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Oregon: Covid-19 cases and news - 27,601 cases; 475 deaths

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Editor, Senior Moderator
Source: https://www.oregonlive.com/news/2020...in-oregon.html


Coronavirus now in Oregon
Updated 6:43 PM; Today 5:26 PM
By Fedor Zarkhin | The Oregonian/OregonLive

A Washington County teacher is sick with the first presumptive case of the new coronavirus in the state, Oregon health officials said Friday.

The person tested positive for coronavirus. The case needs to be confirmed by federal health officials. The patient is isolated at Kaiser Permanent Westside Medical Center. It is a case of community-spread disease. The person is a teacher at a Clackamas County school and may have exposed people there, health officials said, and had contact with people in Forest Hills Elementary School at Lake Oswego.

The state would not disclose their age, sex or specific condition...

...Now, the school district is shutting down the school where the teacher works so that health officials can do their investigation and talk to employees and let families known their children could have been exposed...
 
From: "Media@cdc.gov (CDC)" <sohco@CDC.GOV>
To: MMWR-MEDIA@LISTSERV.CDC.GOV
Subject: CDC Media Statement: CDC Announces Additional COVID-19 Presumptive Positive Cases
Date: Feb 28, 2020 11:30 PM

Media Statement

For Immediate Release
Friday, Feb. 28, 2020

Contact: CDC Media Relations
(404) 639-3286
CDC Announces Additional COVID-19 Presumptive Positive Cases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is aware of four new presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 announced by state public health authorities who are currently conducting investigations.
  • California has announced a second possible instance of community spread.
  • Oregon has announced its first possible instance of community spread.
  • The state of Washington has announced two presumptive cases. One is likely travel related. The other is the state’s first possible instance of community spread.
Community spread means spread of an illness for which the source of infection is unknown. One previous possible instance of community spread was announced in California on February 26.
The four patients tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19 in their respective states using the CDC-developed rRT-PCR. They are considered presumptive positive cases pending CDC confirmatory testing. However, CDC and State and local public health authorities are proceeding with public health investigations and response activities as if these were confirmed cases.
With both confirmed and presumptive positive cases, CDC recommends healthcare providers follow the Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Patients with Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) or Persons Under Investigation for COVID-19 in Healthcare Settings.
These four cases bring the total number of COVID-19 cases detected through the U.S. public health system to 19.
The federal government has been working closely with state, local, tribal, and territorial partners, as well as public health partners, to respond to this public health threat. Unprecedented, aggressive efforts have been taken to contain the spread and mitigate the impact of this virus. CDC and federal partners have been preparing for the detection of additional instances of person-to-person spread of COVID-19 for weeks. The federal government will continue to respond aggressively to this rapidly evolving situation.
For more information about COVID-19 visit www.cdc.gov/covid19.
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[h=1]Employee at Lake Oswego elementary school presumed to have coronavirus[/h] Updated: 12:29 AM PST February 29, 2020

The person believed to be infected lives in Washington County and is an employee at Forest Hills Elementary School in Lake Oswego, according to Oregon Health Authority.
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It's not known how the person got coronavirus. There is no known travel exposure and it appears to be a case of community spread, officials said.
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The person is being treated in isolation at Kaiser Permanente Westside Hospital in Hillsboro. They've been sick since Feb. 19, OHA said.

https://www.kgw.com/article/news/he...irus/283-62533609-a067-4ac1-823b-b75fe11898fa
 
February 28, 2020 [h=2]Health officials continue investigating as they urge good hand hygiene, covering coughs, staying home if sick[/h]
PORTLAND, Ore.—Oregon Health Authority has confirmed Oregon’s first, presumptive case of novel coronavirus, COVID-19, public health officials announced today.

The case, an adult resident of Washington County, experienced symptoms of COVID-19 beginning Feb. 19, and a sample was collected from the individual today. The sample was sent to the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory in Hillsboro, which used the new COVID-19 test kit it received Wednesday from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The lab tested the sample today—only hours after it validated the new CDC test kit.

