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Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

COVID spread in Solano County: 100 new cases and 6 new deaths – STAY SAFE!

By Roger Straw, Monday, April 5, 2021

100 new COVID-19 cases over the weekend and 6 new deaths!  Ages 18-49 most likely to catch the virus.

Solano County reported 100 new COVID cases over the weekend, adding to 61 last Friday and 51 on Thursday.  Solano reported a total of 292 new cases last week, averaging 42 per day, edging us back toward the State’s purple tier.  The County also reported 6 new COVID-related deaths over the weekend!

Case rates by age group

Note that those of us age 18-49 are most likely to catch the virus.  The chart shows the rate of cases in Solano County (per 100,000 population, as of today).

>> The virus is still on the move here.  Stay safe, get vaccinated, wear a mask and social distance!

FOR THE RECORD: Screenshots from Solano County COVID Dashboard on Monday, April 5:COMPARE: Screenshots from Solano County COVID Dashboard on Friday, April 2:

The screenshots above are from today’s and last Friday’s Solano County COVID-19 Dashboard.  The Dashboard is full of much more information and updated weekdays around 4pm.  On the County’s dashboard, you can hover a mouse or click on an item for more information.  Note the tabs at top for Summary, Demographics and Vaccines.  Click here to go to today’s Solano County Dashboard.
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Benicia, Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA, Vaccine

CORRECTION: Benicia Vaccine Clinic Thursday April 8 ok for ages 50 and over

By Roger Straw, April 5, 2021

Good news for those age 50+

The City of Benicia sent out an email announcement this morning stating that the Thursday’s vaccine clinic is for those age 50+.  A previous announcement indicated the vaccine would initially be for those 60+, and if there are still reservation openings, the clinic would open further to those 50 and over.

Here’s  the email announcement.

Benicia COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

The City of Benicia is pleased to have the opportunity to host a Johnson & Johnson one-dose COVID-19 vaccine clinic for the more vulnerable members of our community (those age 50+).

WHO: Age 50+
WHAT: Johnson & Johnson vaccine – You will be fully vaccinated with a single dose.
WHERE: Benicia Senior Center – 187 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510
WHEN: Thursday, April 8th
HOW: Registration is required. Register at https://tinyurl.com/aprilbeniciavaccine
BRING: Completed assessment form, photo ID, email confirmation
Print and complete the attached assessment form. Bring the completed form with you to your appointment. Also be prepared to present the email confirmation of your vaccine appointment from Sign Up Genius – either printed or displayed on your cell phone.

Please plan to arrive at the Benicia Senior Center no more than 15 minutes early. Bring a valid photo ID, your completed assessment form, and your email confirmation from Sign Up Genius that you received after your registration. Due to limited space, only the person being vaccinated and (if needed) 1 support person will be allowed at the vaccine clinic.

Parking is limited. Please consider carpooling. There is also a drop off site in front of the Benicia Public Library. If you must drive yourself, parking is available at the Benicia Public Library parking lot at 150 East L Street, the City Hall parking lot at 245 East K Street, and the Community Center parking lot at 370 East L Street.

The appointment will take approximately 30-40 minutes. Face masks are required. Vaccine will be given in the upper arm; please wear a loose fitting shirt.

Need help scheduling or have questions? Call 707.746.4710 Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Benicia, Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA, Vaccine

Benicia hosts one-dose Vaccine Clinic this Thurs at Senior Center, age 60+ (and maybe 50+)

CORRECTION: The City later announced that the clinic is open to anyone age 50+.

Message from the City Manager

From City of Benicia This Week Newsletter
Monday, April 5, 2021

Hello Everyone,

I’m very excited this week that we were able to partner with Solano County Public Health to host another vaccine clinic this week. We were able to get 400 doses of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine. We will be focusing on seniors 60 and over in Solano County in hopes of getting vaccine to those most vulnerable who have not yet been able to be vaccinated. If there are still reservation openings, we will open it further to 50 and over. Please see the link in the article below to sign up for a reservation…we will only be accepting those who have signed up online. With our numbers in Solano County trending dangerously up, it is critical we get as many people vaccinated as quickly as we can….

Erik Upson
City Manager
CityofBeniciaThisWeek@ci.benicia.ca.us

Benicia COVID Vaccine Clinic Thursday

The City of Benicia is pleased to have the opportunity to host a Johnson & Johnson one-dose COVID-19 vaccine clinic for the more vulnerable members of our community, those aged 60 and above. The clinic will be on Thursday, April 8, 9 a.m. – noon at Benicia Senior Center.  Registration is required.
Sign up at www.tinyurl.com/AprilBeniciaVaccine.

More… COVID Assistance
Find resources and information for seniors, local food access, basic needs and rental assistance, mental health, stress and coping, and more courtesy of Solano County Public Health. Benicia residents in need of help during these difficult times may find assistance through these local resources:

·     Benicia Community Action Council, 707.745.0900

·     Benicia Family Resource Center, 707.746.4352

·     Carquinez Village for Seniors, 707.297.2472

·     Faith Food Fridays, 707.557.7933

·     Families in Transition of Benicia, 707.645.3000

·     Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, 707.421.9777

·     Food is Free Solano, 415.948.3131

·     Hamann Foundation for Cancer Patients, 707.246.6567

·     Kyle Hyland Foundation for Teen Support, 707.301.8312

·     Meals on Wheels Solano County, 707.425.0638

·     St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Community Meals, 707.745.0307

·     Society of St. Vincent de Paul-St. Dominic’s Conference, 707.746.1773
Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

Solano County cautions about COVID from religious observances and spring break

Press Release, Solano County Public Health, April 1, 2021

Solano Public Health urges public to remain vigilant, practice COVID-19 safety measures during religious observances and spring holidays amidst uptick in cases

April 1, 2021

SOLANO COUNTY – The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health division, urges the public to practice COVID-19 safety measures to protect oneself, family, friends and others who are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19 while participating in religious observances and spring break holidays.

“The rising number of COVID-19 cases is concerning especially as we approach the holidays where the risk of spread can increase,” said Bela T. Matyas, M.D., M.P.H., Solano County Health Officer. “Being in the Red Tier does not mean we can let our guard down. Until a majority of our residents are vaccinated, we continue to urge everyone to take these precautions seriously – wear a mask in public, maintain physical distance as much as possible, avoid crowds and wash hands often – to protect our community members, prevent a surge of cases, and keep our County from reverting back to the Purple Tier.”

As religious observances such as Holy Week, Easter, Passover, Orthodox Easter, Ramadan and other spring holidays near, faith-based leaders, local organizations and the public are urged to plan and adhere to safety protocols, including keeping wearing a mask and maintaining 6-foot physical distancing between households. There are also many ways that religious practices can still be observed, including watching events online through social media platforms and celebrating safely at home.

UPCOMING VACCINE CLINICS
To date, about 35 percent of Solano County residents 18 and over have received at least one shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. Solano Public Health reminds residents who have not yet been vaccinated to sign up on the Solano County vaccine interest form by visiting www.solanocounty.com/covidvaccine, as well as the State’s MyTurn notification system at www.myturn.ca.gov, to receive notices about upcoming vaccine clinics. Notices are sent out to those who are eligible for the vaccine in Solano County.

COVID-19 INFORMATION
For the most recent local COVID-19 health information, visit the Solano County website at www.SolanoCounty.com/COVID19 and on Facebook at Facebook.com/SolanoCountyPH (@SolanoCountyPH).