COVID-19 Updates

I invite you to join me, Oakland City Councilmember Nikki Fortunato Bas, and Asian Health Services on Friday, November 4th to celebrate the renaming of Madison Park in Oakland’s Chinatown to Wilma Chan Park! Join us for a celebration of Supervisor Chan’s legacy and...

The Alameda County District Attorney recently shared a scam alert encouraging residents to be aware of fraudulent COVID-19 pop-up testing sites. If you aren't sure of a testing site’s legitimacy, remember that LESS is more and get tested at a county/city-affiliated...

Yesterday, a new indoor masking order easing some requirements in indoor settings where everyone is fully vaccinated. Eligible settings must be controlled spaced not open to the general public, including offices, gyms, religious gatherings, and other organized...

Many commonly celebrated Halloween and Día de los Muertos activities carry risk for spreading COVID-19. ACHPD encourages community members to limit celebrations to small, outdoor gatherings and implement extra safety measures – especially when everyone is not...

The 2021-22 flu vaccines are widely available in the community and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend receiving your flu vaccine by the end of October. Check with your healthcare provider or local pharmacy to see which vaccines they have...

Flu season is upon us and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) reminds all Alameda County residents aged 6 months and older to get their annual flu vaccine.  Last year, thanks to our community’s commitment to receiving their influenza vaccines and...

On Friday, October 1, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California will begin mandating vaccines to receive in-person instruction in both public and private K-12 schools following FDA full approval of the vaccine in their grade span.  The COVID-19 vaccine...

Vaccination continues to be our best tool to prevent infection and severe illness, hospitalization, and death due to COVID-19. While case rates in Alameda County are going down, community transmission remains high and case rates are three times higher among...

The CDC recently published a study demonstrating the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines in protecting people from contracting COVID-19, including the now dominant and more contagious Delta variant. The study also demonstrates that, for the few vaccinated people...

Next Tuesday, September 14, 2021 is the California Gubernatorial Recall Election. In compliance with COVID-19 guidelines, the Alameda County Registrar of Voters has mailed all voters a mail-in ballot and will be operating 100 Accessible Voting Locations (AVL)...

I am excited to share that ALL IN Alameda County’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Steven Chen, will be participating in the U.S. House of Representatives' Rules Committee for a Roundtable Examining Food as Medicine TOMORROW, Wednesday, September 1st at 11 am PDT!  Ending...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) supports the CDC’s recommendation for an additional dose of the COVID-19 for people with moderately to severely compromised immune systems. ACPHD recommends residents with compromised immune systems speak with their...

As Alameda County children and youth begin returning to in-person instruction this month, the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) reminds residents to get vaccinated to help protect them from COVID-19. The Delta variant is spreading rapidly among...

Due to the increased spread of the highly contagious Delta variant, the Alameda County Public Health Officer has issued a new order requiring everyone, regardless of vaccination status, to use face coverings in indoor public settings. For more details see the Order...

Over 1 million Alameda County residents are fully vaccinated! While this is an exciting milestone, COVID-19 is still spreading in our communities and many Alameda County residents remain unvaccinated. The vaccines are safe and provide the best protection...

Due to the continued increase COVID-19 cases and increased prevalence of the highly transmissible Delta variant in our community, the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) strongly recommends everyone – whether vaccinated or unvaccinated – wears masks in...

COVID is still spreading in our community and Alameda County has experienced a slight increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations following the June 15, 2021 re-opening. Getting vaccinated and wearing face coverings are the best ways to protect yourself and your...

Over 2 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered in Alameda County! The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at protecting you against the COVID-19 virus (and known variants). The longer you are unvaccinated, the greater your risk of contracting...

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has launched a Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Record portal, which Californians can use to get a digital copy of their vaccine records. This online portal is optional and not a vaccine passport. The online record will have...

It’s June 15th! After 15 difficult and trying months, the State’s economy reopens today. Fully vaccinated Californians no longer need to wear masks in most cases, except in certain indoor situations such as hospitals and child care settings. Unvaccinated Californians...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) has launched Beyond the Blueprint, a new webpage dedicated to providing the community with information and updates on local ordinance changes in Alameda County as the State of California lifts restrictions for most...

