COVID 19 UPDATE JUNE 2022

We are experiencing an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in the Gallery. Here is some updated information to remind us all and help keep us safe:
The Omicron variant is spreading more easily than earlier variants of the virus that cause COVID-19, including the Delta variant. CDC expects that anyone with Omicron infection, regardless of vaccination status or whether or not they have symptoms, can spread the virus to others.

SYMPTOMS:

Persons infected with the Omicron variant can present with symptoms similar to previous variants. The presence and severity of symptoms can be affected by COVID-19 vaccination status, the presence of other health conditions, age, and history of prior infection.
Symptoms can range from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:

• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea

This list does not include all possible symptoms. Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.
Prevention Steps based on our COVID-19 Community Level:
Orange County, California, community level is Medium:
• If you are at high risk for severe illness, talk to your healthcare provider about whether you need to wear a mask and take other precautions
• Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines
• Get tested if you have symptoms
Reminders: How to Protect Yourself & Others
 Get Vaccinated and stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines
 If you are in an area with a high COVID-19 Community Level wear a mask indoors in public.
 Wear a mask if you are at increased risk for severe illness
 Stay 6 feet away from others
 Avoid poorly ventilated spaces and crowds
 Test to prevent spread to others
 Wash your hands often
 Use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
 Cover coughs and sneezes
 If someone is sick or has tested positive for COVID-19, clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
 Monitor your health daily
 Be alert for symptoms
 Follow recommendations for quarantine
 Follow recommendations for isolation
 Take precautions when you travel

Test kits are available for no charge at https://www.covid.gov/tests 
More detailed information is available at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html