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The deaths of four Humboldt County residents from COVID-19 were reported today, including two in their 60s, one in their 60s and one over the age of 80. Staff at the Department’s Operations Center share their sympathies with family, friends and caregivers of those who have passed away.
Thirty-five new cases have also been reported in the county, bringing the total number of county residents who have tested positive for the virus to 8,833. Two hospitalizations were also reported, including one in his sixties and one over the age of 80.
Since the last weekly data update on October 1, the county has registered 238 new cases. Eight deaths were reported during that same period, including five who were fully immunized. The average age of post-vaccinated deaths is 79 years, while the average age of deceased and unvaccinated people is 65.
Of the 11 hospitalizations reported in the past week, three have been fully vaccinated, seven have not been vaccinated and one is under investigation. The age ranges of reported hospitalizations are as follows:
- 1 person in their forties
- 3 people in their fifties
- 5 people in their sixties
- 1 person of 70 years old
- 1 person over 80 years old.
The seven-day average case rate in Humboldt County is currently 22, which means that per 100,000 people, about 22 people have tested positive daily in the past seven days, although this rate varies widely depending on vaccination status. The graph below illustrates the average weekly case rates among unvaccinated and fully vaccinated local residents. View a more detailed description of the case rate graph.
As the graph illustrates, the seven-day average case rate increased among residents unvaccinated for the first time in five weeks to 42 per 100,000 residents, from 35 per 100,000 residents the previous week. The seven-day average case rate for vaccinated residents fell further from its peak rate of 29 per 100,000 in early August to 8 per 100,000 residents. The rates for both groups remain higher than those for winter and spring.
While some people who are fully vaccinated will become infected with the virus, health officials widely agree that vaccination is the best way to prevent serious consequences. People who are immunocompromised may need an additional dose to generate a sufficient immune response. Authorities are urging people who are immunocompromised to ask their primary care provider if an extra dose is right for them. As always, the county’s vaccination and screening services are available free of charge.
Appointments for Public Health vaccination clinics are not mandatory but are recommended due to increased demand for reminders and additional doses. Register in advance at MyTurn.ca.gov. For instructions in English and Spanish on using My Turn, visit humboldtgov.org/VaccineInfo.
Consult the calendar below for the dates, times, locations and specific services of the clinics:
Hoopa – Saturday, October 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hoopa High School (101 Loop Road)
Pfizer / Johnson & Johnson / Moderna
PCR and rapid tests available
McKinleyville – Sunday, October 10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
McKinleyville High School (1300 Murray Road)
Pfizer / Johnson & Johnson / Moderna
PCR and rapid tests available
Willow Creek – Tuesday, October 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed noon to 1 p.m.
Public Health Office (77 Walnut Way)
Pfizer / Johnson & Johnson / Moderna
PCR and rapid tests available
Garberville – Wednesday, Oct. 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed noon to 1 p.m.
Public health (727, rue Cedar)
Pfizer / Johnson & Johnson / Moderna
PCR and rapid tests available
Arcata – Thursday, October 14, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Arcata High School (1720 M St.)
Pfizer / Johnson & Johnson / Moderna
PCR and rapid tests available
Eurêka – Friday, October 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wharfinger Building (1 Marina Way)
Pfizer / Johnson & Johnson / Moderna
PCR and rapid tests available
Check the availability of a specific vaccine at local pharmacies at vaccines.gov, or text postcode to 438829 to locate a nearby pharmacy offering vaccines.
Pfizer is licensed for persons 12 years of age and over, and Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines are licensed for persons 18 years of age and over. County residents between the ages of 16 and 17 can get vaccinated at public health clinics without the physical presence of a parent or guardian as long as they have a signed consent form. Children under 16 must always be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
Residents, especially unvaccinated people, are advised to get tested if they have symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for the virus. Free tests are available through OptumServe seven days a week at the Wharfinger Building in Eureka. Mobile test sites are scheduled throughout the county most days of the week. Check out the schedule and find out how to make an appointment at humboldtgov.org/covidtestregistration.
On Monday, October 11, the OptumServe test site at the Wharfinger Building in Eureka will be closed for Columbus Day. However, the local public health testing team will be offering PCR testing on that date at Azalea Hall in McKinleyville from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Go to home.color.com/covid/sign-up/start?partner=cdph1060 to register. The Joint Information Center will be open and available to answer non-emergency calls related to COVID-19 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit the online data dashboard at humboldtgov.org/dashboard, or go to humboldtgov.org/DashboardArchives to download data from a previous period.
For the most recent information on COVID-19, visit cdc.gov or cdph.ca.gov. Local information is available at humboldtgov.org or by contacting [email protected] or calling 707-441-5000.
Register for the COVID-19 vaccination: MyTurn.ca.gov
Check the availability of vaccines at a local pharmacy: Vaccines.gov
Local COVID-19 vaccine information: humboldtgov.org/VaccineInfo
Humboldt County COVID-19 Data Dashboard: humboldtgov.org/Dashboard
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