More than 3 out of 4 eligible Alameda County residents have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, making our county one of the most vaccinated nationwide among counties with 250k+ people (as reported by the San Francisco Chronicle).  The COVID-19...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) reminds residents that we still have a ways to go until reaching “community immunity” and stopping the spread of COVID-19 in Alameda County. The longer you wait to get vaccinated, the greater the risk of contracting...

On May 12, 2021, the CDC authorized the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12 and older. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine will be available through county and state partners, health care providers, pediatricians, and pop-up clinics at schools and other youth and...

Alameda County remains in the Orange Tier. While the local COVID-19 case rate remains low, we must continue to wear a mask in public, practice social distancing, and wash our hands, especially if we do not know if others around us are fully vaccinated.  Don't know if...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) has aligned with the CDC’s guidance for fully vaccinated people. While this new guidance allows fully vaccinated people to participate in some unmasked activities, the COVID-19 is far from over and it is crucial to...

The CDC and FDA have determined that it is safe to resume administering the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine. Alameda County plans to resume the use of our modest, existing supply of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine as quickly as possible. Read the...

Last week, Alameda County reached a new milestone: 1 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered to county residents and over one-third of adults are fully vaccinated! Help us reach another million doses by spreading the word to your friends, family members,...

Per state and federal recommendations, Alameda County will suspend administration of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine until state and federal authorities determine it is safe to begin administering the vaccine again. Read more here. Read the full newsletter.

The County of Alameda is committed to keeping the public informed as we work together to stop the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). In this bulletin, you can find information on upcoming COVID-19 vaccination clinics and find resources for community...

Yesterday, the Alameda County Health Care Services Agency announced that Alameda County had been moved to the Orange Tier. Businesses and activities permitted to open with capacity restrictions and modifications include outdoor bars, indoor gyms and fitness centers,...

As we continue to mourn the horrific murders of Delaina Ashley Yaun, Xiaojie Tan, Daoyou Feng, Paul Andre Michels, Elcias R. Hernandez-Ortiz, and Hyun Jung Grant following last week's tragic shooting spree in Atlanta, Georgia, I stand with my fellow Asian American...

As we mark the one year anniversary of the COVID-19 Shelter in Place emergency ordinance this week, I would like to take this time to extend my gratitude to the Alameda County community for all the ways in which we have stepped up to support our neighbors during these...

Over the weekend, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an emergency authorization for the Johnson & Johnson single-dose COVID-19 vaccine. The Alameda County Health Care Services Agency (HCSA) encourages Alameda County residents to get vaccinated with...

I was proud to to introduce a resolution reaffirming Alameda County's commitment to providing a welcoming home for our racially and ethnically diverse community and condemning acts of hate and discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, or...

The COVID-19 mega-vaccination site at the Oakland Coliseum is now open for eligible residents. Eligible residents will need to make an appointment at the Coliseum site through the California Department of Public Health (CDPH)'s MyTurn website. California residents who...

With the arrival and continued roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccines, many of us have breathed a collective sigh of relief that the end of this global public health crisis may be in sight. It is crucial now more than ever to take the necessary steps to lower your chances...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) vaccine notification form for Alameda County residents is now available in Spanish and Chinese (Simplified). Alameda County is currently vaccinating Phase 1a (health care workers as well as Long-Term Care Facilities...

On Monday, Alameda County was able to move to the Purple Tier of the State's Blueprint for a Safer Economy due to promising ICU bed capacity projections. I would like to extend my gratitude to Alameda County residents for continuing to take the necessary precautions...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) has added weekly summary updates on vaccinations in Alameda County. As of January 14, 2021, ACPHD has administered over 11,000 vaccine doses, and is currently vaccinating Phase 1a (health care workers - all tiers)...

Earlier this week, the Bay Area Region's ICU bed capacity dropped to 0.7% and the state's Bay Area Regional Stay at Home Order has been extended until further notice. Read Original Published News

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people are hospitalized due to complications from influenza across the country. As COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to rise, it is more crucial now than ever to protect yourself from the seasonal flu and prevent our local...

As COVID-19 continues to spread rapidly throughout our community, I would like to remind Alameda County residents that it is vital our community celebrates the upcoming winter holidays safely. The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) encourages residents to...

The upcoming November 3, 2020 General Election will be an historic one as we continue to weather the COVID-19 pandemic. The right to vote is integral to our democracy - it is our duty as elected officials to protect our citizens' access to one of the most fundamental...