“Our first concern is for this individual, to make sure they’re being cared for and is able to recover,” said OHA Director Patrick Allen. “Our next priority is finding out who this individual had contact with and make sure they know about their risks, and to let them know how they can get care if they need it. We said this was a fast-moving situation, and that has proved to be true.”

The case was not a person under monitoring or a person under investigation. The individual had neither a history of travel to a country where the virus was circulating, nor is believed to have had a close contact with another confirmed case—the two most common sources of exposure. As such, public health officials are considering it a likely community-transmitted case, meaning that the origin of the infection is unknown.

“We are awaiting confirmation of the test results from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but at this time we are considering this a presumptive case,” said Dean Sidelinger, MD, MSed. “The person in now appropriate isolation and appropriate care.”

The individual spent time in a school in the Lake Oswego school district and may have exposed students and staff there. Public health officials will investigate potential exposures there and contact employees and families of children to let them know next steps.

The individual has been isolated and is being cared for at Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center in Hillsboro.

OHA epidemiologists are working closely with public health investigators at Washington County Department of Health and Human Services to identify close contacts of the case.

OHA officials continue to recommend people in Oregon take everyday precautions to prevent the spread of many respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19 and influenza:
  • Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue and then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces that are often touched.
  • Take care of your health overall. Staying current on your vaccinations, including flu vaccine, eating well and exercising all help your body stay resilient.
  • Consult CDC’s travel website for any travel advisories and steps to protect yourself if you plan to travel outside of the US.


For more information:
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ERD/Pages/Oregon-First-Presumptive-Case-Novel-Coronavirus.aspx
 
Oregon Health Authority
Page last updated February 28, 2020 [h=2]Health officials continue investigating as they urge good hand hygiene, covering coughs, staying home if sick[/h]
PORTLAND, Ore.—Oregon Health Authority has confirmed Oregon’s first, presumptive case of novel coronavirus, COVID-19, public health officials announced today.

The case, an adult resident of Washington County, experienced symptoms of COVID-19 beginning Feb. 19, and a sample was collected from the individual today. The sample was sent to the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory in Hillsboro, which used the new COVID-19 test kit it received Wednesday from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The lab tested the sample today—only hours after it validated the new CDC test kit.

“Our first concern is for this individual, to make sure they’re being cared for and is able to recover,” said OHA Director Patrick Allen. “Our next priority is finding out who this individual had contact with and make sure they know about their risks, and to let them know how they can get care if they need it. We said this was a fast-moving situation, and that has proved to be true.”

The case was not a person under monitoring or a person under investigation. The individual had neither a history of travel to a country where the virus was circulating, nor is believed to have had a close contact with another confirmed case—the two most common sources of exposure. As such, public health officials are considering it a likely community-transmitted case, meaning that the origin of the infection is unknown.

“We are awaiting confirmation of the test results from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but at this time we are considering this a presumptive case,” said Dean Sidelinger, MD, MSed. “The person in now appropriate isolation and appropriate care.”

The individual spent time in a school in the Lake Oswego school district and may have exposed students and staff there. Public health officials will investigate potential exposures there and contact employees and families of children to let them know next steps.

The individual has been isolated and is being cared for at Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center in Hillsboro.

OHA epidemiologists are working closely with public health investigators at Washington County Department of Health and Human Services to identify close contacts of the case.

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OHA officials continue to recommend people in Oregon take everyday precautions to prevent the spread of many respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19 and influenza:

https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEA...AZ/Pages/emerging-respiratory-infections.aspx
 
Nike closed its worldwide headquarters in Oregon for deep-cleaning after the 1st US coronavirus death

Connor Perrett 43 minutes ago

...
Nike announced Sunday it temporarily closed its corporate headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon in order to deep clean the campus following the first US death from COVID-19 the day prior.

