SACRAMENTO July 2, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell issued the following statement today warning Californians not to gather with family, friends and loved ones this Fourth of July weekend to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our communities: “Traditionally, Fourth of July […]
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Face coverings required in public spaces
June 18, 2020 – Because of our collective actions, California has limited the spread of COVID-19 and associated hospitalizations and deaths in our state. Still, the risk for COVID-19 remains and the increasing number of Californians who are leaving their homes for work and other needs, increases the risk for COVID-19 exposure and infection. Over […]
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COVID-19: California now has 145,643 confirmed cases and 4,989 deaths
SACRAMENTO June 13, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 145,643 confirmed cases and 4,989 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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COVID-19: California now has 136,191 confirmed cases and 4,776 deaths
SACRAMENTO June 10, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 136,191 confirmed cases and 4,776 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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COVID-19: California now has 131,319 confirmed cases and 4,653 deaths
SACRAMENTO, Calif. June 8, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 131,319 confirmed cases and 4,653 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. […]
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State Releases New Guidance to Help Counties Plan for Reopening Based on Decisions by Local Public Health Officials
SACRAMENTO June 5, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California has 122,901 confirmed cases and 4,485 deaths. To date 2,238,463 tests conducted in California, with an increase of 55,792 tests over the prior 24-hour reporting period. As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, […]
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CDPH Announces Most Counties Can Reopen Barbershops and Hair Salons with Modifications
SACRAMENTO May 26, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced that counties that have attested to meeting the criteria for accelerated re-opening may re-open hair salons and barbershops with modifications such as mandatory face coverings for both barbers or stylists and clients. State public health leaders noted that Californians staying at home […]
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Counties Statewide Can Reopen Places of Worship for Religious Services and Retail Stores
SACRAMENTO May 25, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the statewide reopening of places of worship for religious services and in-store retail shopping. Modifications are required to keep Californians safe and limit the spread of COVID-19. Subject to approval by county public health departments, all retail stores can reopen for in-store […]
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COVID-19: California now has 80,430 confirmed cases and 3,302 deaths
SACRAMENTO May 18, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 80,430 confirmed cases and 3,302 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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Staying Safe and Getting Vaccinated during the Pandemic
SACRAMENTO May 18, 2020 – The statewide Stay-at-Home order has helped slow the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it has also resulted in some children missing their recommended vaccines. In California and across the U.S., recent data show troubling decreases in childhood vaccination, leaving many children unprotected. In comparison to April 2019, in April […]
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COVID-19: California now has 76,793 confirmed cases and 3,204 deaths
SACRAMENTO May 16, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 76,793 confirmed cases and 3,204 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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COVID-19: California now has 71,141 confirmed cases and 2,934 deaths
SACRAMENTO May 13, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 71,141 confirmed cases and 2,934 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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COVID-19: California now has 69,382 confirmed cases and 2,847 deaths
SACRAMENTO May 12, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 69,382 confirmed cases and 2,847 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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CDPH Announces New Sectors that can Reopen with Modifications Statewide
SACRAMENTO May 12, 2020 – California Department of Public Health Director and State Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell announced today additional sectors that can open statewide as part of Stage 2. These include office workspaces where teleworking is not possible, outdoor museums and limited personal services — such as car washes, dog-grooming and landscaping — […]
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COVID-19: California now has 66,680 confirmed cases and 2,745 deaths
SACRAMENTO May 10, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 66,680 confirmed cases and 2,745 deaths. esting in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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COVID-19: California now has 62,512 confirmed cases and 2,585 deaths
SACRAMENTO May 8, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 62,512 confirmed cases and 2,585 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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CDPH: California has 58,815 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 2,412 deaths
SACRAMENTO May 6, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 58,815 confirmed cases and 2,412 deaths. Testing in California As testing capacity continues to increase across the state, the California Department of Public Health is working to expand access to COVID-19 testing. Testing […]
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COVID-19: California has 41,137 confirmed cases and 1,651 deaths
April 25, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 41,137 confirmed cases and 1,651 deaths. esting in CaliforniaAs of April 24, more than 506,035 tests have been conducted in California and reported to the California Department of Public Health. These numbers include data […]
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April 18: California has 28,963 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 1,072 deaths
SACRAMENTO April 18, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 28,963 confirmed cases and 1,072 deaths. Racial Demographics – A More Complete PictureAs of April 17, data on race and ethnicity is complete for 67 percent of COVID-19 cases and 90 percent of […]
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April 17: California has 27,528 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 985 deaths
SACRAMENTO April 17, 2020 – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 27,528 confirmed cases and 985 deaths. Racial Demographics – A More Complete PictureAs of April 16, data on race and ethnicity is complete for 66 percent of COVID-19 cases and 90 percent of […]