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Winnebago County Public Health Department
COVID-19 SITUATION UPDATE
February 24, 2022, 5:30 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, 2/24/22)
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61.2%
of Winnebago County residents have completed the COVID-19 vaccine series
(104,285 of 170,411 people)
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62.3%
of Winnebago County residents have received at least one dose
(106,250 of 170,411 people)
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Total number of doses administered to Winnebago County residents: 256,793
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Wisconsin COVID-19 Vaccination Data (As of 8am, 2/24/22)
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60.3%
of Wisconsin residents have completed the COVID-19 vaccine series
(3,516,269 people)
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63.9%
of Wisconsin residents have received
at least one dose
(3,724,771 people)
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Total number of doses administered to Wisconsin residents: 9,271,082
For additional demographic information, please see the DHS website.
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Winnebago County* (As of 8am, 2/24/22)
New Confirmed Cases (7-day average): 23
New Probable Cases** (7-day average): 3
Total deaths among confirmed cases‡: 256
(+0 from 2/17/22)
Total deaths among probable cases: 40
(+0 from 2/17/22)
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Wisconsin (As of 8am, 2/24/22)
New Confirmed Cases (7-day average): 864
New Probable Cases (7-day average): 139
Percent Positive by Test (7-day average): 7.5%
Total deaths among confirmed cases: 11,863
Total deaths among probable cases: 1,360
New Deaths Reported (7-day Average): 11
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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 2/24/22
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 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 burden was 382.2 confirmed + probable cases per 100,000 people, which is a 41% decrease from the 725.4 confirmed + probable cases reported last week.
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There are currently 52 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 adults and 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.
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Note: This week (Thursday, February 24, 2022), we are not publishing a school district or municipal data summary, and the general data summary is a shortened version. Full data summaries will be available next week.
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Is It Time For Your Booster Dose? Everyone who is 12 years or older is eligible for a booster dose. If it has been 5 months since you completed your Pfizer or Moderna series (2 doses) or 2 months since you received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine (1 dose), it is time to get your COVID-19 vaccine booster dose. Visit www.wcvaccine.org to find a COVID-19 vaccine clinic near you.
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NEW! COVID-19 Booster & Additional Dose Data: Today the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) updated the COVID-19 vaccines for Wisconsin residents dashboard to include booster and additional dose data. A new button allows users to filter vaccination coverage to view data for those who have received an additional or booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The most recent data show 32.5% of Wisconsinites are considered up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines.
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UPDATE! Medical Conditions At High-Risk For Severe Illness From COVID-19: CDC has updated the list of certain medical conditions that put people at higher risk of getting very sick from COVID-19 to include additional disabilities, primary immunodeficiency, and physical inactivity. A person with a condition that is not listed may still be more likely to get very sick from COVID-19 and should talk with their healthcare professional about how best to manage their condition and protect themself from COVID-19.
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Supporting Grandparents, Elderly Relatives, and Neighbors: This pandemic has been isolating for everyone, but it's been especially difficult for some of our grandparents, elderly relatives, and other aging adults. Here are some ways you can support the people in your life:
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Be Emotionally Supportive. If you are fully vaccinated, take time to visit and check in on how they are doing. Or, if that's not possible, a simple phone or video call can go a long way!
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Keep Them Informed. The evolving COVID guidance and fast-paced news cycle can be overwhelming. When you read something useful or interesting, share it! Providing this information keeps them sharp and aware of what's going on in the world around them.
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Make Yourself Useful. If it recently snowed, offer to shovel their driveway, or if they're hearing that annoying chirp of their smoke alarm, offer to replace their batteries. Or maybe, they're in need of a nice home-cooked meal.
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Warn Them About Potential Scams. Each year, millions of elderly people fall victim to health insurance fraud, government imposters, and other scams.
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Offer Them A Ride. A short ride around town or to a friend's house can make a difference in someone's overall life satisfaction. Data indicates older adults who can no longer drive or have reduced driving capabilities due to health issues, poor vision, or decline in cognitive health, often experience higher levels of depression and loneliness.
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Learn more about how you can support your friends and family.
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COVID-19 Vaccines for Children: The COVID-19 vaccine has been available to 5-11 year old's in the state of Wisconsin since November 3, 2021. To date, only 26.2% of the eligible age group has received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Currently, the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is the only vaccine authorized for the 5-11 age group. All COVID-19 vaccines have gone through the same safety tests and met the same standards as all other vaccines authorized in the United States. Very few people have had severe side effects. In fact, people are more likely to have serious long-term effects from getting sick from COVID-19. If you have questions about vaccine safety, connect with your child’s doctor. For more information, see the DHS COVID-19: Resources for Parents and Guardians page. Visit www.wcvaccine.org to find a local COVID-19 vaccine clinic.
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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.
Additional Resources
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