Fresno County COVID-19 Update

Cases on the Rise

While COVID-19 may seem like a thing of the past for some, it's important to note that COVID-19 indicators are continuing to rise in Los Angeles County. In Fresno County, there were 0 newly reported COVID-19 cases and 0 newly reported COVID-19 deaths on July 23. However, the county has not had a spike in cases like this since December and January when local restrictions were in place.

Vaccination Rates Lagging

As of June 30, only 74% of Fresno County residents or 76,002 out of 102,1649 eligible individuals are up to date on their vaccinations. This means that a significant portion of the population remains vulnerable to severe illness or death from COVID-19.

Conclusion

The rise in COVID-19 cases is a reminder that the pandemic is not over. It's crucial that Fresno County residents take precautions to protect themselves and others, including getting vaccinated and boosted, wearing masks in indoor public settings, and practicing social distancing when possible. By working together, we can help slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep our community safe.