ORANGE Status | 7-day rolling average cases per day per 100,000 residents: 10.41 | Positivity Rate: 9.66%
CDC Week 27 Epidemiological Analysis: (from JCHD Epidemiologist, Sara Wilton)
Our weekly case count and percent positivity have both increased over the past week. In week 27, our color status has changed to orange with a 7-day rolling average of 10.41 cases per day, per 100,000 residents. The threshold for orange status is 10 cases per day per 100,000 residents. This is the first week back in orange status since week 17, April 25-May 1, 2021.
JCHD was notified of the first case of Delta variant in Jefferson County. Delta variant seems to spread more easily and quickly, which may lead to more cases of COVID-19. An increase in the number of cases will put more strain on healthcare resources, lead to more hospitalizations, and potentially more deaths. At this time, studies suggest that the current authorized vaccines work on the circulating variants reducing the risk of hospitalization or death from Covid-19.
JCHD continues to recommend prevention measures including wearing a mask if you aren’t vaccinated, hand washing, staying home if you are sick, avoiding large gatherings and getting tested if you are sick, and getting vaccinated if you are eligible. Each of these layers of protection not only keep us safe as individuals, but also reduce the risk of transmission protecting our families, friends, and the community.
CDC Week 27 Epi Report:
CDC Week 27 Vaccine Report:
COVID-19 Case Updates: (as of 7/14/2021)
Total Cases: 24,386
Active Cases: 249
Total Deaths: 255
No additional deaths reported
COVID-19 Vaccine Updates:
68,512, or 30.45%, of Jeffco residents have been fully vaccinated
COVID-19 vaccination is now available for those 12 years of age and older
An estimated 185,536 JeffCo residents 14+ years old are eligible to receive the vaccine
Estimated population including 12/13-year-olds could not be found, therefore isn’t included in the estimated eligible population data
Of the 14+ eligible population, 36.55% have been fully vaccinated
To find COVID-19 Vaccination near you, visit:
- Missouri Site- https://covidvaccine.mo.gov/find/#navigator
- Federal Site- https://www.vaccines.gov
