County Opens Third COVID-19 Vaccine POD Site |
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As of February 17, the County opened a COVID-19 Vaccine POD (Point of Dispensing) site at Santa Ana College in Santa Ana. This new third POD site will help support the ongoing and consistent distribution of the first doses as inventory is received. The Santa Ana College POD will operate five days a week, Tuesday – Saturday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. All vaccination points of distribution provided by the county are by appointment only.
For more information click here.
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Soka University Super POD Adds ADA Lane |
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The County’s Soka University Super Point-of-Dispensing (POD) site added an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) vaccine lane for those with appointments who are people with disabilities displaying vehicle placards or license plates.
Click here for COVID-19 vaccine updates.
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Othena Registration Process |
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Individuals who live or work in Orange County, Calif. can register online through
www.Othena.com to view available vaccination appointments and to keep informed about upcoming availability. Spanish and Vietnamese language versions of Othena are available by clicking on the “English” drop down at the top of the page and then selecting “Español” or “Tiếng Việt.”
Click the video to for an overview of the Othena registration process.
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Orange County Health Care Agency Town Hall Series |
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The town hall series explores the current COVID-19 pandemic, its impacts to our health care system and operations, and how you can slow its spread. Town halls will be broadcast every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month on the Orange County Health Care Agency Facebook page.
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Improve How Your Mask Protects You |
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Correct and consistent mask use is a critical step everyone can take to prevent getting and spreading COVID-19. Masks work best when everyone wears them, but not all masks provide the same protection. When choosing a mask, look at how well it fits, how well it filters the air and how many layers it has.
Wearing a disposable mask under a cloth mask can improve fit and give you better protection. Two ways to layer:
- Use a cloth mask that has multiple layers of fabric.
- Wear one disposable mask underneath a cloth mask.
- The second mask should push the edges of the inner mask against your face.
Click here to learn more.
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Public Health Recommendations for Vaccinated People |
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While mRNA COVID-19 vaccines have demonstrated high efficacy at preventing severe and symptomatic COVID-19, there is currently limited information on how much the vaccines might reduce transmission and how long protection lasts. In addition, the efficacy of the vaccines against emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants is not known.
At this time, vaccinated persons should continue to follow current guidance to protect themselves and others, including wearing a mask, staying at least 6 feet away from others, avoiding crowds, avoiding poorly ventilated spaces, covering coughs and sneezes, washing hands often, following CDC travel guidance, and following any applicable workplace or school guidance, including guidance related to personal protective equipment use or SARS-CoV-2 testing.
However, vaccinated people with an exposure to someone with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 are not required to quarantine if they meet all of the following criteria:
- Are fully vaccinated (i.e., at least two or more weeks after getting the second dose in a two-dose series, or two or more weeks following receipt of one dose of a single-dose vaccine)
- Are within three months following receipt of the last dose in the series
- Have remained asymptomatic since the current COVID-19 exposure
People who do not meet all three of the above criteria should continue to follow current quarantine guidance after exposure to someone with suspected or confirmed COVID-19.
Click here to read more about the recommendations.
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Orange County One-Stop Mobile Unit |
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The OC One-Stop Mobile Unit will provide access to education and training services traditionally offered by the OC One-Stop Center for youth, adults, dislocated workers and businesses while reducing transmission and preparing the workforce for post-COVID-19 return.
The OC One-Stop Mobile Unit will be available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments are required and are 45 minutes each.
For more information on the OC One-Stop Mobile Unit and when it will be in your area, visit the Orange County One-Stop Center website or call the Economic and Business Recovery Call Center at 714- 480-6500.
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CalOptima Regulatory Alerts |
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Due to the rapidly changing situation surrounding COVID-19, CalOptima posts a roundup of federal/state rules, guidance and news related to COVID-19. It will be updated frequently.
Below are the recent COVID-19 Regulatory Highlights:
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CDPH SNF Conference Call Notification Weekly COVID-19 Update Call Notes (posted 2/8/21)
Providers and other health care professionals with questions can call the Provider Relations department 714-246-8600 or email providerservices@caloptima.org.
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How to Contact CalOptima During the COVID-19 Pandemic |
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CalOptima Customer Service remains ready to respond to member needs. Members can call Customer Service from the safety of their home, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We have staff who speak their language.
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Medi-Cal toll-free: 1-888-587-8088
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OneCare Connect toll-free: 1-855-705-8823
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OneCare toll-free: 1-877-412-2734
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TTY 711
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PACE: 1-714-468-1100; toll-free: 1-855-785-2584
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PACE TTY: 1-714-468-1063
Our buildings are closed to members, but we are continuing to serve our members through our Customer Service phone lines, as we adhere to guidelines to reduce the possibility of COVID-19 transmission.
CalOptima
505 City Parkway West
Orange, CA 92868
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
13300 Garden Grove Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92843
County Community Service Center
15496 Magnolia Street, Suite 111
Westminster, CA 92610
(Limited community partners are providing services on-site. CalOptima services are being provided remotely to ensure the safety of our members and employees.)
For CalOptima-specific updates on COVID-19, please visit our home page at www.caloptima.org.
National information can be found on the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) website at www.coronavirus.gov and local information can be found at the Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA) website at www.occovid19.ochealthinfo.com.
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