In response to Sunday’s approval from the Western States Safety Review Workgroup and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) is finalizing preparations to offer the Moderna and Pfizer BioNTech vaccines for young children ages 6 months and older. “Starting this week, limited shipments …continue reading
When germs, such as the virus that causes COVID-19, invade our bodies, they attack and multiply. This invasion, called an infection, is what causes illness. Different types of vaccines work in different ways to offer protection. But with all types of vaccines, the body is left with a supply of …continue reading
On January 31, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued approval of the Moderna vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 in individuals age 18 and older. The vaccine will be marketed as Spikevax and had previously only been available under emergency use authorization. “This is great news to reinforce …continue reading
MemorialCare, in partnership with the City of Orange and Boys & Girls Club, will be administering free Pfizer vaccines for those seeking 1st, *2nd, and *3rd shots. *Those seeking 2nd and 3rd doses will need to bring their vaccination cards. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. If you would …continue reading
In anticipation of increased gatherings and travel over the holidays and due to growing cases of the Omicron variant nationwide and around the world, the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) is issuing strong recommendations for boosters, testing before and after gatherings and travel, and masking indoors. “This is a critical …continue reading
People age 18 years and older who received Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines may get a booster six months after completion of their primary vaccination series. Contact the location that set up your previous appointment. If you need to find a different location, there are several ways you can find a …continue reading
Based on the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) encourages eligible children and youth ages 5 and older to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible. According to a recent study by the CDC, hospitalization rates due to …continue reading
The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and long term care facilities across the country that provide care to approximately five million people each year, released the following statement today regarding the release of an emergency regulation by the …continue reading
In response to today’s approvals from the Western States Safety Review Workgroup and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) is finalizing preparations to offer the Comirnaty (Pfizer) COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5-11. “We expect the vaccine to be available at our mobile …continue reading
To prepare for the next phase of vaccination distribution, the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) continues to monitor activity by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) regarding …continue reading
With some of the year’s busiest travel dates fast approaching, the personal-finance website WalletHub today announced the results of its nationally representative 2021 Winter Travel Survey, along with its updated list of the Best Credit Cards for Winter Travel, plus key money-saving tips for domestic and international travelers. Applying for …continue reading
On September 28, the California State Public Health Officer (CDPH) issued a new health order to address mandatory vaccination for workers in adult and senior care facilities, as well as workers providing services in a recipient’s home. Workers identified in the order must have their first dose of a one-dose …continue reading
The County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA), in partnership with OC Health Care Agency, will host a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic at its Santa Ana Regional Center. This event is open to the public. Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2021 Time: 8 a.m. to noon Location: Lobby B in the …continue reading