"While we have no information indicating any exposure to Nike employees, out of an abundance of caution, we are conducting a deep cleaning of campus," a Nike spokesperson told KGW, the Portland, Oregon, NBC-affiliated station. "All WHQ buildings and facilities, including fitness centers, will be closed over the weekend."
...
https://www.businessinsider.com/nik...dquarters-in-oregon-after-1st-us-death-2020-3
 
Source: https://ktvz.com/top-stories/2020/03/01/oregon-confirms-2nd-positive-case-of-covid-19/

By KTVZ news sources
today at 7:24 pm
Published
March 1, 2020
7:12 pm
Oregon confirms 2nd positive case of COVID-19
Contact of initial, presumptive positive case didn't need medical attention
(Update: Adding Gov. Kate Brown statement)

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon Health Authority announced Sunday night the second presumptive case of COVID-19 in Oregon: a Washington County resident who is an adult household contact of the initial presumptive positive case, announced late Friday.

"The second adult did not require medical attention," the agency said. "The individual was identified as a contact of the first person during the public health investigation. The individual remains isolated at home."

The presumptive positive test result for novel coronavirus was one of nine total tests completed Sunday by the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory. Eight other tests were negative...
 
Source: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEA...AZ/Pages/emerging-respiratory-infections.aspx

[h=2]Situation in Oregon[/h] Data will be updated daily, last updated 3/1/2020.



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[TD="bgcolor: #cff9f3"]2[/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 1"]6[/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 1"]2[/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 1"]Current[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 1"]86[/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 1"]PUM who have completed monitoring without developing symptoms[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 1"]231[/TD]
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[TD="colspan: 1"] Total PUM since 1/24/2020[/TD]
[TD="colspan: 1"]317[/TD]
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Source: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ERD/Pages/Second-Positive-Case-of-COVID-19-Appears-in-Oregon.aspx
[h=1]Second Positive Case of COVID-19 Appears in Oregon[/h] March 1, 2020
[h=2]A media call is scheduled for 7 p.m. PST. Call in: 877-411-9748 participant code: 8492148[/h] The Oregon Health Authority announced the second presumptive case of COVID-19 in Oregon. The second case is a Washington County resident who is an adult household contact of the initial presumptive positive case. The second adult did not require medical attention. The individual was identified as a contact of the first person during the public health investigation. The individual remains isolated at home.
This presumptive positive test result was one of 9 total tests completed today by the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory. Eight other tests were negative.
When a positive test result occurs, state and local public health officials conduct what is known as contact tracing which is a way to identify and notify others who have been in close proximity to the person who has tested positive. Health officials continue to follow up with these individuals.
Public interest and inquiries about COVID-19 have centered on the testing process. The following information is to help inform persons about this process:
  • A presumptive case of COVID-19 was announced February 28. The testing process is two tiered. The first test is done by the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory and a second test to confirm is conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The results of the second (CDC) test have to be received on the presumptive case.
  • Testing is only done upon request of a health care provider and is based on symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath), travel to an affected area and exposure to a person or persons who have traveled to an affected area.
  • Testing only occurs in state public health labs and at the CDC.
  • The Oregon State Public Health Laboratory has materials to process up to 80 tests a day and is building surge capacity if needed. Supplies are on hand to perform approximately 1,500 tests; and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has pledged to replenish Oregon’s capacity as needed.
Because the current presumptive case of COVID-19 is affiliated with a local school, the Oregon Health Authority and the Oregon Department of Education partnered to create an “Information for Families and Schools” Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document. Additional updated information, including daily tracking of Persons Under Investigation (PUIs) and Persons Under Monitoring (PUMs) is available at www.healthoregon.org\coronavirus.
The public is encouraged to find additional information through these resources:
On Wednesday, February 27, Oregon Governor Kate Brown launched the Coronavirus Response Team (CRT). The Oregon Health Authority and state agencies have worked through the weekend to address the spread of this new disease. The response team is tasked with coordinating state and local agencies and health authorities in preparation for response to the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.




