PLEASE NOTE, DUE TO MANY INCONSISTENCIES IN THE INFORMATION AVAILABLE ABOUT THE VIRUS (INCLUDING INFORMATION FROM THE OFFICIAL SOURCES AND FROM THE SCIENTIFIC STUDIES), I HAVE DECIDED NOT TO SHARE ANY ADDITIONAL DETAILS ABOUT THE VIRUS FOR THE TIME BEING.
I WILL RESUME AS SOON AS SOLID DATA BECOMES AVAILABLE.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING!
IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC QUESTIONS, I AM STILL OFFERING INDIVIDUAL CONSULTATIONS:
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Disclaimer: Views my own, based on the available data from official government sources, scientific publications, individual reports, and expert opinions. What I share on this website it is not meant to diagnose COVID-19 or offer treatment advice. It is meant for informational purposes only. Please contact your doctor if you are sick.
CORONAVIRUS SAN DIEGO COUNTY UPDATE
Up to date as of 04/15/2020 4:55 PM PT (based on the available data)
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE.
This is current official data from San Diego County. San Diego County posts the official numbers of its website daily around 4pm.
The largest age group affected by COVID-19 is between the ages of 30 and 39!
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Although many of the patients who were hospitalized with COVID-19 in San Diego County so far are older, about half (48%) of hospitalized patients are under the age of 60!
Please practice social distancing - this is a really critical time to do it, as the cases are going up exponentially, and social distancing is the only way to slow the virus down and reduce the number people who will get sick or die from it.
Please practice social distancing - this is a really critical time to do it, as the cases are going up exponentially, and social distancing is the only way to slow the virus down and reduce the number people who will get sick or die from it.
COVID-19 cases in San Diego County by city of residence:
CORONAVIRUS TESTING IN SAN DIEGO
Up to date as of 04/15/2020.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE. Additional information on testing (including drive-in testing sites) HERE.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE. Additional information on testing (including drive-in testing sites) HERE.
San Diego County on who can be tested :
"At the moment, COVID-19 testing is being considered for people who have a fever and a cough and are part of the following:
"At the moment, COVID-19 testing is being considered for people who have a fever and a cough and are part of the following:
- Have a lower respiratory illness and no other potential cause, especially if they are hospitalized
- People living in a senior living facility, including nursing facilities or assisted living facilities
- People who are elderly
- People in congregate settings, such as homeless shelters
- Health care workers and other emergency responders"
Turn-around for test results may very.
It may take as long as several days to get results from some of the outpatient test centers (generally less than 48 hours).
Rapid testing is available in many inpatient facilities (Scripps Hospital system, for example, is using a rapid test for hospitalized patients that only takes minutes to run).
I will continue updating this section as soon as I have more information.
It may take as long as several days to get results from some of the outpatient test centers (generally less than 48 hours).
Rapid testing is available in many inpatient facilities (Scripps Hospital system, for example, is using a rapid test for hospitalized patients that only takes minutes to run).
I will continue updating this section as soon as I have more information.
OFFICIAL COVID-19 UPDATES FOR SAN DIEGO COUNTY RESIDENTS
San Diego County provides text message updates to residents - you can sign up by texting COSD COVID-19 to 468-311
SAN DIEGO RESTRICTIONS.
Up to date as of 04/15/2020.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE.
San Diego County officials have made a decision to take appropriate measures to slow down the spread of the virus. Below is the summary of the guidance from the county:
To slow the spread of COVID-19, the following guidance is being issued and is originally placed into effect on March 29, last updated April 10th, effective through April 30th:
View official Order Here
Get official updates from San Diego County News Center
- All persons are to remain in their homes or at their place of residence, except for employees or customers travelling to and from essential businesses
- All public and private gatherings of 2+ people are prohibited. (any event or convening that brings together more than one person in a single room or single indoor or outdoor space at the same time, including people in multiple vehicles in one location).
- Employees of essential businesses must wear masks.
- All bars and adult entertainment establishments that serve alcohol and no food must close.
- All restaurants or businesses that serve food must close on-site dining. Food delivery, pick-up or drive-through needs to be done using social distancing or keeping people six feet apart.
