April 13, 2022 – SACRAMENTO – Today, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released the most recent statistics on COVID-19 and updates on the state's pandemic response. The most up to date data is available on the state's COVID-19 data dashboard. 

Statement from California Department of Public Health Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Tomás J. Aragón

"In California we are utilizing the SMARTER Plan to guide our response to the pandemic, and we are closely monitoring the spread of COVID-19 in our state, where B.A2 is now the dominant variant. While COVID-19 hospitalization rates are near an all-time low, we are seeing an increase in COVID-19 transmission in some parts of the state. This underscores the need for Californians to remain vigilant and protect themselves and their communities by getting vaccinated and boosted. Vaccines continue to offer strong protection against COVID-19, including this variant. This is why the FDA has authorized a second booster dose for those in our most vulnerable categories, including people aged 50 and older. Getting this additional booster is the best way to maintain your protection against COVID-19 and its variants."

Please visit myturn.ca.gov or call (833) 422-4255 to make your vaccine or booster appointment today.

Source: CDPH