[h=2]Media contact[/h] [h=3]Robb Cowie[/h] [h=4]OHA External Relations[/h] 503-421-7684
phd.communications@dhsoha.state.or.us
[h=2]Stay connected[/h]
 
Source: https://www.kxly.com/patient-with-p...at-wildhorse-resort-and-casino-officials-say/

Patient with presumptive case of COVID-19 works at Wildhorse Resort and Casino, officials say
Posted: March 2, 2020 12:24 PM
by David Mann

UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. — Oregon’s third presumptive positive case of novel coronavirus has been identified in a Umatilla County resident, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) announced Monday. The patient was hospitalized in Walla Walla.

The Confederate Tribes of Umatilla Indian Reservation said the patient works at Wildhorse Resort and Casino outside Pendleton. The reservation said the casino will be temporarily closed to be sanitized starting Monday at noon. All community events on the Umatilla Indian Reservation from Mar. 2 to Mar. 8 have been canceled...
 
Source: https://www.klamathfallsnews.org/news/four-new-coronavirus-cases-confirmed-in-oregon


Four new Coronavirus cases confirmed in Oregon
March 07, 2020/ Press Release
OHA reports first case of presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Klamath County

Oregon health officials have identified four new presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 among residents in Jackson, Klamath and Washington counties.

State and local health officials are moving quickly to contact people who may have been in close contact with the individuals who tested as presumptively positive cases. Three of the new cases are travel-related; one was a contact of a known case.

The Oregon State Public Health Laboratory tested 42 samples from 22 people yesterday (March 6, 2020), yielding the 4 presumptive positive cases and 18 negatives...
 
Source: https://www.wweek.com/news/2020/03/07/seven-people-in-oregon-now-have-coronavirus/


Seven People in Oregon Now Have Coronavirus
Two of the four people diagnosed with COVID-19 live in Washington County, on Portland’s western edge.
By Aaron Mesh |
Published 11:26 AM Updated 11:39 AM



...Two of the four people diagnosed with COVID-19 live in Washington County, on Portland's western edge, while two live in the Southern Oregon counties of Jackson and Klamath. Health officials say three of the four cases were related to international travel, while one was probably contracted locally...
 
[h=1]Four new coronavirus cases confirmed in Oregon[/h]

March 7, 2020

Oregon health officials have identified four new presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 among residents in Jackson, Klamath and Washington counties.

State and local health officials are moving quickly to contact people who may have been in close contact with the individuals who tested as presumptively positive cases. Three of the new cases are travel-related; one was a contact of a known case.

The Oregon State Public Health Laboratory tested 42 samples from 22 people yesterday (March 6, 2020), yielding the 4 presumptive positive cases and 18 negatives.


Oregon residents who would like more information on COVID-19 can call 211.

OHA continues to recommend that all people in Oregon take everyday precautions to prevent the spread of many respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19 and influenza:
  • Stay home while you are sick.
  • Never visit a hospital or long-term-care facility if you have a fever or cough illness.
  • Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue and then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces that are often touched.
  • Take care of your health overall. Staying current on your vaccinations, including flu vaccine, eating well and exercising all help your body stay resilient.
  • Consult CDC’s travel website for any travel advisories and steps to protect yourself if you plan to travel outside of the US.
Most people with COVID-19 have mild symptoms. If you are feeling sick with mild symptoms and do not need to seek medical care, stay home while you recover. If you are sick and plan to seek care, please call before going in for care so arrangements can be made to prevent exposing others. For urgent medical needs, call 911.

For more information:
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ERD/Pages/four-new-coronavirus-cases-confirmed-oregon.aspx
 
[h=1]Testing Limitations May Conceal Coronavirus Spread In Oregon[/h] Right now, the Oregon Health Authority is limiting testing to patients who have severe pneumonia requiring hospitalization and to people who have had contact with confirmed coronavirus cases. They just don’t have enough tests to check everyone. That means, until more testing happens, there’s no real way of knowing how far the disease has spread in Oregon.

https://www.opb.org/news/article/coronavirus-spread-oregon-testing-limits-pneumonia/
 
Jackson and Klamath are southern Oregon
Umatilla is directly northeast of Portland And it’s probably considered “central and gorge”

Washington county is just outside of Portland to the west but not all the way to the coast so probably considered Portland metro area.
 
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