- All schools of all grades to close; students who are minors must stay at home and not participate in activities prohibited by the order.
- Child daycare and childcare providers shall operate for small groups of children (10 or fewer) other rules appl
- All people 65 or older, or anyone who has a chronic underlying condition or are immunocompromised should stay home.
- All businesses need to enact social distancing, increase cleaning standards and have employees work from home, if possible. Businesses must suspend doctor verification for sick or other leave approval.
- Hospitals must preserve resources and delay non-emergency surgeries and elective procedures.
- All gyms and fitness centers shall close.
- Government entities shall enforce social distancing requirements at all beaches and parks; if a government entity is unable to enforce social distancing at a beach or park, it shall be closed to the public.
- Persons traveling from international locations will be quarantined for 14 days
- Persons who diagnosed with COVID-19, or who are likely to have COVID-19, shall comply with San Diego county isolation order.
- Violation of the above rules is subject to fine, imprisonment, or both.
View official Order Here
Get official updates from San Diego County News Center
HANDWASHING STATIONS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY
WHERE TO CALL IF YOU HAVE SYMTPOMS
Scripps patients can now call 1-888-261-8431 if they are concerned that they might have the virus
Mo - Fr 7am - 9pm
Sa, Su 8am - 5pm
Sharp also has a number you can call: 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277)
Mo - Fr 7am - 7pm
Sa, Su 8am - 5pm
UCSD nurse coronavirus hotline is 1-800-926-8273
Daily 8am-5pm
You can also call your doctor's office. (In case of emergency, please call 911.)
Mo - Fr 7am - 9pm
Sa, Su 8am - 5pm
Sharp also has a number you can call: 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277)
Mo - Fr 7am - 7pm
Sa, Su 8am - 5pm
UCSD nurse coronavirus hotline is 1-800-926-8273
Daily 8am-5pm
You can also call your doctor's office. (In case of emergency, please call 911.)
STAY SAFE - GET YOUR FOOD DELIVERED
Below are some of the delivery options for your groceries, household items, as well as restaurant delivery services (click on each image to learn more).
Please note, that due to a very high demand, many of these services may be intermittently unavailable. I've used most of these services personally, and each has its pluses and minuses. Also, I've included a couple of discount coupons - let me know if they don't work.) I will add more services as I come across them.
Please note, that due to a very high demand, many of these services may be intermittently unavailable. I've used most of these services personally, and each has its pluses and minuses. Also, I've included a couple of discount coupons - let me know if they don't work.) I will add more services as I come across them.
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Grubhub: Get food delivered from your favorite fast food and regular restaurants.
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Postmates: Food delivery service from restaurants, grocers and more.
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Doordash: Order from your favorite restaurants and get food delivered to your home.
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Instacart: Subscription deliveries from grocery stores, pharmacies, Costco, Bevmo, etc.
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Shipt: Get deliveries from groceries, pharmacies, and stores like Target, Petco, etc.
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Mercato: Fresh groceries delivered from local specialty food shops & produce markets
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Farm Fresh to You:
Subscription for farm fruits and vegetables, and some dairy. 
PROMO CODE: MARI221
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Tender Greens: Tasty meals & grocery baskets delivered to your door or ready for pick up.
COUPON CODE: MahevD4568
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Naturebox: Snack delivery subscription - delicious, healthy snacks (including gluten-free)
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PrimeNow: Amazon Prime members can get groceries from Prime Now within 2 hours.
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Google Shopping: Grocery (and everything else) deliveries facilitated by Google.
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Blue Apron: Weekly meal delivery service - get delicious recipes with all the ingredients.
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Sun Basket: Get weekly recipes & fresh, organic produce & clean ingredients delivered.
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Hello Fresh: More affordable weekly meal delivery service (ingredients and recipes).
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Grove: Get eco-friendly home essentials delivered (they also have personal care items).
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Target: You can get some non-perishable food items delivered directly from Target (for Target groceries use Shipt or Instacart).
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Staples: That's right! You can get bottled water, snacks, coffee, and cleaning supplies delivered to you from Staples
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Walmart Grocery:
Grocery delivery or pick up from a Walmart near you. Get $10 OFF with my link. 
