So, how is Livingston County doing, COVID-wise?
According to a report issued Feb. 4 by the Livingston County Health Department, January brought with it record high positivity rates for the week of Jan. 14-20, which was attributed to Omicron rates across the nation.
As of Jan. 31, there were 655 weekly cases per 100,000 in Livingston County, a 27% decrease since December, when there were 909 weekly cases per 100,000, but still “incredibly high” when compared to previous peaks in the pandemic, according to the report. Livingston County remains in the “high-risk” category as defined by the CDC.
Those with COVID in Livingston County in January ranged from 5 days old to 102 years old. The average age of those affected was 37, and the majority of COVID cases were seen in those under 60.
While Livingston County’s vaccination rate of 66.4% is higher than the state’s rate of 64.6%, it is still lower than the rate of 80%-90% experts say is needed to reach herd immunity.
The number of positive tests and cases remain “extraordinarily high,” and the health department recommends residents continue to be cautious.
That caution includes being fully vaccinated, wearing high-quality masks and getting tested if you experience symptoms.
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