FDA Approves Pfizer Vaccine, Public Health Stress Social Measures to Stay Safe
August 26, 2021
The Pfizer vaccine is now licensed and approved for prevention of COVID-19.
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FDA Approves Pfizer Vaccine, Public Health Stress Social Measures to Stay Safe
August 26, 2021
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.
COVID-19 Rate Among Pregnant Women Rises
August 19, 2021
Public Health urges pregnant women to take vaccine.
Police Release Description of Stabbing Suspect From LA Vaccine Protests
August 17, 2021
Police are seeking the public’s help in finding a man suspected of stabbing another man during dueling demonstrations in downtown Los Angeles over COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Hospitals See Numbers Double Due to Delta Surge
August 12, 2021
Public Health is urging that vaccination is important during this time of high transmission.
New Report Reveals Breakthrough Cases in Vaccinated are Extremely Rare
August 5, 2021
As of Jan. 16, the U.S. had surpassed more than 23.3 million total cases and 388,700 deaths due to the pandemic, the Kaiser Family Foundation reported.
The Vaccine, The Mask, and Our Children
August 5, 2021
First let us say the vaccine saves lives. The life of the person vaccinated and the lives of those they come in contact with.
Proof of Vaccination is Being Required at Some Workplaces and Private Businesses in Los Angeles
August 5, 2021
The Delta variant surge is creating a proactive wave requiring proof of vaccinations or negative test results in some places.
Delta Variant Continues Surge, California Mandates Vaccine for State Workers
July 29, 2021
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.
Delta Variant Infection Rates Bring Back Mask Requirements
July 22, 2021
As the Delta variant continues to gain ground, masks are now required indoors regardless of vaccination status.
In the Wake of Rising COVID-19 Cases, Mothers In Action Provides Vaccine Access on Crenshaw
July 22, 2021
The PFIZER vaccine was available for ages 12-years-old and up.
Delta Variant Transmission Rate High Before Holiday, Masks Still Heavily Encouraged
July 8, 2021
Public Health is keeping a close eye on the Delta Variant and still wants everyone to wear a mask indoors and around unvaccinated.
Bearing the Brunt
July 8, 2021
We are the least vaccinated segment of the population, with less than 40% having received at least one dose.
Public Health Urges Practicing Safety Guidelines as Delta Variant Circulates L.A. County
July 1, 2021
Vaccinated and unvaccinated are being asked to wear mask indoors and crowded at outdoor events.
Cal/OSHA Modifies Safety Regulations, Public Health Continues to Urge Everyone to Get Vaccinated
June 24, 2021
Amidst a new normal, safety is still something everyone needs to keep in mind according to public health.