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COVID-19 UPDATE:
We are now at 794 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bexar County, up 22 from yesterday.
Of the total 794 returned positives:
- 21% are travel related
- 37% are close contact
- 32% are community transmission
- 10% are under investigation
1/16
We are now at 794 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bexar County, up 22 from yesterday.
Of the total 794 returned positives:
- 21% are travel related
- 37% are close contact
- 32% are community transmission
- 10% are under investigation
1/16
- 135 individuals have fully recovered
- 88 are currently hospitalized, 52 in the ICU, 37 are on ventilators
It’s with immense sadness that we report the deaths of 3 more San Antonio residents — one of which was a resident at Southeast Nursing & Rehabilitation.
2/16
- 88 are currently hospitalized, 52 in the ICU, 37 are on ventilators
It’s with immense sadness that we report the deaths of 3 more San Antonio residents — one of which was a resident at Southeast Nursing & Rehabilitation.
2/16
That brings the Southeast Nursing & Rehabilitation fatalities to 16 - roughly half of the total deaths in Bexar County.
Of note: Nearly 38% of the confirmed cases are residents under 40 years old.
3/16
Of note: Nearly 38% of the confirmed cases are residents under 40 years old.
3/16
See all of the data here: https://www.sanantonio.gov/Health/News/Alerts/CoronaVirus
Watch today’s press briefing here: https://www.facebook.com/cosagov/videos/528544854733064
4/16
Watch today’s press briefing here: https://www.facebook.com/cosagov/videos/528544854733064
4/16
VENTILATOR / BED CAPACITY:
546 of 709 ventilators are freely available, 77%. 37 are being used to fight COVID-19.
2000 of 4677 staffed hospital beds are freely available, 43%. 88 are currently being used in our fight against COVID-19.
5/16
546 of 709 ventilators are freely available, 77%. 37 are being used to fight COVID-19.
2000 of 4677 staffed hospital beds are freely available, 43%. 88 are currently being used in our fight against COVID-19.
5/16
NEW TESTING PROCEDURES AT FREEMAN:
You no longer need a doctor’s recommendation to get tested for COVID-19 at the Freeman Coliseum drive-through facility. You will still need to call 210-233-5970 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to make an appointment.
6/16
You no longer need a doctor’s recommendation to get tested for COVID-19 at the Freeman Coliseum drive-through facility. You will still need to call 210-233-5970 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to make an appointment.
6/16
MEALS ON WHEELS:
I joined @mowsatx this morning to help them load up volunteers' cars and deliver some meals. They're providing a critical service to our seniors in need.
To donate: https://www.mowsatx.org/donate
7/16
I joined @mowsatx this morning to help them load up volunteers' cars and deliver some meals. They're providing a critical service to our seniors in need.
To donate: https://www.mowsatx.org/donate
7/16
ISOLATION FACILITIES:
The City has contracted with local lodging facilities around San Antonio to provide for temporary lodging in the event you seek a more proper place to isolate during your recovery.
To inquire, please call 210-207-5779.J
8/16
The City has contracted with local lodging facilities around San Antonio to provide for temporary lodging in the event you seek a more proper place to isolate during your recovery.
To inquire, please call 210-207-5779.J
8/16
EMERGENCY RENT & MORTGAGE 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 or call 210-207-5910.
9/16
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 or call 210-207-5910.
9/16
COVID-19 CHILDREN’S TOWN HALL:
You can watch a re-run of my town hall with Justice Luz Elena Chapa here:
https://www.facebook.com/cosagov/videos/1610911879060728/
10/16
You can watch a re-run of my town hall with Justice Luz Elena Chapa here:
https://www.facebook.com/cosagov/videos/1610911879060728/
10/16
SOUTH TEXAS BLOOD & TISSUE CENTER:
If you’ve 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.
11/16
If you’ve 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.
11/16
EMERGENCY ORDER EXTENSION:
City Council has voted to extend our emergency order through April 30.
Full order: https://sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Website%20Docs/Emergency%20Declaration%20No.%205.pdf
Addendum: https://sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Public%20Info/Fifth%20Declaration%20of%20Public%20Health%20Emergency%20Addendum.pdf
12/16
City Council has voted to extend our emergency order through April 30.
Full order: https://sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Website%20Docs/Emergency%20Declaration%20No.%205.pdf
Addendum: https://sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/COVID19/Public%20Info/Fifth%20Declaration%20of%20Public%20Health%20Emergency%20Addendum.pdf
12/16
FAMILY VIOLENCE:
I want you to know there are always people willing to help.
To make a safety plan or to report suspected abuse, call 210-207-SAPD (7273). Family Violence Prevention Services can assist with shelter 24/7 at 210-733-8810.
13/16
I want you to know there are always people willing to help.
To make a safety plan or to report suspected abuse, call 210-207-SAPD (7273). Family Violence Prevention Services can assist with shelter 24/7 at 210-733-8810.
13/16
MENTAL HEALTH:
The State of Texas has opened up a 24/7 mental health hotline: 833-986-1919
If you'd prefer to text, you can chat with someone at the Crisis Text Line by texting SHARE to 741741.
14/16
The State of Texas has opened up a 24/7 mental health hotline: 833-986-1919
If you'd prefer to text, you can chat with someone at the Crisis Text Line by texting SHARE to 741741.
14/16
COMMUNICATION PORTALS:
San Antonio COVID-19 website:
https://sanantonio.gov/Health/News/Alerts/CoronaVirus
American Sign Language:
http://sat.ahasalerts.com/ActiveAlerts.aspx?id=1334
COVID-19 Hotline: 210.207.5779
Text COSAGOV to 55000 for text alerts
Ready South Texas app:
https://readysouthtexasapp.com
15/16
San Antonio COVID-19 website:
https://sanantonio.gov/Health/News/Alerts/CoronaVirus
American Sign Language:
http://sat.ahasalerts.com/ActiveAlerts.aspx?id=1334
COVID-19 Hotline: 210.207.5779
Text COSAGOV to 55000 for text alerts
Ready South Texas app:
https://readysouthtexasapp.com
15/16
Daily reminder: Your social life isn’t worth anybody’s actual life.
Don't give up now. We're making progress, and it's up to all of us to work toward a speedy recovery.
Thank you for the privilege of serving you, San Antonio.
16/16
Don't give up now. We're making progress, and it's up to all of us to work toward a speedy recovery.
Thank you for the privilege of serving you, San Antonio.
16/16
