Marin County COVID-19 Status Update for February 24 includes vaccine eligibility for teachers and other essential workers; new vaccine options at Costco and Walgreens; FREE transit rides to vaccine sites; and updated COVID-19 data.
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The Marin County COVID-19 Status Update is published daily to share important news and resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic and to keep the local economy running. We remain here for you.
Marin to Begin Offering Vaccine to Educators, Other Essential Workers
Having vaccinated more than 60% of all Marin County residents above age 65, Marin County is moving to provide COVID-19 vaccine to educators, food service workers, and other essential workers, following the regulations laid out in the California state vaccination plan.
Starting February 24, all residents who fall into Tier 1 of the current phase of the state plan are eligible to schedule appointments for vaccinations. The following sectors are eligible for vaccinations:
While workers in the five sectors are now eligible to receive a vaccine anywhere in the Bay Area, vaccine appointments remain in limited supply. Vaccine providers remain challenged by limited allocations from state and federal sources. Measures are being taken to reserve doses for those at highest risk, and some health care providers may continue to prioritize vaccine for patients who are 65 and older and have not yet had an opportunity to be vaccinated.
Continuing reading the news release for more details.
Costco and Walgreens join Marin’s Vaccine Provider Line-up
Starting this week, Marin county residents have five new locations to access the COVID-19 vaccine. Walgreens pharmacy, as part of the federal retail pharmacy program, is now offering COVID-19 vaccine appointments in Mill Valley, San Anselmo and two locations in San Rafael. In addition, Costco will provide vaccines at its location in Novato.
Vaccinations are by appointment only. Appointments must be made online. Please do not contact an individual store for an appointment. Visit our Vaccination Options webpage for a full list of vaccine providers in Marin County and details on how to make an appointment.
Taking public transit to your vaccine appointment? Your ride is FREE!
Starting February 24, Marin Transit, SMART, and Golden Gate Transit and Ferry will provide free transit trips to and from vaccination sites for community members with appointments. All three agencies are offering free rides by bus, train, and boat in both directions to mass vaccination sites, hospitals, or anywhere else that is offering vaccinations.
In addition, Marin Transit will offer a shuttle to and from the Larkspur SMART station to the Ferry Terminal vaccine site for those with mobility issues. Riders can follow the directional signage at the exit of the platform leading to the shuttle pickup area. Those who prefer to walk from the station are permitted to access the site on foot or by bike.
To receive a free ride, customers should be ready to show physical or digital confirmation of their same-day vaccine appointment at time of boarding. This joint effort by Marin County transit agencies is aimed at reducing transportation and cost barriers for community members to receive the vaccine.
SMART operates regular service Monday through Friday. Plan your schedule online or by calling 511 or (707) 794-3330, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, except holidays. Marin Transit operates adjusted schedules seven days a week. For schedules and trip-planning assistance, customers may visit marintransit.org or call 511 and say “Marin Transit.” Golden Gate Transit operates adjusted schedules seven days a week and Golden Gate Ferry operates adjusted service Monday through Friday. For schedules and trip-planning assistance, customers may visit goldengate.org or call the Golden Gate Customer Service Center at 415-455-2000. Customer service representatives are available weekdays from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
COVID-19 Data Update:
Below is a summary of today’s data now available on Marin Data & Surveillance webpage. View the page for a broader range of data, plus interactive graphs for confirmed COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths. Data analysis is available by age range, gender, race and city/town/geographic region. Questions about the data? See our Data FAQ or contact us.
COVID-19 Case Data |
Today’s Report |
Change from Yesterday |
|
Total Confirmed Cumulative Cases |
10,862 |
+ 17 |
|
“Active Cases” (Confirmed in Past 14 Days) |
311 |
- 12 |
|
Total Cumulative Deaths |
169 |
0 |
|
Cumulative COVID-19 Hospitalizations |
338 |
0 |
|
Current COVID-19 Hospitalizations |
12 |
- 1 |
|
Current COVID-19 ICU Patient Census |
4 |
- 1 |
|
Tests Conducted Among Marin Residents |
356,297 |
+ 1,576 |
COVID-19 Vaccination Data |
Today’s Report |
Change from Last Status Update |
|
Marin residents vaccinated with at least one dose |
51,526 |
+ 1,196 |
|
Percent of Marin population who have received at least one dose |
19.8 % |
+ 0.5% |
Residential Care & Skilled Nursing Facility COVID-19 data: |
Today’s Report |
Change from Yesterday |
|
Positive Patients at Facilities cumulative |
711 |
0 |
|
Positive Patients at Facilities current |
3 |
-3 |
|
Positive Staff at Facilities current |
3 |
-2 |
|
Facility Patient Deaths |
132 |
0 |
|
Facility Patient Deaths as percentage of all COVID+ deaths |
78.1% |
0 % |
State COVID-19 data: |
Today’s Report |
Change from Yesterday |
|
California Confirmed Cases |
3,455,361 |
+ 5,303 |
|
California Deaths |
49,877 |
+ 314 |
Other Marin County Data Dashboards:
- Vaccination Data
- School -based COVID-19 Transmission Data
- Blueprint for a Safer Economy (“tier status”) Data
Stay Informed
Follow the County of Marin on Facebook, Twitter, Next-door or subscribe to our status updates. Visit MarinHHS.org/coronavirus for resources to stay connected on the issue.
Helpful Links and Online Resources:
- Frequently Asked Questions
- COVID-19 Tests
- COVID-19 Vaccine
- Current Health Orders
- Face Coverings & Masks
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Donation Options
- Business Reopening Guidelines
- Archive of past status updates
Contact Us. We Are Here for You.
Have questions? We are here to help: contact our COVID-19 Response Team. Alternatively, you can contact the statewide COVID-19 Hotline 7 days per week by dialing (833) 422-4255 for general information about state COVID-19 resources. If you’re looking for medicine, medical attention or have a medical related question, please contact your primary care provider or local health clinic. As a reminder, please only call 9-1-1 if you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency.
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