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TD Restaurants, Health District Take a Bite Out of COVID
The Dalles, Positive News Columbia Community Connection 5/12/21 The Dalles, Positive News Columbia Community Connection 5/12/21

TD Restaurants, Health District Take a Bite Out of COVID

A line quickly formed at the Rivertap for the inaugural “Take a Bite Out of COVID” mobile vaccine event May 7. The next event is planned for May 21, with details to follow.

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Indoor Dining to stop Friday as Wasco County moved to 'Extreme Risk'
Home Page, Wasco County Columbia Community Connection 4/27/21 Home Page, Wasco County Columbia Community Connection 4/27/21

Indoor Dining to stop Friday as Wasco County moved to 'Extreme Risk'

With 74 cases of COVID-19 in Wasco County in the most recent 14-day period, and a rapid surge in cases and hospitalizations statewide, the county is one of 15 moving to the extreme risk category on Friday, April 30.

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Social gatherings threatened by COVID-19 spike
Business, Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County Tom Peterson 4/19/21 Business, Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County Tom Peterson 4/19/21

Social gatherings threatened by COVID-19 spike

A third surge of COVID-19 cases has begun in Wasco County, threatening to curtail gatherings, in-door dining and shopping, among other group activities, according to local health officials.

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Volunteers make the difference in local vaccination clinics
Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County Tom Peterson 4/17/21 Home Page, The Dalles, Wasco County Tom Peterson 4/17/21

Volunteers make the difference in local vaccination clinics

North Central Public Health District wishes to thank the many volunteers who have helped make possible our ever-larger and more frequent vaccine clinics, as we work together on our best chance to help end the pandemic.

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Johnson & Johnson Single shot available on Saturday, April 3 in TD
Home Page, Positive News, Wasco County Columbia Community Connection 4/1/21 Home Page, Positive News, Wasco County Columbia Community Connection 4/1/21

Johnson & Johnson Single shot available on Saturday, April 3 in TD

North Central Public Health District (NCPHD) is holding a vaccine clinic this Saturday, April 3, with the one- dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine. To sign up for the clinic, please visit our website at www.ncphd.org.

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Reopening: Wasco County restaurants, gyms, at reduced levels
Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 2/19/21 Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 2/19/21

Reopening: Wasco County restaurants, gyms, at reduced levels

25 percent capacities to be allowed at dine-in restaurants, gyms, and visits at long-term care facilities to open up, with new COVID risk assessment. Learn more here.

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Health District hits 5,517 vaccinations as of Saturday, Feb. 13
Positive News Tom Peterson 2/18/21 Positive News Tom Peterson 2/18/21

Health District hits 5,517 vaccinations as of Saturday, Feb. 13

Through last Saturday, Feb. 13, the entities listed below have administered 5,517 vaccines, including first and second doses. Check here for the breakdown of vaccines by agency or group.

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COVID-19 claims 24th Wasco County Resident
Home Page Tom Peterson 1/31/21 Home Page Tom Peterson 1/31/21

COVID-19 claims 24th Wasco County Resident

North Central Public Health District reports the 24th death in Wasco county due to COVID-19. A resident of Columbia Basin Care passed away on Jan. 27 at Mid-Columbia Medical Center. The resident tested positive on Jan. 22.

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Online COVID Vaccination scheduling made easy; book yours now
Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 1/26/21 Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 1/26/21

Online COVID Vaccination scheduling made easy; book yours now

The North Central Public Health District has streamlined the scheduling system for receiving a COVID-19 vaccination. A new recently launched web page allows you to sign up for your shot in less than a minute - it only requires your name and your email. You will then get a return email to book a time and day for your vaccination.

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COVID takes 23rd person in Wasco County; vaccinations coming for 65 plus, educators
Home Page Tom Peterson 1/22/21 Home Page Tom Peterson 1/22/21

COVID takes 23rd person in Wasco County; vaccinations coming for 65 plus, educators

Sadly, we are reporting a 23rd person has died in Wasco County from COVID-19. Educators and those 65 and older become eligible for the vaccine in the coming days and weeks.

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Free COVID Testing set for Thursday Jan. 21 in TD; Appointment Required
Positive News Tom Peterson 1/19/21 Positive News Tom Peterson 1/19/21

Free COVID Testing set for Thursday Jan. 21 in TD; Appointment Required

A free COVID-19 testing event is taking place this Thursday, Jan. 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Northern Wasco County Aquatic Center parking lot, at 602 W. 2nd St. in The Dalles. Click here to make an appointment.

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Health District Provides Vaccination Distribution Update
Home Page Tom Peterson 1/12/21 Home Page Tom Peterson 1/12/21

Health District Provides Vaccination Distribution Update

Vaccine demand far exceeds supply, so the public’s patience is appreciated. Check here to see who is receiving vaccinations and where the process stands.

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Coronavirus vaccinations begin in Wasco County
Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 12/28/20 Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 12/28/20

Coronavirus vaccinations begin in Wasco County

On Sunday, Dec. 27, the residents and staff of the Oregon Veterans’ Home in The Dalles and The Dalles Health and Rehabilitation, two local skilled nursing facilities, were the first in Wasco County to receive COVID-19 vaccinations.

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Public Heath Website improved to coincide with coronavirus vaccine rollout
Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 12/22/20 Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 12/22/20

Public Heath Website improved to coincide with coronavirus vaccine rollout

In an effort to better inform residents, the North Central Public Health District has created a new website page that provides additional information about the vaccine and its distribution. The site will be updated periodically explaining how vaccines will be administered to locals in the coming days and months.

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Mobile Flu shots available / How to quarantine
Positive News Tom Peterson 12/11/20 Positive News Tom Peterson 12/11/20

Mobile Flu shots available / How to quarantine

The North Central Public Health District is offering mobile flu vaccinations and dispensing up-to-date information on quarantine guidelines for the coronavirus.

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SPIKE: Wasco County has 97 COVID cases in six days
Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 12/10/20 Home Page, Wasco County Tom Peterson 12/10/20

SPIKE: Wasco County has 97 COVID cases in six days

North Central Public Health has found a significant amount of Wasco County’s recent spike in COVID-19 cases is due to Thanksgiving gatherings. From Dec. 3 through Dec. 8 the county recorded 97 cases.

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