There have been 5,733 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic. 

The CDC reports these national cases:

  • TOTAL CASES: 2,374,282
  • 37,667 New Cases
  • TOTAL DEATHS: 121,809
  • 692 New Deaths

Your Actions Save Lives

Every person has a role to play. Protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:  

  • Staying home except for essential needs/activities following local and state public health guidelines when patronizing approved businesses. To the extent that such sectors are re-opened, Californians may leave their homes to work at, patronize, or otherwise engage with those businesses, establishments or activities.
  • Practicing social distancing.
  • Wearing a cloth face mask when out in public.
  • Washing hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds.
  • Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Covering a cough or sneeze with your sleeve, or disposable tissue. Wash your hands afterward.
  • Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
  • Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
  • Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re Sick

Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath), call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken. More than 100 community testing sites also offer free, confidential testing: Find a COVID-19 Testing Site.

For more information about what Californians can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California.

California continues to issue guidance on preparing and protecting California from COVID-19. Consolidated guidance is available on the California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page.

There are now 2,260 COVID-19 cases in Santa Ana as of June 23

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The OC Health Care Agency reported a total of 10,737 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Orange County and 2,260 cases in Santa Ana, on June 23. The Santa Ana case numbers don’t include infected inmates in County jails.

There were 273 new cases reported on June 23, in Orange County. Four new deaths were reported today. To date 273 victims have died in Orange County. There are currently 349 victims in local hospitals and 137 of them are in Intensive Care Units. To date an estimated 4,953 victims have recovered.

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

  • Anaheim reports 2,060 cases
  • Garden Grove reports 619 cases
  • Huntington Beach reports 495 cases
  • Orange reports 471 cases
  • Fullerton reports 416 cases
  • Buena Park reports 334 cases
  • Irvine reports 283 cases
  • Newport Beach reports 204 cases
  • Westminster reports 227 cases
  • Tustin reports 199 cases
  • Costa Mesa reports 231 cases
  • Fountain Valley reports 91 cases

The California Department of Public Health reported California has 183,073 confirmed cases to date.  There have been 5,580 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic. 

The CDC reports these national cases:

  • TOTAL CASES: 2,302,288
  • 26,643 New Cases
  • TOTAL DEATHS: 120,333
  • 410 New Deaths

Your Actions Save Lives

Every person has a role to play. Protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:  

  • Staying home except for essential needs/activities following local and state public health guidelines when patronizing approved businesses. To the extent that such sectors are re-opened, Californians may leave their homes to work at, patronize, or otherwise engage with those businesses, establishments or activities.
  • Practicing social distancing.
  • Wearing a cloth face mask when out in public.
  • Washing hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds.
  • Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Covering a cough or sneeze with your sleeve, or disposable tissue. Wash your hands afterward.
  • Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
  • Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
  • Following guidance from public health officials.

What to Do if You Think You’re Sick

Call ahead: If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough or shortness of breath), call your health care provider before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken. More than 100 community testing sites also offer free, confidential testing: Find a COVID-19 Testing Site.

For more information about what Californians can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California.

California continues to issue guidance on preparing and protecting California from COVID-19. Consolidated guidance is available on the California Department of Public Health’s Guidance web page.

There are now 2,189 COVID-19 cases in Santa Ana as of June 21

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The OC Health Care Agency reported a total of 10,442 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Orange County and 2,189 cases in Santa Ana, on June 21. The Santa Ana case numbers don’t include infected inmates in County jails.

There were 434 new cases reported on June 21, in Orange County. Two new deaths were reported today. To date 269 victims have died in Orange County. There are currently 332 victims in local hospitals and 133 of them are in Intensive Care Units. To date an estimated 4,953 victims have recovered.

Here is how other major cities in Orange County are faring:

  • Anaheim reports 2,007 cases
  • Garden Grove reports 597 cases
  • Huntington Beach reports 486 cases
  • Orange reports 456 cases
  • Fullerton reports 405 cases
  • Buena Park reports 321 cases
  • Irvine reports 280 cases
  • Newport Beach reports 198 cases
  • Westminster reports 219 cases
  • Tustin reports 194 cases
  • Costa Mesa reports 222 cases
  • Fountain Valley reports 91 cases

The California Department of Public Health reported California has 173,824 confirmed cases to date. To date here have been 5,495 COVID-19 deaths since the start of the pandemic.

The CDC reports these national cases:

  • TOTAL CASES: 2,248,029
  • 32,411 New Cases
  • TOTAL DEATHS: 119,615
  • 560 New Deaths