Statistics from October 26, 2021
New cases: 102
By age group:
Children 0-12: 10
Children 13-19: 12
Adults 20-29: 14
Adults 30-39: 18
Adults 40-49: 14
Adults 50-59: 13
Adults 60-69: 10
Adults 70-79: 8
Adults 80-89: 2
Adults 90+: 1
Total 102
• Active cases: 477
• Hospitalized: 92
• People in ICU: 24
• Deaths reported: 10
For more information, visit the Data and Statistics page at ShastaReady.org.
Current Situation:
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We are sorry to report 10 deaths today. They were a man in his 30s, a woman and a man in their 40s, a woman and a man in their 60s, a man in his 70s, and 2 women and 2 men in their 80s.
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Vaccinated people are 10.2 times less likely to be hospitalized for COVID-19. This data is reflected in the updated COVID-19 Among Fully-Vaccinated vs. Unvaccinated Persons chart above. It shows the vaccination status of people who have been hospitalized or who have died in Shasta County over the past three months from COVID-19.
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In partnership with the State of California and Stanford University, Shasta County is participating in the CalScope antibodies study. Participants are chosen at random and mailed an invitation. The study helps scientists learn more about antibodies and how COVID-19 has spread in California. Please see graphic attached, check out this video or visit CalScope.org for more information.
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This report includes a weekly update to Shasta County’s total case numbers. Investigations are conducted to verify that cases meet state reporting requirements. Duplicate, out-of-county, and probable cases are removed. Probable cases include people who tested positive on an antigen test and those with reported symptoms but no confirmed lab test.
If you’ve been exposed: Follow the isolation/quarantine instructions until you can be tested and receive test results.
If you need to be tested: Find options on the Get Tested page. Please note: Appointments are required at most places due to high demand.
If you need a vaccine: Find options at ShastaReady.org.