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Connect with your community each week with the following updates on COVID-19, City services, events and programs, wellness opportunities, and family resources.

- Coronavirus Report
- Palo Alto Police Department Halloween Safety Tips
- Provide Input on the Future of Palo Alto Housing
- Simple Tips to Prepare for an Earthquake
- Weekly City Manager Community Update: October 24, 2022

Coronavirus Report

As of October 19, the CDC reported 260,808 weekly cases*. On October 27, California reported a 7-day daily average of 2,456 cases. On October 26, Santa Clara County reported a 7-day rolling average of 173 new cases.

*The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) transitioned their reporting cadence of COVID-19 aggregate cases from daily to a weekly cadence beginning the week of October 18, 2022. 

Biden Administration Urges COVID-19 Vaccination & Booster 

This week, President Biden shared that new COVID-19 variants are emerging in the United States and around the world. Cases and hospitalizations are rising in Europe. He called on all Americans to get their free, updated COVID-19 vaccine. It’s important to be vaccinated and boosted to ensure a safe and healthy winter and holiday season. Talk with your healthcare provider about what’s best for you. If you don’t have a health provider or are having issues scheduling a COVID-19 vaccine/booster appointment, visit sccfreevax.org. 

Fight Flu & COVID-19 with Vaccine Coadministration 

According to the CDC, getting a flu vaccine and a COVID-19 vaccine at the same time is an option if you are due for both vaccines. Coadministration, or getting more than one vaccine during a visit, is a common medical practice and is recommended by the CDC. This helps ensure that you’re up to date on all your vaccines in case you aren’t able to return for additional vaccinations at a later time.  

Halloween Safety & COVID-19  

With Halloween festivities fast approaching (Halloween is this coming Monday, October 31!), the CDC continues their mantra of “outside is always safer” for holiday gatherings. Stay COVID safe this Halloween with simple tips and reminders from the CDC such as stay home if you are sick, get tested if you have symptoms, get boosted if you are eligible, consider making a mask a part of your costume, and more! Have a spooky good time and be safe this Halloween, Palo Alto! Learn more here. 

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