A new record 160 cases in one week for Wasco County, up from 109 the week before. ‘
The hospitals in Hood River and The Dalles today are reporting 12 COVID patients between them, down from a record high of 14 last Thursday.
Statewide, hospitalizations are slightly down from a record 1,143 on Sunday, to 1,120 today. Patients in ICUs and on ventilators are also down slightly. The state recorded 40 deaths since last Friday.
NCPHD’s vaccine clinics on Thursdays and Fridays fill fast. Call 541-506-2600 to book an appointment.
Or, walk in to any local pharmacy. All provide Moderna, Safeway and Rite-Aid also have Pfizer.
Wasco County residents get a $50 VISA card for the first dose, including doses from pharmacies and doctor’s offices.
Mid-Columbia Medical Center clinics and One Community Health also offer the vaccine to their patients.