COVID-19 Update 

County Expands COVID-19 Testing Criteria

Due to increased testing capacity, SLO County Public Health is urging anyone with COVID-19 symptoms or anyone who may have been exposed to get tested. Click for a list of testing sites and to make an appointment.

Local Colleges, Universities Can Partially Reopen

On Friday, August 7, State health officials issued new guidance for higher education institutions. The guidance prohibits in-person lectures on campus and only permits labs with small numbers and protective measures in place. County Health Officer, Dr. Penny Borenstein, has reviewed the guidance documents and concurs with the reopening of these sectors in SLO County.

Census Workers Arrive in SLO County

SLO County residents who have not responded to the 2020 US Census may see official census takers at their doors. Household members are encouraged to stay 6' away from census takers during interviews. Responding to the Census takes less than 10 minutes, and a complete count will help ensure SLO County receives our fair share of funding. Residents can complete the Census online by visiting my2020census.gov or by phone at (844) 330-2020.

Officials Work to Contain CMC Outbreak

County Public Health officials are working closely with the California Men’s Colony (CMC) leadership team to manage the COVID-19 outbreak at the facility. Officials say that due to the coordination and collaboration between County Public Health, the prison, local hospitals, and State agencies, SLO County is in a better position compared to other counties that have had similar prison outbreaks.

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