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COVID-19 Updates (Updated January 11, 2022 - 8:30 a.m.)

City of Stockton COVID Testing Kiosk - January 10, 2022

The City of Stockton and Curative have partnered to offer a downtown COVID-19 testing site:

Appointments take priority over walk-ups
Use the QR code in this flyer to book an appointment or call 1-888-702-9042

Kiosk location - 120 W. Oak St. (behind the Civic Auditorium)
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

This site may close early due to high demand or limited available tests.

This test is offered at no cost. If you have insurance, please bring your insurance card and ID.

California Department of Public Health Updates

Indoor Mask Mandate - Extended through February 15, 2022

Masks are required for all individuals in all indoor public settings, regardless of vaccination status through February 15, 2022 (surgical masks or higher-level respirators are recommended).

CDPH Guidance for Use of Face Coverings (Masks)

Updated Mega Events Guidance Effective January 15, 2022

Changes were announced December 31, 2021: Mega events are indoor events with greater than 500 attendees and outdoor events with 5,000 or more attendees. For those who cannot provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status, testing for Mega Events is required to be conducted within one day for antigen tests, and within two days for PCR tests prior to entry into the facility or venue.

CDPH Guidance for Mega Events

San Joaquin County COVID Orders Updated January 5, 2022

Travel Advisory

The State has issued the following recommendations, which supersede all prior Travel Advisories:

All travelers arriving in or returning to California from other states or countries should follow CDC travel guidance.
All travelers arriving in or returning to California from other states or countries should test 3-5 days upon arrival.
All travelers who test positive or develop symptoms of COVID-19 should isolate and follow public health recommendations
CDPH Travel Guidelines handout
CDPH Spread Joy, Not COVID handout

COVID-19 Testing

Testing is being offered at a number of locations throughout San Joaquin County and by healthcare providers throughout San Joaquin County.

Current list of testing locations throughout San Joaquin County

Vaccinations

Medical Experts Endorse the COVID-19 Vaccine

Pfizer vaccine approved for anybody 5+
Booster shots are recommended for those 16+

Teens ages 16–17 can now get a Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine booster

Vaccination locations are listed on the San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services website.
Homebound COVID-19 Vaccination Survey - San Joaquin County has nurse strike teams available to administer in-home COVID-19 vaccinations for county residents that are homebound.

Everyone who is interested in receiving a vaccination should signup through the State of California website at My Turn - Vaccine Interest Sign-up form. You will be notified when you are eligible to receive a vaccination and be offered the opportunity to schedule a vaccination through the State's website.

Been Vaccinated?

Get a copy of your vaccination record from the California Department of Public Health. Use the following link to access the electronic form. You will be prompted to enter your first name, last name, date of birth, and your cell phone or email, and create a PIN (personal identification number). A link and QR code will be sent directly to you.

Link to Personal Vaccination Record website

The Centers for Disease Control has prepared information about what changes when you are fully vaccinated.

Controlling the Spread of COVID-19

To slow the spread of the virus, please continue to:

Follow CDPH Guidance for Use of Face Coverings (Masks)
Wash your hands regularly - with soap and water;
Covering coughs and sneezes (into elbow, not hands);
Physically distancing, of at least 6 feet, from those who are not members of your household;
Do not mix or gather with people outside of your household; and
Get vaccinated!