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Winnebago County Public Health Department
COVID-19 SITUATION UPDATE
February 17, 2022, 4:00 p.m.
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HEALTH DEPARTMENT COVID-19 HOTLINE: 920-232-3026 (M-F 8:15am-4:15pm) |
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Winnebago County COVID-19 Vaccination Data (As of 8am, 2/17/22)
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61.1%
of Winnebago County residents have completed the COVID-19 vaccine series
(104,105 of 170,411 people)
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62.3%
of Winnebago County residents have received at least one dose
(106,121 of 170,411 people)
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Total number of doses administered to Winnebago County residents: 255,873
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Wisconsin COVID-19 Vaccination Data (As of 8am, 2/17/22)
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60.1%
of Wisconsin residents have completed the COVID-19 vaccine series
(3,504,365 people)
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63.8%
of Wisconsin residents have received
at least one dose
(3,718,407 people)
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Total number of doses administered to Wisconsin residents: 9,229,292
For additional demographic information, please see the DHS website.
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Winnebago County* (As of 8am, 2/17/22)
New Confirmed Cases (7-day average): 45
New Probable Cases** (7-day average): 4
Total deaths among confirmed cases‡: 256
(+5 from 2/10/22)
Total deaths among probable cases: 40
(+ 1 from 2/10/22)
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Wisconsin (As of 8am, 2/17/22)
New Confirmed Cases (7-day average): 1,629
New Probable Cases (7-day average): 239
Percent Positive by Test (7-day average): 8.9%
Total deaths among confirmed cases: 11,654
Total deaths among probable cases: 1,337
New Deaths Reported (7-day Average): 12
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** Reasons a person could be counted as a probable case include: a positive antigen test, positive antibody test, or diagnosis due to symptoms and known exposure to COVID-19.
‡ Deaths reported in our Situation Updates and on our dashboard do not reflect the date of death. All confirmed deaths are verified through a review process that may take several weeks to validate. Please see our weekly data summaries to view deaths by week of occurrence.
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Vaccine Clinics in Winnebago County: |
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For a complete list of vaccine locations in Winnebago County, visit:
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Winnebago County Weekly Data Summaries: Updated 2/17/22
Click on the buttons below to view the full data summaries.
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COVID-19 case activity in Winnebago County and across the state has declined following the Omicron peak, but the level of spread remains very high. Precautionary measures such as wearing a mask, getting vaccinated and getting tested are still needed to prevent hospitalizations, deaths and further spread of the virus.
- Situational Awareness:
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Winnebago County is at a very high burden status and activity level. If you are at high risk of complications from COVID-19, remain cautious at this time.
- Over the past 14 days, the case rate reached 643.9 confirmed + probable cases per 100,000 people, which is a 48% decrease from the 1,248.8 confirmed + probable cases reported last week.
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There are currently 46 COVID-19 patients hospitalized in Fox Valley Area hospitals.
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31.6% of Winnebago County residents have received a COVID-19 booster dose and are considered "up to date" on their vaccination.
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If you test positive for COVID-19, you might receive a text message, recorded phone call and/or email from the Winnebago County Health Department. We are asking people that test positive for COVID-19 to reach out to all close contacts themselves. Please reference our website for guidance following a positive test result or exposure to COVID-19.
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If you or a member of your household tested positive for COVID-19, have symptoms or were exposed, please follow current isolation and quarantine guidance to help prevent spread of the virus. Also, be sure to notify your workplace, school or daycare. High risk settings may have additional guidelines.
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Unvaccinated people account for the vast majority of severe cases, hospitalizations (over 90%) and deaths from COVID-19. Vaccines are proven to reduce the risk of severe illness due to COVID-19 and protect the people around you. COVID-19 vaccines are free, do not require an ID or insurance, and are available for anyone five years and older. Visit www.wcvaccine.org for answers to your questions and to find a vaccination site near you.
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DHS recommends a Pfizer or Moderna booster dose at 5 months for everyone 12 years of age and older and also recommends an additional primary dose for certain immune compromised children 5- to 11- years-old. To learn more about eligibility for booster doses and additional doses, please visit the DHS Vaccine page.
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CDC recommends people receive an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) over Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine, when possible and appropriate.
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To keep kids safe and in school, get your child vaccinated, have your child wear a well-fitting mask, stay home when ill, and get tested if they have symptoms or were exposed to COVID-19. If your child is ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, keep all other children in your household home too.
