A COVID-19 update for Lexington residents:
We are reporting 1,724 new COVID-19 cases (7-day rolling average: 395/day) for Dec. 30-Jan 3, and the total is incomplete because of the overwhelming surge of new cases. 1/5 #LexingtonKy
This is the first backlog of cases we have experienced since the pandemic began in March 2020. The totals reported will change as cases are entered into the system.
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Our response team continued to work through last week’s holidays, and we are getting back on track by doing abbreviated interviews while still capturing the important information.
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If you are a Lexington resident and tested positive (excluding at-home tests), please visit lfchd.org/COVIDinterview to receive an electronic interview. If you do not have Internet access, please call 859-288-2445.
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We appreciate your patience and assistance as we continue helping Lexington be well during this pandemic.
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Lexington has a new 1-day high of reported COVID-19 cases: 550 on Dec. 29. The previous daily high (494) was from Dec. 28. The city’s 7-day rolling average is up to 295 cases/day. New cases from Dec. 30-Jan. 2 will be reported tomorrow. 1/4
The vaccine is helping protect people from serious illness, including hospitalization. In Fayette County, most cases (56% in December) continue to be among unvaccinated people, and the vast majority (80%) of hospitalizations of Lexington residents are not vaccinated.
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We have all the COVID-19 vaccines (including the pediatric dose for ages 5-11 years) available by same-day appointment every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in our Public Health Clinic at 650 Newtown Pike. Call 859-288-2483 to schedule your COVID-19 vaccine! 3/4