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COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus)

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Sacramento County Numbers at a Glance* - Updated 4​/3, 12​:00 p​​​​.m.​

​​​Confirmed Cases ​
​​Deaths​

​390

​10**​

​​By Age Group 
0-17:  3 
18-49: 149
50-64: 104
65+:  134
​**Individuals who died from complications of COVID-19 were either age 65+ or had underlying health conditions.

   
 ​*There will not be an announcement of individual confirmed cases or deaths​. The case counts will be updated Monday -​ Friday (please see date/time stamp above)​.​

​​​​Confirmed COVID-19 Cases / Deaths by Cities a​nd Unincorporated Sacramento County - Updated 4/3​, 12:00 p​.m.
*only includes cases where address has been confirmed
​City of Sacramento
​Elk Grove
​Citrus Heights
​Folsom
​Rancho Cordova
​Galt
​Isleton
​​Outside of Cities
216 / 7​
​43 / 3
​17 / 0
​9 / 0
​30 / 0
​4 / 0
​0 / 0
​66 / 0​


​Public Health Order
The Public Health Order continues to be in effect to slow the spread of the virus. Please take all reasonable means to stay home, and only venture out to public spaces when it is absolutely necessary – and when you must – maintain social distancing at all times. The Public Health Order is available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Russian. 

During the Public Health Order, all businesses are allowed, “Minimum Basic Operations” to maintain the value of the business’s inventory, ensure security, process payroll and employee benefits, or for related functions. However, businesses and employees should provide and comply with Social Distancing Requirements and facilitate telework where feasible. When working remotely or a physical distance of six feet can’t be done, it’s not safe for anyone – employees or clients. 

To get guidance on the Sacramento County Health Order and whether your business is exempt/non-exempt, please take the following steps:
  • Step 1: Please take review page 5 of the Public Health Order and FAQ to see businesses listed as an essential business.    
  • Step 2: If you do not have clarity after reading the FAQ, go ahead and call 916-875-2002. ​
  • Step 3: Our Health Services Team will connect back with you shortly.​
To report a violation of the Public Health Officer Order, call 311. ​

Sacramento County Emergency Renter Protection Act of 2020 
On Wednesday, March 25, 2020, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors introduced an ordinance related to temporary prohibition of evicting residential tenants due to the impacts of COVID-19, also known as the “Sacramento County Emergency Renter Protection Act of 2020." The Board continued the adoption of the ordinance to April 1, 2020. ​
 

The Board adopted th​​e ordinance on April 1. The effective date will be May 1, 2020.

County Services Hours

Medical Supplies Donation Site
Sacramento County opened a donation site for members of the public who have specific items needed by health care professionals and emergency personnel. Donations of unused and unopened medical items will be accepted at 9680 Conservation Road, from 9 a.m., to Noon.  The County drop off location will operate Monday through Friday, rain or shine for the foreseeable future. The donation site will only accept the following items: N95 mask of any type; Surgical or procedural masks; Non-latex medical gloves; Hand sanitizers; and Disinfectant sprays. No other items will be accepted at this location.

​Mobile COVID-19 Testing Site 
A Community-Based Testing Site (CBTS) for COVID-19 has been setup in Sacramento County and is being spearheaded by CDPH, verily, CalOES​ and the Governor’s Office in coordination with Sacramento County Public Health. This testing location at the outset will give immediate COVID-19 testing options to the healthcare providers and urgent care clinics in Sacramento County to refer health workers, first responders and patients with mild/moderate symptoms who are in the high-risk category for complications of COVID-19. As backlog begins to taper and capacity is established, an announcement will be made when testing is widened outside of provider referrals. People with severe symptoms, especially the elderly, should contact their health provider. Those who meet testing eligibility will be scheduled for a drive-through appointment for free COVID-19 testing and will be sent details by email or phone on how and where to get tested. The COVID-19 testing location is unable to take walk-ins and testing is by appointment only – those not registered will not be tested. Medical care is not provided on site. Sacramento County Public Health continues to work collaboratively with our healthcare providers and public health agencies to serve our communities and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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Coronavirus

Coronaviruses are a class of respiratory viruses that can cause illnesses ranging from the common cold to more severe illnesses like SARS and MERS. COVID-19 is one type of coronavirus.  

Symptoms

Symptoms range​​ from mild to severe (even death) for confirmed COVID-19 cases. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure and include:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath

Approximately 80% of confirmed cases have had mild to moderate symptoms.

Transmission

COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person:

  • Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet)
  • Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes​​
COVID-19 Safety Tips Video: 
If You are Sick
  • Everyone should stay home if they are sick until they have had no fever, cough or other respiratory symptoms​ for at least 72 hours after symptoms resolve, or seven days from when symptom begin, whichever is longer.
  • Anyone who lives with someone who tests positive for COVID-19 should stay home for 14 days.
  • Those with cold-like symptoms who can manage their symptoms at home with over-the-counter drugs should do so, regardless of whether they have a cold, the flu or COVID-19.
  • If difficulty breathing and lethargy develops, or symptoms were better then got worse, they should call their healthcare provider or urgent care center ahead so they can prepare to take care of them.
  • Health care providers will determine if testing is needed.

People at Higher Risk for COVID-19 Complications. 

Certain individuals have a higher risk for more serious illness:

  • Older adults (over 65 years old)
  • Those with chronic medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, heart disease, lung diseases such as COPD, as well as those with severely weakened immune systems. ​

Preventing the Spread of Respiratory Viruses

  • Practice every day preventive actions to help stop the spread of respiratory viruses:
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough.
  • Sneeze into a tissue then throw the tissue away in the trash. Wash your hands afterwards.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
  • Get a flu shot. While it won't protect you against COVID-19, it will help protect you against the flu, which kills up to 61,000 Americans each year.​
  • Masks are only recommended for sick persons to wear in an effort to avoid spreading germs into the air.
  • Masks are not recommended for healthy persons, as they require face touching and they will not stop the contact of germs unless fitted properly by a professional.​

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We all need to do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19. Remember, you still can go outside – just keep your distance and don’t gather with others. When you are out in public spaces, be sure to not touch your face and wash your hands or use hand sanitizer after touching shared surfaces.