By edhat staff
Public health officials in Santa Barbara County state that if the recent decline in COVID-19 numbers continues, the country could reach the orange level within ten days.
To be eligible for the orange level, the province must have less than 28 new cases per day on average. The recent average of seven days of the new delivery is 25.
“This is really good news,” said Dr. Van Do-Reynoso, director of public health, said although an increase is expected due to Easter and spring holidays.
If the downward trend continues, public health official Dr Henning Ansorg expects the country to be eligible for the orange level within ten days, making it possible to increase capacity at restaurants and live entertainment venues.
Vaccine administration is increasing
Santa Barbara County has administered 222,910 doses of vaccine and approximately 83.9% has been administered, while the remainder is dedicated to upcoming appointments.
About 45% of the country’s population over the age of 16 has received at least one dose of the vaccine, with another 15% having regular appointments.
Dr. Care emphasized that it is important for herd immunity that the province needs 85% of the population to be immune to the virus by vaccination or recovery from infection. He estimates that the province could reach 60% by the end of April, but encourages residents to encourage friends and neighbors who have not yet been vaccinated.
Vaccinations and opportunities for vaccines
The COVID-19 clinic of the Public Health Department, which starts in Santa Barbara on Monday, is currently full with 9,930 appointments. However, appointments are still available through pharmacies, hospitals and primary care physicians.
From April 15, a mobile clinic will bring vaccines to vulnerable communities. There are teams in Santa Barbara, Santa Maria and Lompoc that have worked with churches, housing developments, agricultural sectors and more to help people get vaccinated.
The Department of Public Health is also embarking on a phase implementation of the My Turn scheduling platform offered by the State of California. The My Turn tool is part of an effort by state health leaders to organize the broad-based vaccination drive in California, consisting of public and private health systems, pharmacies, hospitals, community clinics, pop-up sites and mobile sites.
The Department of Public Health will host a Johnson and Johnson Vaccine Clinic at Allan Hancock College on Friday, April 16, 2021. Appointments will be released on Monday, April 12, 2021 at https://myturn.ca.gov/.
First dose clinics moving forward are released via the My Turn portal. People who need a second dose will receive an email one week before they need to receive a second dose. They can also call 2-1-1 and choose option 4 one week before their second dose if they need help. Those who need a second dose do not need to sign up for My Turn.
“Vaccination is one of the most important tools we have to end the COVID-19 pandemic. The state said if we continue the positive trajectory we are currently working on, with declining cases and hospitalizations, we can fully reopen schools, businesses and resume our most popular activities soon. “Everyone aged 16 and older is eligible to receive the vaccinations that are proven to be very effective and safe,” said Dr. Care said. ‘Keep wearing a mask, stay at least six feet away from others. If you are positive, you should set it aside immediately. We’m almost there. ”
The Santa Barbara County Call Center remains open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 2-1-1 and press option 4 for vaccination assistance. Visit https://publichealthsbc.org/vaccine/ for more information on COVID-19 vaccination, how to schedule vaccine appointments and for information and updates on the vaccine.