Press release from the Humboldt County Joint Information Center:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices reported a likely association between the Pfizer and Moderna mRNA vaccines and “extremely rare” cases of myocarditis — inflammation of the heart muscle — and pericarditis — inflammation of the outer lining of the heart.

The committee reviewed data on 1,226 cases of reported myocarditis or pericarditis out of 319 million doses of vaccine given, which represents 12.6 cases per million second doses administered. The agency determined cases were most common in males 12 to 30 years of age and occurred more often within several days of receiving a second dose but found that most were mild and individuals recovered on their own or required minimal treatment.

CDC continues to recommend that all people age 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID-19, stating, “The known and potential benefits of COVID-19 vaccination outweigh the known and potential risks, including the possible risk of myocarditis or pericarditis.” The Food and Drug Administration will add a warning to the Pfizer and Moderna fact sheets but does not recommend pausing use of either vaccine.

Anyone with questions about COVID-19 vaccines is encouraged to speak with their medical provider. Read more at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/myocarditis.html. 

14 New Cases Reported Today; Vaccination Clinics Planned Throughout County 

Fourteen new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Humboldt County today, bringing to 4,528 the total number of county residents who have tested positive. One resident in their 60s was hospitalized with the virus. 

Humboldt County Public Health will hold vaccination clinics in multiple locations from Bridgeville to McKinleyville over the next week. All Public Health clinics are open to walk-ins. Those who would like to make an appointment in advance may do so at MyTurn.ca.gov. See the schedule of Public Health’s clinics below. 

Bridgeville – Friday, June 25 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bridgeville Baptist Church (48215 Alderpoint Road)
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson 

Eureka – Saturday, June 26 – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 
Eureka High School cafeteria (1915 J St.)
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson

McKinleyville – Monday, June 28 – 10 a.m. to noon
McKinleyville Trailer Park (2331 Central Ave.)
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson

Manila – Tuesday, June 29 – 10 a.m. to noon
Manila RV Campground (120 Mill St.)
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson

Petrolia – Wednesday, June 30 – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Mattole Grange (36512 Mattole Road)
Pfizer/Johnson & Johnson

The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is authorized for those 18 and older. People age 12 and older can receive the Pfizer vaccine. A parent or guardian must accompany minor children to the clinic. Minor consent forms can be printed and filled out in advance of the clinic.  

English: humboldtgov.org/MinorConsentEnglish
Español: humboldtgov.org/MinorConsentEspanol

COVID-19 vaccine is also available at many local pharmacies. Check availability at vaccines.gov, or text a ZIP code to 438829 to find a participating pharmacy nearby. Most pharmacies allow walk-ins. 

View the Humboldt County Data Dashboard online at humboldtgov.org/dashboard, or go to humboldtgov.org/DashboardArchives to download today’s data.

For the most recent COVID-19 information, visit cdc.gov or cdph.ca.gov. Local information is available at humboldtgov.org or by contacting covidinfo@co.humboldt.ca.us or calling 707-441-5000.

Sign up for COVID-19 vaccination: MyTurn.ca.gov
Check for vaccine availability at a local pharmacy: Vaccines.gov
Local COVID-19 vaccine information: humboldtgov.org/VaccineInfo
Humboldt County COVID-19 Data Dashboard: humboldtgov.org/Dashboard
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