1 Coronavirus Case Confirmed In South Pasadena

South Pasadena CA

18 March, 2020

6:50 PM

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LOS ANGELES, CA — The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 46 more cases of the new coronavirus Wednesday, bringing the county total to 192. The county Department of Public Health (DPH) reminded residents that no city or area is safer than any other. DPH said they are still investigating these cases and will notify close contacts who are household members, intimate partners and healthcare professionals to assess and monitor them for signs and symptoms of illness. All confirmed cases are being isolated and close contacts are quarantined, officials said. Don't miss local and statewide news about coronavirus developments and precautions. Sign up for Patch alerts and daily newsletters. "We will see an increase in positive cases today, tomorrow and for the coming weeks, but that doesn't mean our actions to slow the spread of the virus are not working. The measures we are taking in LA County will help flatten the curve," Barbara Ferrer, PhD, MPH, MEd, Los Angeles County Public Health Director, said. "By slowing the spread of the virus, we will protect our healthcare system and most vulnerable residents." The locations with confirmed coronavirus cases are: Los Angeles County (excluding Long Beach and Pasadena): 180Long Beach: 10Pasadena: 2By City Alhambra — 1Arcadia — 2Beverly Hills — 4Carson — 1Culver City — 2Diamond Bar — 2Gardena — 1Glendale — 4Inglewood — 1La Mirada — 3Los Angeles - Baldwin Hills — 1Los Angeles - Boyle Heights — 5Los Angeles - Brentwood — 2Los Angeles - Century Palms/Cove — 1Los Angeles - Eagle Rock — 1Los Angeles - Encino — 6Los Angeles - Granada Hills — 3Los Angeles - Hollywood — 5Los Angeles - Hollywood Hills — 2Los Angeles - Koreatown — 1Los Angeles - Mar Vista — 1Los Angeles - Melrose — 10Los Angeles - North Hollywood — 2Los Angeles - Northridge — 1Los Angeles - Reseda — 1Los Angeles - San Pedro — 1Los Angeles - Sherman Oaks — 4Los Angeles - Silverlake — 1Los Angeles - Sylmar — 1Los Angeles - Tarzana — 5Los Angeles - Venice — 4Los Angeles - West Adams — 1Los Angeles - West Hills — 3Los Angeles - West Los Angeles — 1Los Angeles - West Vernon — 1Los Angeles - Westchester — 2Los Angeles - Woodland Hills — 3Lynwood — 1Manhattan Beach — 4Monterey Park — 2San Dimas — 1Santa Clarita — 2Santa Monica — 3South Pasadena — 1Torrance — 2Walnut — 1West Hollywood — 11City of Los Angeles - Communities < 25000 — 32County Los Angeles - Unincorporated Areas, Cities and Communities < 25000 — 30These numbers are subject to change based on further investigation, county health official said. There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including: Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.Stay home when you are sick.Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.Follow CDC's recommendations for using a facemask.CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.Related Coverage: Resources To Help Those In Need In LA County Amid CoronavirusLA County Hit With 98 New Coronavirus Cases in 48 HoursWhat You Need To Know About California's Lockdown Of Seniors And The Chronically IllCalifornia Coronavirus: Live Updates On Cases, Updates, Closure