January 21, 2022 – PLEASE NOTE: These are cases reported to Public Health between Tuesday, January 18th at 4:00 P.M. - Friday, January 21st at 4:00 P.M.
1/21/2022 COVID-19 Update:
We are sad to report the death of one of our active cases. It is currently under investigation for cause of death. Our hearts go out to their friends, family, and loved ones.
New cases: 110
Mariposa County currently has 2,345 total cases, 48 of those are currently active with 13 hospitalized.
Mariposa County has reported 374 cases in fully vaccinated individuals since April 2021. This is out of a total of 1,912 cases reported since that time.
If you have questions about the case report, please call our COVID-19 Information Team at 209-259-1332 or email us at mariposacovid19@gmail.com.
To view the full case list and more demographic information, please visit www.mariposacounty.org/2422/COVID-19-Case-Information
To register and schedule your COVID-19 vaccine appointment, please visit myturn.ca.gov or call 1-833-422-4255.
To view more COVID-19 statistics for Mariposa County please visit the dashboard https://bit.ly/3grisNp or visit https://bit.ly/31pQQnv to visit the mobile dashboard.
Avoid large gatherings, wear a face covering, and practice good hand hygiene and maintain social distance.
We can all do this by avoiding large gatherings, wearing a cloth face covering, and practicing good hand hygiene.
Avoid those who are sick, continue to socially distance, and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
In addition, recognize symptoms early, stay home if you are sick, and cover your coughs and sneezes.
Information links for cases in January:
Mariposa County Public Health Reports 107 New Positive COVID Cases for January 7, 2022
Mariposa County Public Health Reports 58 New Positive COVID Cases for January 4, 2022
Older Information for 2021:
Mariposa County Public Health Reports Twenty-Seven New Positive COVID Cases in Two Days for a Total of 1,736 Confirmed Cases
Older Information for 2020:
Mariposa County Public Health Reports Eighteen New Positive COVID Cases for a Total of 252 Confirmed Cases
SYMPTOMS AND TESTING:
Who should Test: Fever, cough, shortness of breath.
Emergency warning signs include: Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, confusion or inability to arouse, bluish lips or face. If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately. * This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning. Please call ahead so that appropriate precautions can be taken.
Older patients and individuals who have severe underlying medical conditions or those with immunocompromised: contact your healthcare provider early, even if your illness is mild
COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS:
• 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.
BUSINESS RESOURCES: • Please visit http://www.mariposacounty.org/2373/COVID-19-Business-Resources to see what type of services are available for our businesses owner.
• For information regarding the Health Officers order from 3/25/2020 regarding employee screening please visit http://www.mariposacounty.org/2396/COVID-19-Orders-Shelter-inPlace-etc
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION REGARDING COVID-19: • Please visit http://www.mariposacounty.org/2374/Guidance---FAQs
ASSISTANCE WITH FOOD, GROCERIES OR UNEMPLOYMENT: • Please visit http://www.mariposacounty.org/2389/Community-Resources
Source: Mariposa County Public Health
