Congresswoman Maxine Waters, who played a critical part in quelling the emotions during the 1992 L.A. uprising, was unable to participate in the city’s 30th anniversary programs. Just prior to the festivities, Waters tested positive for COVID-19 and still remains in quarantine.
Weekly testing is being recommended for youth 12 and older depending on circumstances.
The Pfizer vaccine is now licensed and approved for prevention of COVID-19.
Earlier this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the license for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 disease for individuals 16 and older. The licensing approval was announced after another thorough evaluation of safety and effectiveness. Muntu Davis, MD, MPH, a Los Angeles County Health Officer, is grateful for the approval and hopes it will ease the minds of those concerned about taking the vaccine.
Public Health urges pregnant women to take vaccine.
Public Health is urging that vaccination is important during this time of high transmission.
The Delta variant surge is creating a proactive wave requiring proof of vaccinations or negative test results in some places.
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) is reporting that the combination of low vaccination rates and unmasked individuals is giving the Delta variant momentum. The state is now calling for workers to get vaccinated or tested weekly.
As the Delta variant continues to gain ground, masks are now required indoors regardless of vaccination status.
Kelly’s new lawyers are asking a judge to postpone his Aug. 9 sex trafficking trial in New York City, arguing they haven’t had enough time to prepare because he’s under a mandatory jail quarantine since his transfer from Chicago.
Public Health is keeping a close eye on the Delta Variant and still wants everyone to wear a mask indoors and around unvaccinated.
Vaccinated and unvaccinated are being asked to wear mask indoors and crowded at outdoor events.
Amidst a new normal, safety is still something everyone needs to keep in mind according to public health.
As California opened on June 15, inequities still persist in vaccinations amongst younger demographics of color.
On June 15, a new normal will be the case for the state of California.