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Vons:
Vons delivers! You can even pre-reserve delivery times ahead of time. 
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COSTCO Grocery:
Grocery delivery service from Costco. Same day and 2-day deliveries are 5 days behind :) 
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Whole Foods:
Whole foods delivers through their Amazon store. Delivery availability may vary. 
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Boxed:
Household and pantry items delivered to your door. Never run out of anything! 
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Thistle: Get healthy and nutritious meals, juices and snacks delivered! Vegan and gluten-free options available.
$50 OFF with MARIAXD6K
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Some of the services offer referral specials. You'll find a few of them below. Enjoy!
Farm Fresh to You: $15 OFF with my code MARI221
Tender Greens: try my code MahevD4568 to get a free cookie ;)
Blue Apron: Contact me, if interested in a free week
Grove: use this link to get a free gift
Walmart Grocery: use this link to get $10 OFF
Thistle: get $50 OFF after 4 weeks with code MARIAXD6K
Thinking about stockpiling food and supplies? Not sure how much toilet paper to get? Check THIS out.
NEW! EMOTIONAL SUPPORT RESOURCES
Up to date as of 04/15/2020.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE.
All of us could use extra support right now.
If you need someone to talk to, consider Talkspace where you can connect with a therapist virtually. I am checking it out myself - I just signed up, and so far it's been a good experience. Hope this will be a helpful resource for you, too.
If you need someone to talk to, consider Talkspace where you can connect with a therapist virtually. I am checking it out myself - I just signed up, and so far it's been a good experience. Hope this will be a helpful resource for you, too.
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They have a referral program and you can get $200 OFF to start with using my link: www.talkspace.com/invite/1715311
Also, healthcare workers can get 1 month of therapy for free! |
I will be updating this section in the upcoming days with additional help and support resources.
In the meantime, here is a list of useful resources from the state of California:
In the meantime, here is a list of useful resources from the state of California:
SAN DIEGO COUNTY CRIME PREVENTION
Up to date as of 04/15/2020.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE.
San Diego District Attorney website provides helpful information and warnings encouraging San Diegans to be aware of the following scams:
Other helpful information from the San Diego DA's office includes resources for victims of domestic violence and other helpful information about the County efforts to help protect the public during these challenging times.
- Economic impact scams
- Charity scams
- IRS payment scams (scammers may ask you for your information pretending that it is necessary in order to receive IRS payments)
- IRS email scams (if you receive an email from IRS it may take you to a fake IRS website and may install damaging software onto your computer if you click on the link in your email)
- Other IRS sams
- CLICK HERE to learn more
Other helpful information from the San Diego DA's office includes resources for victims of domestic violence and other helpful information about the County efforts to help protect the public during these challenging times.
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COVID-19 IN ORANGE COUNTY
Up to date as of 04/15/2020 4:20 PM PST
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE. Additional information about Coronavirus in OC can be found HERE.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE. Additional information about Coronavirus in OC can be found HERE.
COVID-19 IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Up to date as of 04/15/2020 4:20 PM PST.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE. Additional information about Coronavirus in LA can be found HERE.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE. Additional information about Coronavirus in LA can be found HERE.
COVID-19 NEWS IN CALIFORNIA
Up to date as of 04/15/2020.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE, and information on Coronavirus in the US can be found HERE.
Detailed information about Coronavirus can be found HERE, and information on Coronavirus in the US can be found HERE.
California: 26,681, 859 deaths.
Current data is from 04/15/2020 4:20 PM PT from the Johns Hopkins University Coronavirus Resources Center
Official data is also available from State of California Department of Public Health.
I will continue keeping you updated.
Current data is from 04/15/2020 4:20 PM PT from the Johns Hopkins University Coronavirus Resources Center
Official data is also available from State of California Department of Public Health.
I will continue keeping you updated.
CALIFORNIA EXECUTIVE ORDER -EFFECTIVE 03/19/2020 - ACTIVE
Quoting an official State of California statement:
"STAY HOME EXCEPT ESSENTIAL NEEDS
The California State Public Health Officer and Director of the California Department of Public Health is ordering all individuals living in the State of California to stay home or at their place of residence, except as needed to maintain continuity of operation of the federal critical infrastructure sectors, critical government services, schools, childcare, and construction, including housing construction.
