Emergency Preparedness and Response:
April 28, 2021 |
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CDC Updates Guidance for Vaccinated People
The CDC has updated its guidance for fully vaccinated people. Some of the changes include:
- Fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear a mask outdoors, except in certain crowded settings and venues.
- Fully vaccinated workers do not need to stay home from work after exposure, as long as they don't have any symptoms.
- Fully vaccinated people living in a non-healthcare congregate setting no longer need to quarantine after an exposure.
- Fully vaccinated people, who have not been exposed to COVID-19 and do not have any symptoms, may be exempted from routine screening testing.
The CDC adds that immunocompromised individuals should check with their doctor about these recommendations.
For more information, you can read the full CDC document here.
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Safer Ways to Celebrate Holidays & Events
Attending gatherings to celebrate events and holidays increases your risk of getting and spreading COVID-19. The safest way to celebrate this year is virtually, with people who live with you, or outside and at least 6 feet apart from others. For information on what fully vaccinated people can do, see the When You’ve Been Fully Vaccinated page.
- Decorate your home with holiday themed items and banners.
- Host a video chat party with family and friends to share in the celebration.
- Plan a special meal inspired by the holiday or event.
- Have an outdoor celebration with everyone at least 6 feet apart and wearing masks.
- Watch virtual events and celebrations.
If you plan to celebrate with others, outdoors is safer than indoors.
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Orange County Health Department Offers
Self-Scheduling of COVID Vaccine Appointments
If you would like a COVID vaccine you can now easily schedule your own appointment at a time and date that work for you!
- Visit https://myspot.nc.gov.
- Search for zip code 27278
- Choose a time and date that work for your schedule!
- You can also call (919) 913-8088 for assistance in obtaining an appointment. The phone line is operated daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Spanish and other languages available.
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Walk-In COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics are OpenGetting a free COVID-19 vaccine is simple and convenient! We have walk-in clinics every week: - Monday 2 pm - 7pm
- Wednesday 8 am - 1 pm
- Thursday 2 pm - 7 pm *On April 29th there will be no walk-in clinic. The following Thursday will resume the normal weekly schedule.
- Friday 8 am - 1 pm
LOCATION: Whitted Human Services Center at 300 West Tryon St., Hillsborough, NC 27278
Free and no ID or insurance required.
If you would like to schedule an appointment at a time and date that is convenient for you, call 919-913-8088 or visit https://www.myspot.nc.gov/. Search for zip code 27278. |
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CDC Launches New Racism and Public Health Website
On April 8, Rochelle P. Walensky MD, MPH, director of the CDC, declared racism a serious public health threat. She highlighted several new efforts the CDC is leading to accelerate its work to address racism as a fundamental driver of racial and ethnic health inequities in the United States. The CDC recognizes that systemic racism has led to stark health disparities in communities of color and has taken a disproportionate economic, social, and environmental toll on fellow Americans who have been impacted by it. In so doing, it affects our entire nation. The CDC also unveiled a new website “Racism and Health” that now serves as a hub for the agency’s efforts and a catalyst for greater education and dialogue around these critical issues. Dr Walenskey said, “Together, we can accelerate the opportunity for everyone in our nation to be healthy and thrive – regardless of skin color.”
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What If I Got Or Want the J&J/Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine?There is a plausible causal relationship between J&J/Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine and a rare and serious adverse event—blood clots with low platelets (thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome, or TTS). However, after reviewing all available safety data, CDC and FDA recommend use of this vaccine resume in the United States given that the known and potential benefits outweigh the known and potential risks.This adverse event is rare, occurring at a rate of about 7 per 1 million vaccinated women between 18 and 49 years old. For women 50 years and older and men of all ages, this adverse event is even more rare.For three weeks after receiving the vaccine, you should be on the lookout for possible symptoms of a blood clot with low platelets. These include:- Severe or persistent headaches or blurred vision
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Leg swelling
- Persistent abdominal pain
- Easy bruising or tiny blood spots under the skin beyond the injection site
Seek medical care right away if you develop one or more of these symptoms.
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North Carolina COVID-19 Cases
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) reports 965,536 COVID-19 cases, 12,619 deaths, and 1,117 hospitalizations.
38.5% of North Carolina's population are at least partially vaccinated, and 30.8% are fully vaccinated.
There are currently 8,451 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 101 deaths in Orange County. 46.8% of Orange County residents are at least partially vaccinated, and 40.0% are fully vaccinated.
For more information regarding live updates (NCDHHS updates the site every day around noon), please visit the NCDHHS website.
Orange County Health Department also has a COVID-19 dashboard webpage, with information on COVID-19 data in the county.
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