- COVID-19 testing remains an important tool in reducing spread of the virus. Whether you are vaccinated or unvaccinated, protect others by isolating if infected and get a COVID-19 test if you have symptoms, were exposed to the virus, or feel you need a test. Even if you have no symptoms or mild ones, you can infect others.
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If you were exposed to COVID-19, wait 5 days from exposure to get tested. Get tested immediately if you have symptoms. Find additional quarantine and testing guidance on our website.
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Visit our website for a list of testing locations in Winnebago County.
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Sunnyview Expo Center PCR test results currently take 24 to 36 hours, with most results in 24 hours.
- Note: Next week (Thursday, February 24, 2022), we will not be publishing a school district or municipal data summary, and the general data summary will be a shortened version. Full data summaries will be available the following week.
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WE NEED YOUR FEEDBACK: The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of childcare as an essential service for most families. The Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation and UW Oshkosh have teamed up to better understand the gaps in childcare and provide support to increase capacity, improve affordability, and make other enhancements.
- Do you have children enrolled in a child care program?
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Has COVID-19 or any personal hardship impacted your ability to afford child care services?
- Has your business had employees leave the workforce based on the affordability of childcare?
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If you said YES to any of these questions, please complete the Childcare Needs & Gaps Survey.
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UPDATE! Immunocompromised - Booster Dose Recommendation: The CDC and DHS recommend that individuals who are immunocompromised complete their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines if they are 5 years and older, and if they are 12 years or older, get a booster. Because the immune response following COVID-19 vaccination may differ in people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised, specific guidance has been developed:
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Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine primary vaccination series: Individuals who are moderately or severely immunocompromised should receive a booster dose at least 3 months after the third dose in the primary series, for a total of four doses, preferably with an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna).
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Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 primary vaccination: Individuals who are moderately or severely immunocompromised should receive a booster dose at least 2 months after the 2nd (additional) dose, for a total of 3 doses (1 Janssen vaccine dose followed by 1 additional mRNA vaccine dose, then 1 booster dose). mRNA vaccines (Pfizer or Moderna) are preferred for the booster dose.
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Additional details on the updated recommendations can be found here. Please contact your primary care provider if you have questions regarding the updated guidance.
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Don't Delay, Test Soon and Treat Early: If you test positive for COVID-19 and have one or more health conditions that increase your risk of becoming very sick, treatment may be available. Learn more about these treatments and medications. Contact a health professional right away after a positive test to determine if you may be eligible, even if your symptoms are mild. Don't delay. Treatment must be started within the first few days to be effective. Additional details on the updated recommendations can be found here. Please contact your primary care provider if you have questions regarding treatment options.
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What Is The Status Of The COVID-19 Vaccine For Children Under 5? Children under 5 are not currently eligible for COVID-19 vaccination. Pfizer is conducting ongoing clinical trials in this age group. This evaluation is part of the thorough and rigorous review process that all the COVID-19 vaccines have undergone before being authorized for a given age group. After reviewing initial data, the FDA announced it would wait until more data from the ongoing trial is available, which could be in April, to help advisors make a science-based recommendation. Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccine information by following us on our Facebook page and visiting www.wcvaccine.org for up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine information.
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COVID-19 Vaccination - Effectiveness of Maternal Vaccination: A new MMWR provides real-world evidence that COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy might help protect babies younger than 6 months from hospitalization due to COVID-19. These findings emphasize the importance of COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy to protect pregnant people and protect their babies. People who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should get vaccinated against COVID-19. Find a vaccination clinic near you.
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While vaccination remains the most effective tool we have to prevent COVID-19, everyone should continue to practice good public health behaviors. This means wearing a mask indoors, avoiding large gatherings, staying home when feeling sick, and getting tested if you have symptoms or after close contact. For more information on good public health behaviors, visit the DHS COVID-19 website.
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CONTACT 211 FOR NON-MEDICAL QUESTIONS: TEXT COVID19 TO 211-211 / CALL 211
Utility, Food & Housing Assistance, Elder Care, Crisis Intervention, Alcohol & Drug Recovery and Much More
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How to Protect Yourself and Others From COVID-19
- Get a COVID-19 vaccine, or booster, if you are eligible.
- Wear a mask and stay at least 6 feet from others who don’t live with you.
- Clean your hands often, either with soap and water for 20 seconds or a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
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Learn the facts about the virus and the vaccine.
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Winnebago County Health Department
920-232-3000
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