Read the full Executive Order here (pdf).
How long will we stay home?
This is in effect since Thursday, March 19, 2020. The order is in place until further notice.
What can I do? What’s open?
Essential services will remain open such as:
Essential state and local government functions will also remain open, including law enforcement and offices that provide government programs and services.
What’s closed?
Where does this apply?
This is in effect throughout the State of California.'
"STAY HOME EXCEPT ESSENTIAL NEEDS
The California State Public Health Officer and Director of the California Department of Public Health is ordering all individuals living in the State of California to stay home or at their place of residence, except as needed to maintain continuity of operation of the federal critical infrastructure sectors, critical government services, schools, childcare, and construction, including housing construction.
Read the full Executive Order here (pdf).
How long will we stay home?
This is in effect since Thursday, March 19, 2020. The order is in place until further notice.
What can I do? What’s open?
Essential services will remain open such as:
- Gas stations
- Pharmacies
- Food: Grocery stores, farmers markets, food banks, convenience stores, take-out and delivery restaurants
- Banks
- Laundromats/laundry services
Essential state and local government functions will also remain open, including law enforcement and offices that provide government programs and services.
What’s closed?
- Dine-in restaurants
- Bars and nightclubs
- Entertainment venues
- Gyms and fitness studios
- Public events and gatherings
- Convention Centers
Where does this apply?
This is in effect throughout the State of California.'
TESTING FOR CORONAVIRUS IN CALIFORNIA
"As of 6 p.m. PDT on March 18, approximately 16,900 tests had been conducted in California. This includes the latest numbers California has received from commercial and private labs. At least 6,300 results have been received and another 10,000+ are pending."
Officially:
"California is expanding coronavirus testing capacity daily.Governor Newsom announced the COVID-19 Testing Task Force, a public-private collaboration that will work with stakeholders across the state to quickly and significantly boost California’s testing capacity. The Task Force plans to scale up testing as demand increases.
During this interim period while testing is expanding, testing is being prioritized for people who:
The California community-based COVID-19 testing program is a state-directed, federally supported program in collaboration with Verily’s Project Baseline which will expand access to COVID-19 screening and testing for high risk individuals, in certain areas of the state. If you are in Santa Clara or San Mateo County, or within 50 miles of the city of Riverside, or the city of Sacramento and want to get tested for COVID-19, you can complete the screener to see if you qualify for testing through this program. You will need internet access and a Google account."
Officially:
"California is expanding coronavirus testing capacity daily.Governor Newsom announced the COVID-19 Testing Task Force, a public-private collaboration that will work with stakeholders across the state to quickly and significantly boost California’s testing capacity. The Task Force plans to scale up testing as demand increases.
During this interim period while testing is expanding, testing is being prioritized for people who:
- have coronavirus symptoms AND
- have one of these risk factors:
- are hospitalized,
- are a resident or staff of long-term health and correctional facilities OR
- work in a healthcare facility, OR
- are in prison OR
- are over 60 years old, have a compromised immune system, or have serious chronic medical conditions.
The California community-based COVID-19 testing program is a state-directed, federally supported program in collaboration with Verily’s Project Baseline which will expand access to COVID-19 screening and testing for high risk individuals, in certain areas of the state. If you are in Santa Clara or San Mateo County, or within 50 miles of the city of Riverside, or the city of Sacramento and want to get tested for COVID-19, you can complete the screener to see if you qualify for testing through this program. You will need internet access and a Google account."
NEW! California is Investing to Protect Vulnerable Younger Californians
Governor Newsom announces $42 million to protect foster youth and families impacted by COVID19. The foster care system has been heavily impacted by COVID-19 due to school closures and social isolation.
To learn how to become a foster parent and to identify the county contact in your area, visit www.cdss.ca.gov or call 1-800-KIDS-4-US (1-800-543-7487).
To learn how to become a foster parent and to identify the county contact in your area, visit www.cdss.ca.gov or call 1-800-KIDS-4-US (1-800-543-7487).
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