Santa Clara County faces COVID surge as Omicron variant takes hold
Cases rise rapidly, straining hospitals and businesses
County officials urge residents to get vaccinated and boosted, wear masks, and stay home if sick
Santa Clara County is facing a surge in COVID-19 cases as the Omicron variant takes hold. The county's seven-day average of new cases has more than doubled in the past week, and hospitalizations are also on the rise. The surge is straining hospitals and businesses, and county officials are urging residents to take precautions to protect themselves and others.
The Omicron variant is more transmissible than previous variants of the virus, and it is causing a surge in cases across the country. In Santa Clara County, the Omicron variant now accounts for more than 95% of new cases. The variant is also more likely to cause breakthrough infections in people who are vaccinated, although vaccinated people are still much less likely to get seriously ill or die from COVID-19.
The surge in cases is putting a strain on Santa Clara County's hospitals. The county's hospitals are currently at about 90% capacity, and the number of patients with COVID-19 is increasing. The surge is also causing staffing shortages at hospitals, as healthcare workers are getting sick or exposed to the virus.
The surge in cases is also having a negative impact on businesses. Many businesses are reporting a decrease in customers, and some businesses are being forced to close temporarily due to staffing shortages. The county's economy is likely to be further impacted as the surge continues.
County officials are urging residents to take precautions to protect themselves and others from COVID-19. Residents are urged to get vaccinated and boosted, wear masks in public indoor settings, and stay home if they are sick. Residents should also get tested for COVID-19 if they have any symptoms, even if they are mild.
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