April 27, 2022 @ 4:45 p.m.
Weekly COVID-19 Briefing
Every Tuesday, Sherrill Brown, M.D., Medical Director, Infection Prevention; Olivia Lee, Manager, Legislative and Advocacy Affairs; and Human Resources, update our clinic and corporate lines of business leaders.

You can read the notes here.
Employee Booster Deadline Set for May 1
 
The deadline to be boosted is May, 1. If you are not boosted by May 1, you will be separated from AltaMed effective May 3. 
 
For those employees who received their booster outside of AltaMed, please send your documentation to Employee Health so they can update their records. Below are the remaining booster events. If you are unable to attend any of these, contact Employee Health at (323) 765-6153 to schedule an appointment.
 
Employee Health is regularly monitoring compliance of our organization’s HS-IEC-041 policy as well as the California Department of Public Health mandates. Please contact Employee Health or your Human Resources Business Partner with any questions.
More on Mask Requirements
 
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said last Thursday that the County will continue to require people to wear masks on public transportation despite a federal judge in Florida lifting the federal mask mandate.

The department noted that it is issuing a health order to say that masks will be required in indoor transportation hubs, such as bus and airport terminals and on all public transportation, including ride-shares, trains and buses within Los Angeles County. Please click here to read more.
 
Masks and Travel
With increased travel and decreased mask regulations, please remember that it is still important to wear a mask when traveling.
  • Keep your mask on while traveling, especially as cases of BA.2 are rising.
  • Airplane ventilation and filtration are not perfect in stopping COVID-19 transmission and masks add another layer of protection when crowds of people are in tight quarters boarding and deplaning.
  • Wearing a mask while traveling can help reduce individual risk and protect the most vulnerable in our communities.
 
As a reminder, wearing your mask at all times is required at AltaMed.
AltaMed PACE – El Monte Promotes Vaccination Information

AltaMed PACE El Monte was recognized as a Civic Engagement Champion by the Civic Engagement department for their support of the ¡Andale! ¿Qué esperas? campaign. The Civic Engagement department will continue to salute AltaMed departments, clinics, and staff who help promote the importance of COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters in the communityall part of the ¡Andale! ¿Qué esperas? campaign. For information, contact Leslie Hernandez, Civic Engagement Coordinator.

Thank you, AltaMed PACE – El Monte team for your support of our communities!

Note: Masks are to be worn at all times; they can be removed for a quick photo.
Safety Guidelines at Work

  1. Wear your masks—Face masks are to be worn at all times over your nose and mouth (except when drinking or eating), and should be stored properly or discarded. Patients need to wear masks at all times in examination rooms as well.
  2. Maintain hand hygiene—Staff should have easy access to hand sanitizer dispensers to clean hands frequently, and should wash their hands for 20 seconds at a time.
  3. Practice physical distancing—Stay six feet apart from other individuals whether inside or outside.
  4. Wipe down any work surfaces you touch.
  5. If employees need to be within six feet of someone for a prolonged period of time, wear a face shield and face mask in both administrative and clinical settings—avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. In addition, a face shield and face mask need to be worn at all times when interacting with patients.
  6. Employees must wear appropriate PPE when on site. 
Free Support and Resources Offered by CalHOPE
 
In partnership with CalHOPE, Health Education and Wellness is offering free crisis counseling and other support services to patients, employees, and community members affected by COVID-19. Informational cards have been distributed to all clinics and PACE centers.
 
For questions about this initiative or to request more cards, contact Michelle Madrid, Manager, Health Education and Wellness.  
Questions and Communications

We welcome your questions, suggestions, and input. We do review each question and respond appropriately, so please continue to email us—click here. Know that this is a safe space and most questions will be answered individually prior to being shared anonymously with staff.

How to Stay Informed

FAQs
  • Click here to read the most recent FAQs
  • Refer to earlier editions of the COVID-19 Alert to see if your questions have already been answered.
Please Note: If you are contacted by the media with questions about the coronavirus outbreak or for any other reason, email Christina Sanchez, Vice President, Public Affairs. The Public Relations team monitors all media coverage of AltaMed (social and traditional platforms) to uphold our reputation. If you have questions and concerns regarding media coverage, call Christina at (310) 420-1135. If you'd like to read news releases from AltaMed, visit our external website, AltaMed.org under Newsroom.