COVID-19
|
|
What does COVID-19 mean?
The name of this disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ ‘D’ for disease, and '19' for '2019,' the year is was discovered.
Latest vaccine eligibility
Vaccinations will be available to everyone 16 and older in Oregon starting April 19.
Be aware: How to spot a vaccine scam
Unfortunately, people who are awaiting vaccine appointments can fall prey to scammers. Though there have not been reports of this sort of scam happening in Oregon, Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum released information to help people avoid being the target of fraud regarding COVID-19 vaccines.
Here are six tips on how to spot a vaccine scam:
If you have information, or think you may have fallen victim, to a fraud or scam contact the Oregon Department of Justice online at www.oregonconsumer.gov, or call the Attorney General’s Consumer Complaint Hotline at 877-877-9392.
Here are six tips on how to spot a vaccine scam:
- You cannot pay to get early access to the vaccine. If someone calls to offer an appointment for a payment, it is a scam.
- Do not pay to sign up for the COVID-19 vaccine. Anyone who wants money to put you on a list, make an appointment for you, or reserve a spot in line is a scammer.
- Worried about cost? If you are uninsured, on Medicare, an employer plan, private insurance, or the Oregon Health Plan, you do not have to pay to get the vaccine. That is a scam.
- Ignore sales ads for the vaccine. The vaccine is only available through federal or state partners. You cannot buy it anywhere.
- Nobody legitimate will call, text or email about the vaccine and ask for your Social Security number, bank account information or credit card number.
- You are not required to provide a Social Security number when registering for a vaccine appointment.
If you have information, or think you may have fallen victim, to a fraud or scam contact the Oregon Department of Justice online at www.oregonconsumer.gov, or call the Attorney General’s Consumer Complaint Hotline at 877-877-9392.
Should people who have recovered from COVID-19 get vaccinated?
Unfortunately, re-infection is possible with COVID-19. Therefore, even if you have already had the virus and recovered, you may still be advised to get a COVID-19 vaccine. According to the CDC, COVID-19 vaccination should be offered to persons regardless of a history of COVID-19 infection, with or without symptoms.
|
Eviction moratorium protections for Multnomah County renters
Multnomah County renters who sign and return a “Declaration of Financial Hardship for Eviction Protection” form to their landlord stating that they are unable to afford their rent will be protected by Oregon’s statewide eviction moratorium (HB 4401). The statewide eviction moratorium makes it unlawful for landlords to evict people who are unable to pay their rent and for landlords to evict renters without cause...Read more
New Quarantine Guidelines
There are new guidelines for quarantining that can be found here. These are highly recommended for those who live in Multnomah county and other high-risk counties.
Driver license and vehicle tag grace period extended into 2021
If your driver license, permit or vehicle registration expires between Nov 1, 2020, and April 30, 2021, you have three months after the expiration date to renew without being cited. The Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles is allowing this grace period in order to catch up with the backlog caused by COVID-19.
|
Get a flu shot
Anyone 6 months of age or older should get the flu vaccine. Influenza vaccine is available from health care providers and pharmacies. The vaccine is free or low-cost if you use most health insurance providers.
To find a flu vaccine location, visit www.flu.oregon.gov and use the OHA influenza vaccine detection tool. |
|
|
Air Quality - 4/15/2021 - 12pm
Source: AirNow.gov
|
Facts about COVID-19 - How to protect yourself - How to Quarantine - How to Self-isolate
|
|
|
|
|
COVID-19 Testing in OregonAre you wondering where you can find a COVID-19 testing site? OHA is partnering with Google, Castlight and local public health authorities to help you find local information about where testing is available. While we are working hard to keep the information about where Oregonians can get a COVID-19 test as up to date as possible, you should... Read More
|
Testing: Is it possible to get a false negative?
Viral tests for COVID-19 are the most reliable way to diagnose someone with COVID-19. But what should you do if the test is negative? False negatives happen about a third of the time.
- If you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should quarantine for 14 days, even if you don’t have symptoms.
- If you have symptoms, you should self-isolate for at least 10 days or until the symptoms go away.
Improving Ventilation in Your Home
|
Smoking and vaping can make COVID-19 worseIf a person who smokes, or used to smoke, gets COVID-19, they are more likely to develop a serious case of the virus than someone who does not smoke. Quitting smoking protects you and others during the COVID-19 pandemic.
|
|
Alcohol consumption during COVID-19Alcohol use can increase the risk of acute respiratory distress syndrome and pneumonia, which are sometimes associated with COVID-19.
|
|
Remember to prevent lead poisoning |
|
If you are staying home more due to COVID-19 (or doing home renovations), that’s an important thing to keep in mind.
Everyday objects we encounter at home, such as paint, cosmetics, spices and soil all may contain lead. It’s especially important to test your home for lead if you have babies or small children, or before beginning a home renovation. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a great checklist for parents to determine if there is the danger of lead poisoning in their homes.
More information on preventing lead poisoning is available on the EPA web page.
Everyday objects we encounter at home, such as paint, cosmetics, spices and soil all may contain lead. It’s especially important to test your home for lead if you have babies or small children, or before beginning a home renovation. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a great checklist for parents to determine if there is the danger of lead poisoning in their homes.
More information on preventing lead poisoning is available on the EPA web page.
FACE COVERING FACTS
|
|
|
|
|
|
Workplaces and Employers
|
Lose income or hours at work due to COVID-19? You may be eligible for help with paying for rent, utilities, child care, or other benefits... Read More
|
Paid leave available for COVID-19 quarantine or isolation
|
Do you have to quarantine or isolate because of COVID-19 but don’t have paid time off?
A new program starts this week to help people who work in Oregon and need to quarantine or isolate due to COVID-19 exposure, but do not have access to COVID-19-related paid sick leave. The COVID-19 Temporary Paid Leave Program was created with $30 million received from the federal government to help Oregon respond to the coronavirus pandemic. People who qualify will receive a $120 per-day payment for up to 10 working days ($1,200 total) for the time they are required quarantine. Employees can apply online starting today at oregon.gov/covidpaidleave. The application form is available in English, Spanish, and Russian. Those who do not have access to electronic applications can call 833-685-0850 (toll-free) or 503-947-0130. Those who need help in a language other than these three can call 503-947-0131 for help. |
The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) and the Department of Revenue are collaborating on the new program to ensure employees meet the necessary eligibility requirements. To see if you meet them, take this eligibility quiz, or see the requirements on the DCBS site.
Because the available funds are limited, applicants can claim only one quarantine period.
Because the available funds are limited, applicants can claim only one quarantine period.
Outbreaks in Workplaces - Indoor Air Safety and COVID-19
|
|
|
|
County Information
|
|
|
|
|
|
Local Resources
|
|
|