Yesterday, the State of California announced that Alameda County has been moved to the Orange Tier. The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) is preparing to update the local Health Officer Orders to permit additional activities during the week of October...

Last week, the Alameda County Public Health Officer updated the Shelter in Place order, allowing for additional businesses and sectors to reopen in Alameda County starting October 9, 2020. In this bulletin, you can read more about the update to the Alameda County...

The Census is an important tool in determining how much funding and political representation communities throughout the country receive. An accurate count is essential to ensure Alameda County receives our fair share of resources. There is still time to respond to the...

Earlier this week, the State of California announced Alameda County has been moved to the Red Tier in the state's color-coded Blueprint for a Safer Economy. While this move reflects a decline in daily new cases and positivity rate, Alameda County is still at a...

As the Alameda County Health Officer continues to adjust the Shelter in Place orders and move towards reopening Alameda County, individuals will begin to return to work. In an effort to protect Alameda County's workers' safety and health as they return to work, the...

In this bulletin, you can read updates from the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) and find resources for community members who have been affected by COVID-19, information on how to protect yourself from wildfire smoke, and updates on solutions to...

Today marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment which expanded voting rights to women. It took decades of activism to secure the suffrage for women. And it took decades more to ensure that all women, regardless of race, were able to...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) has launched an updated, mobile-friendly dedicated COVID-19 web site: covid-19.acgov.org. ACPHD's updated COVID-19 site has translations available in Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Filipino,...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) reminds the Alameda Community to help stop the spread of COVID-19 by responding to our contact tracers' phone calls. Contact tracing is a public health tool that has been used to contain pandemics, and integral to...

The Trump Administration continues its endless attack on our immigrant community. President Trump's latest Executive Order attempting to exclude undocumented immigrants from the 2020 Census numbers used to divide up seats in the U.S. House of Representatives is...

Last week, the State of California approved Alameda County's Variance Attestation application. With this approval, the Alameda County Public Health Officer released an updated order allowing the Oakland Zoo to reopen for outdoor activities and for outdoor dining to...

In this edition of my COVID-19 Weekly Update, you can read more about an upcoming project, ALL IN Connects, which will bridge the emergency infrastructure to support Alameda County families and individuals in need during the COVID-19 crisis. As Alameda County...

On June 29, 2020, Alameda County paused its reopening plans for the time being. Due to an increase in positive tests and hospitalizations, the timeline for future reopening phases has been extended. It is crucial for our public health and economic recovery for Alameda...

In this bulletin, you can read about contracting opportunities with the Alameda County Public Health Care Services Agency (HCSA), applying for the Pandemic EBT or Disaster Relief for Immigrants (DRAI) programs, and find additional resources for community members who...

Two free COVID-19 testing sites in District 3 are now open! The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD), City of San Leandro, and Eden Health District have partnered to open a free COVID-19 testing site at the Marina Community Center in San Leandro. La Clinica...

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) reminds residents that there are multiple ways to receive a COVID-19 test in the county, and encourages residents to visit the Testing for COVID-19 page for information on testing sites and guidance. In this...

During times of crisis, we know our older adult populations face an increased risk for abuse and neglect. The COVID-19 pandemic has made our senior neighbors even more vulnerable to physical, emotional, and financial abuse, as well as more difficult to protect our...

Small businesses are the cornerstones of our local economy and have faced many challenges in keeping their businesses throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only have our small local businesses lost income due to the temporary closures, but their fixed costs remained...

We know that race and socioeconomic status are factors that can determine one's overall health, and the inequities in our health and social safety net systems often lead to poorer health outcomes for our low-income neighbors and communities of color. Many individuals...

In this bulletin, you can read updates from the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) and find resources for children, youth, and their families who have been affected by COVID-19. Read Original Published News

The Shelter in Place order will be extended through May, although a few low-risk activities will see an easing in restrictions. Further details are forthcoming. While the Bay Area has made substantial progress in slowing the spread of COVID-19, it is imperative we...

The COVID-19 pandemic is a stressful situation for many people in our community. Stress can present itself in many different ways, including but not limited to, anxiety, fear, grief, and anger. Additionally, the physical distance and isolation from our loved ones can...

With nearly 1 in 3 foreign-born residents - or over 526,000 individuals - Alameda County is home to a diverse immigrant and refugee community. Alameda County reaffirms its commitment to serving our immigrant communities. This edition of my weekly bulletin focuses on...