Ventura County Public Health is reporting increases in COVID-19 cases.
The community is urged to use caution.
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One thing we know for sure – every community member can help control the spread of COVID-19 in Ventura County. From wearing a mask to washing your hands to maintaining physical distance and avoiding gatherings, each of us can follow proven public health practices that not only reduce our own chance of getting infected but also prevent the spread of COVID-19 to our coworkers, friends and loved ones. |
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We need your help in slowing the spread of COVID-19.
Another thing that will help is testing as many people as possible. COVID-19 Testing is available for free. No appointment needed. No insurance needed. No cost. Anyone can get tested for any reason. The test is a self administered swab to the nose. It's quick and easy.
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WHY DOES TESTING MATTER?
Testing many community members, including those who have no symptoms, who show symptoms of infection such as trouble breathing, fever, sore throat or loss of the sense of smell and taste, and who may have been exposed to the virus will help prevent the spread of COVID-19 by identifying people who are in need of care quickly. A positive test early in the course of the illness enables individuals to isolate themselves – reducing the chances that they will infect others and allowing them to seek treatment earlier, likely reducing disease severity and the risk of long-term disability, or death.
Testing of people who have been in contact with others who have a documented infection is also important. A negative test doesn’t mean you’re in the clear; you could become infectious later. Therefore, even if you test negative, you need to continue to protect yourself and others by washing your hands frequently, physically distancing, and wearing a face mask. A positive test makes it clear that you have to isolate yourself, and that others with whom you have been in contact since the time of your exposure should also get tested.
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ANTIBODY TESTING
Free COVID-19 IgG antibody tests will be offered at more than a dozen sites throughout Ventura County between November 9th- 20th.
IgG antibody tests indicate whether an individual has been exposed to COVID-19 and developed antibodies. A blood sample is taken and later tested at a lab. Testing is free, open to the general public, no appointment is necessary, and will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. No I.D. is required, and test results are private and HIPAA compliant. Results will be available to the test participant within 24-48 hours online or by smartphone.
The study is designed to specifically learn: What is the prevalence of COVID-19 antibodies among the general population of Ventura County? What is the difference in prevalence among segments of the population who are highly exposed or highly vulnerable? How do antibody levels change over time in individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 antibodies? And what is the false-positive rate of the specific antibody tests used in the County?
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COVID-19 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
County of Ventura: Please see Ventura County's FAQs for answers to frequently asked questions about gathering, social distancing and the local health order.
City of Camarillo: Please see Camarillo's FAQs for answers to frequently asked questions about City services and facilities, community resources, senior services, trash and recycling, closures and cancellations, and common questions we have received at City Hall from our community members.
To subscribe to regular COVID updates from Ventura County, click here.
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WELLNESS
We are all experiencing “COVID-Fatigue” but, as we continue to reopen our community, it is more important than ever that we continue to work together and protect the most vulnerable in our community. Please do your part to help slow the spread--wear a mask! We’re all in this together!
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Kind Regards,
Michelle Glueckert D’Anna
Community Relations Officer
601 Carmen Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010
Beginning June 29, 2020, Camarillo City Hall will be open to the public, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: Face coverings are required to enter City Hall.
We encourage all community members to continue to utilize services that are available online, or over the phone, as much as possible in order to maintain social distancing and help slow the spread of COVID-19.
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