1 death, 39 new cases of COVID-19 in Tuolumne and 16 new cases in Calaveras

Tuolumne Public Health denounces a death due to COVID-19, a man in his 60s. Public health officials say:As a reminder, COVID-19 symptoms can sometimes be ruled out as allergies, smoke irritation, fire cold, indigestion, and so on. immediately and avoid close contact with other people while you wait for your results. Symptoms may include fever or chills, difficulty breathing or difficulty breathing, cough, fatigue, headache, muscle or body aches, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, runny nose, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. If you have more severe symptoms, such as chest pain or pressure, breathing problems, bluish lips or face, sudden confusion, difficulty staying awake, dizziness, contact your doctor or urgent care. “

There are 46 new cases, 39 community cases and 7 cases of Sierra Conservation inmates. There are 248 active community cases, including 14 hospitalized. The total rate of current cases, a 14-day variable average in Tuolumne County, drops to 51.3 per 100,000 population, from last week’s highs of 67. Health officials detail: “Choosing to help the Department of Public Health curb the spread of COVID-19 helps protect you, your family and your community. We must all work together to curb the spread of COVID-19. We encourage everyone to be part of the solution and answer the phone; the health department may call to let you know that the test result has been positive for COVID-19 or that you have been in close contact with someone who has it. For more information on contact tracking click here, go here for information on isolation and quarantine.

New cases include 13 cases older than 17 years and 6 cases older than 60 years. The breakdown of gender and age is; 1 girl and 4 boys from 0-11 years, 5 girls and 3 boys from 12 to 17 years, 4 women and 1 man from 18 to 29 years, 3 women and 2 men from 30 to 39 years, 4 women from 40 to 49 years, 3 women and 3 men aged 50 to 59 years, 1 man aged 60 to 69 years, 1 woman and 2 men aged 70 to 79 years and 1 woman aged 80 to 89 years and 1 woman aged 90 years or more. There were 7 new cases of inmates at the Sierra Conservation Center. The California Department of Corrections reports 37 cases of active inmates, most in a state correctional facility.

Of the 39 new community cases, 36 were not vaccinated and the man who died was not vaccinated either.

Public health of the county of Calaveras reports 16 new Covid cases since 88 were reported yesterday. There are 77 active cases, including 6 Covid hospitalizations. There are 6 new cases from 0 to 17 years and 4 new cases in people aged 65 or over. Since the pandemic began, Calaveras has had 396 Covid-19-positive people under the age of 17 and 548 Covid-19-positive people 65 and older.

Public Health Butterfly reports 8 new Covid cases since yesterday. There are 65 active cases, including 11 Covid hospitalizations. Mariposa Salut Pública shares: “We are beginning to see a series of reported cases and even an * indication * of a downward trend.”

Public Health continues to strongly encourage all people eligible to be vaccinated, as the most important step in reducing the spread of disease and preventing serious illness and death, as well as reducing the impact on the health care system. In addition, continued practice of other preventative actions such as wearing a mask in public, keeping your distance, avoiding congestion, washing your hands, and staying home sick will help curb the spread of the virus.

COVID-19 tests Tuolumne Public Health states, “We apologize for the inconvenience of LHI’s unexpected closure today due to staffing issues. We are in contact with LHI and hope the site will be open again tomorrow morning.” The site is scheduled to close on Monday for Labor Day holidays.

If you believe you have been exposed to COVID, schedule an appointment to be tested 5 days after exposure. If you have any symptoms, try them immediately. The state testing site is open 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Results through the LHI state test site are being given quickly at the moment, currently between 24 and 48 hours. Due to the increased demand, appointments should be arranged instead of entered. Appointments can be scheduled at www.lhi.care/covidtesting or by calling 888-634-1123. Tests are also available through some pharmacies, at Rapid Care, or at the hospital emergency department, if you have symptoms, or contact your doctor.

Vaccines against covid-19 Vaccine appointments can be made at local pharmacies and through myturn.ca.gov or by calling 833-422-4255. Anyone 12 years of age or older meets the requirements for the COVID vaccine; Pfizer is approved for anyone over 12 years of age. Call or email any questions you have about Tuolumne. 209) 259-1332 or [email protected] there are more numbers available in ours Page COVID-19 here.