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Winnebago County Public Health Department
COVID-19 SITUATION UPDATE
February 3, 2022, 5:00 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, 2/3/22)
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60.7%
of Winnebago County residents have completed the COVID-19 vaccine series
(103,512 of 170,411 people)
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62.0%
of Winnebago County residents have received at least one dose
(105,709 of 170,411 people)
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Total number of doses administered to Winnebago County residents: 255,692
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Wisconsin COVID-19 Vaccination Data (As of 8am, 2/3/22)
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59.5%
of Wisconsin residents have completed the COVID-19 vaccine series
(3,468,517 people)
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63.4%
of Wisconsin residents have received
at least one dose
(3,696,104 people)
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Total number of doses administered to Wisconsin residents: 9,044,087
For additional demographic information, please see the DHS website.
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Winnebago County* (As of 8am, 2/3/22)
New Confirmed Cases (7-day average): 163
New Probable Cases** (7-day average): 11
Total deaths among confirmed cases‡: 248
(+6 from 1/27/22)
Total deaths among probable cases: 39
(+3 from 1/27/22)
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Wisconsin (As of 8am, 2/3/22)
New Confirmed Cases (7-day average): 4,679
New Probable Cases (7-day average): 558
Percent Positive by Test (7-day average): 17.3%
Total deaths among confirmed cases: 11,293
Total deaths among probable cases: 1,255
New Deaths Reported (7-day Average): 22
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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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Other Local Vaccine Clinics: |
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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 2/3/22
Click on the buttons below to view the full data summaries.
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The Winnebago County Health Department and Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) are urging everyone to take action to prevent hospitalizations, deaths and further spread of COVID-19. Healthcare systems have been impacted by the record number of COVID patients and limited staff due to illness or exposure, causing some providers to defer non-urgent elective surgeries. DHS is advising everyone to get vaccinated against COVID-19, wear a well-fitting mask, avoid crowds, and get tested for COVID-19.
- Situational Awareness:
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Winnebago County is at a critically high burden status and activity level. Although we are seeing a decrease in cases, we are likely to remain at a high level of cases for the weeks to come. If you are at high risk of complications from COVID-19, remain extremely cautious at this time.
- At this point, we have reported 10,472 confirmed + probable cases in January. This is over half of what was reported for the entire 2021 year. In 2021 we reported a total of 16,943 confirmed + probable cases.
- Over the past 14 days, the case rate reached 2,338.2 confirmed + probable cases per 100,000 people, which is a 36% decrease from the 3,632.6 confirmed + probable cases reported in last week's report.
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There are currently 97 COVID-19 patients hospitalized in Fox Valley Area hospitals. Local health systems are at a crisis point and are severely strained.
- 31% of Winnebago County residents have received a COVID-19 booster dose and are considered "up to date" on their vaccination.
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Due to the incredibly high number of positive COVID-19 cases, WCHD does not have the capacity to follow up with every person who tests positive at this time. If you test positive, you might receive a text message, voice message, and/or email from WCHD. 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.
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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 approximately 1-2 days.
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FDA Issues Full Approval of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine: FDA approval requires a rigorous and structured review process, and it means that a vaccine or drug has cleared every level of review. On top of the rigorous testing and review that was required for emergency use authorization (EUA), FDA approval requires even more data on safety, manufacturing, and effectiveness over longer periods of time and includes real-world data. With the FDA granting full approval for both Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, people can be even more confident that the COVID-19 vaccines work and are safe. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness. Find a COVID-19 vaccine clinic near you at www.wcvaccine.org.
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COVID-19 Vaccine: Fertility and Pregnancy: According to the most recent data from the CDC, approximately 1 in 3 people currently pregnant are not fully vaccinated, a higher rate than the general population. Experts in fertility and maternal care strongly encourage people who are currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the future to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Evidence shows COVID-19 vaccines are safe for people who are pregnant and do not cause infertility for people wanting to get pregnant or their partners. See data from v-safe, fertility study, and eight U.S healthcare systems. Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine. Visit www.wcvaccine.org to find a local COVID-19 vaccine clinic.
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You Are Probably Wondering When Will The Pandemic Just End-emic Already? Well, we can draw some lessons from the "great influenza" of 1918. The truth is, increased levels of population immunity is how we are going to get there, and everyone has a role to play: get vaccinated and boosted and call for the equitable distribution of vaccines.
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The Great Influenza of 1918 never really went away either: Yes, the flu pandemic abated by the 1920s, but that's due to widespread immunity and attenuation, the process by which some viruses evolve over time to become less deadly. A virus just wants to spread; it doesn't necessarily want to cause severe disease in its host. So mutating allowed the virus to continue spreading, and survive into the 21 century.
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Why is the flu pandemic considered over? Colds and Flu spread every year, but we don't consider them epidemics or pandemics unless they cause severe rates of infection or death. Occasionally, a seasonal flu will reach epidemic levels, but most of them are endemic, meaning they have low, manageable rates of death and transmission.
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When will COVID become endemic? There is no way to predict when COVID will become endemic, but some key factors will likely include: overall severe case rates dropping thanks to immunizations and prior infections, decreasing rates of death and hospitalizations, and our health care systems not being overwhelmed.
- Remember: an endemic COVID is not a fully eradicated COVID; it's simply a less threatening, more manageable version of the virus.
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Instead of waiting for the virus to weaken, get vaccinated: Omicron may seem less severe than delta, but it's likely just as dangerous for unvaccinated people and its rapid spread indicates we haven't reached endemic status yet. With higher rates of fully vaccinated people come lower rates of severe illness and death. Reaching endemic status requires your participation. Find a vaccine clinic near you at www.wcvaccine.org.
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Advocate for equitable distribution of vaccines: The more a virus is transmitted, the more opportunities it has to mutate, so without equitable vaccine access worldwide, new variants will continue to emerge. Learn more about vaccine equity and how you can make an impact.
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COVID-19 - Blood Donation Shortage: The American Red Cross, which supplies more than a third of the blood used in U.S hospitals and clinics, is facing a dire shortage. The pandemic has led to an overall lack of donors and reduced ability to hold blood drives. There has been a 10% overall blood donation decline since March 2020, and a 62% drop in college and high school drives during the pandemic. The shortage is forcing providers to make difficult decisions about who will receive transfusion and who will need to wait until there is more supply. Some hospitals are receiving less than a quarter of the blood product they request. Roll up your sleeve and donate if you are eligible. Plan with your friends, family, coworkers and take action. Americans 17 years or older in good health can sign up online or call 1-800-733-2726.
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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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