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Good evening, San Antonio.
We are now at 615 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bexar County.
Of the total 615 returned positives:
- 146 are travel related
- 217 are close contact
- 182 are community transmitted
- 70 are under investigation
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Good evening, San Antonio.
We are now at 615 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bexar County.
Of the total 615 returned positives:
- 146 are travel related
- 217 are close contact
- 182 are community transmitted
- 70 are under investigation
1/15
- 92 have fully recovered
- 85 are currently hospitalized, 55 in the ICU, 42 are on ventilators
Itâs with immense sadness that we report the deaths of 2 more San Antonio residents.
2/15
- 85 are currently hospitalized, 55 in the ICU, 42 are on ventilators
Itâs with immense sadness that we report the deaths of 2 more San Antonio residents.
2/15
One patient was a man in his 50s with underlying health conditions. Another patient was a woman in her 60s with underlying health conditions. We have now lost 22 total residents to COVID-19 â 10 of which from the localized outbreak at Southeast Nursing & Rehabilitation...
3/15
3/15
... Please keep their families in your thoughts before you decide to travel to a public space.
Of note: 218 of the confirmed cases in Bexar County are residents under 40 years old.
4/15
Of note: 218 of the confirmed cases in Bexar County are residents under 40 years old.
4/15
RECOVERY LODGING / ISOLATION FACILITIES:
Do you have COVID-19 and are worried that you canât properly isolate yourself?
Temporary lodging facilities are available across the city. To inquire about temporary lodging for your COVID-19 recovery, please call 210-207-5779.
5/15
Do you have COVID-19 and are worried that you canât properly isolate yourself?
Temporary lodging facilities are available across the city. To inquire about temporary lodging for your COVID-19 recovery, please call 210-207-5779.
5/15
EMERGENCY HOUSING ASSISTANCE:
Our Neighborhood and Housing Services Department offers Emergency Housing Assistance to pay rent or mortgage payments during the COVID-19 crisis.
Residents seeking assistance should visit: https://www.sanantonio.gov/NHSD/Programs/FairHousing">https://www.sanantonio.gov/NHSD/Prog... or call 210-207-5910.
6/15
Our Neighborhood and Housing Services Department offers Emergency Housing Assistance to pay rent or mortgage payments during the COVID-19 crisis.
Residents seeking assistance should visit: https://www.sanantonio.gov/NHSD/Programs/FairHousing">https://www.sanantonio.gov/NHSD/Prog... or call 210-207-5910.
6/15
SOUTH TEXAS BLOOD & TISSUE CENTER:
If youâve recovered from COVID-19, you may be able to help others by donating plasma. If you are interested, please email COVID19@southtexasblood.org or call them at 210-731-2719.
7/15
If youâve recovered from COVID-19, you may be able to help others by donating plasma. If you are interested, please email COVID19@southtexasblood.org or call them at 210-731-2719.
7/15
VENTILATOR / BED CAPACITY:
506 ventilators are available. 42 are being used to fight COVID-19. 2100 have been ordered from the state.
4,848 beds exist across our system. 2214 beds are available. 85 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.
8/15
506 ventilators are available. 42 are being used to fight COVID-19. 2100 have been ordered from the state.
4,848 beds exist across our system. 2214 beds are available. 85 people are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19.
8/15
CLOTH FACE COVERINGS:
We have issued an advisory that recommends anybody over the age of 5 wear a cloth mask in public.
San Antonio Mask Advisory: https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Public%20Info/COVID-19%20-%20Mask%20Advisory.pdf?ver=2020-04-08-150509-403
CDC">https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0... page: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/DIY-cloth-face-covering-instructions.pdf?fbclid=IwAR25qG0Cxy9oULAKbiBrNO3uiIiLsCwSFxGdbR0CkqTWfP57xlkF_OOyH3E
9/15">https://www.cdc.gov/coronavir...
We have issued an advisory that recommends anybody over the age of 5 wear a cloth mask in public.
San Antonio Mask Advisory: https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Public%20Info/COVID-19%20-%20Mask%20Advisory.pdf?ver=2020-04-08-150509-403
CDC">https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0... page: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/DIY-cloth-face-covering-instructions.pdf?fbclid=IwAR25qG0Cxy9oULAKbiBrNO3uiIiLsCwSFxGdbR0CkqTWfP57xlkF_OOyH3E
9/15">https://www.cdc.gov/coronavir...
NEW TESTING PROCEDURES AT FREEMAN:
You no longer need a doctorâs recommendation to get tested for COVID-19 at the Freeman Coliseum drive-through facility. You will still need to call to make an appointment...
10/15
You no longer need a doctorâs recommendation to get tested for COVID-19 at the Freeman Coliseum drive-through facility. You will still need to call to make an appointment...
10/15
Based on the influx of calls, those who present with symptoms commonly found in COVID-19 â fever, dry cough, shortness of breath â will be prioritized.
Call 210-233-5970 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to complete the registration process for a test.
11/15
Call 210-233-5970 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to complete the registration process for a test.
11/15
Our self-screening tool can help inform your decision on whether or not to seek testing, but please note it is only for information purposes and does not provide a medical diagnosis.
Access the tool here: https://covid19test.quacito.com/
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Access the tool here: https://covid19test.quacito.com/
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EMERGENCY ORDER EXTENSION - APRIL 30:
Today, City Council voted to extend our emergency order through April 30.
Emergency order: https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Website%20Docs/Emergency%20Declaration%20No.%205.pdf
Addendum:">https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0... https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Public%20Info/Fifth%20Declaration%20of%20Public%20Health%20Emergency%20Addendum.pdf
13/15">https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0...
Today, City Council voted to extend our emergency order through April 30.
Emergency order: https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Website%20Docs/Emergency%20Declaration%20No.%205.pdf
Addendum:">https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0... https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Public%20Info/Fifth%20Declaration%20of%20Public%20Health%20Emergency%20Addendum.pdf
13/15">https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0...
COMMUNICATION PORTALS:
San Antonio COVID-19 website:
https://sanantonio.gov/Health/News/Alerts/CoronaVirus
American">https://sanantonio.gov/Health/Ne... Sign Language:
http://sat.ahasalerts.com/ActiveAlerts.aspx?id=1334
COVID-19">https://sat.ahasalerts.com/ActiveAle... Hotline: 210.207.5779
Text COSAGOV to 55000 for text alerts
Ready South Texas app:
https://readysouthtexasapp.com"> https://readysouthtexasapp.com
14/15
San Antonio COVID-19 website:
https://sanantonio.gov/Health/News/Alerts/CoronaVirus
American">https://sanantonio.gov/Health/Ne... Sign Language:
http://sat.ahasalerts.com/ActiveAlerts.aspx?id=1334
COVID-19">https://sat.ahasalerts.com/ActiveAle... Hotline: 210.207.5779
Text COSAGOV to 55000 for text alerts
Ready South Texas app:
https://readysouthtexasapp.com"> https://readysouthtexasapp.com
14/15
Daily reminder: Your social life isnât worth anybodyâs actual life.
Thank you for the privilege of serving you, San Antonio.
Stay home, save lives.
15/15
Thank you for the privilege of serving you, San Antonio.
Stay home, save lives.
15/15
