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COVID-19 resources

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Berkeley to close all COVID-19 testing sites this month

Avatar photo by Ally Markovich Feb. 08, 2023, 1:21 p.m.February 8, 2023

The city’s last testing site, at San Pablo Park, will close Feb. 23. BUSD’s testing site at the Berkeley Adult School will close Feb. 17.

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It’s ‘time to mask’: COVID cases are on the rise in Berkeley

Avatar photoAvatar photo by Supriya Yelimeli and Azucena Rasilla Dec. 15, 2022, 8:01 a.m.December 19, 2022

We spoke to Berkeley and Alameda County health officials about testing, masking, boosters and other advice for a safe holiday gathering.

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What you need to know about getting the omicron booster in Alameda County

Avatar photo by Brian Krans Sept. 19, 2022, 3:05 p.m.September 19, 2022

Experts recommend scheduling an appointment before the fall and winter months.

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Here’s what you should know about the COVID surge in Berkeley

Avatar photo by Ally Markovich July 21, 2022, 1:59 p.m.August 4, 2022

Case rates are “plateauing at a high rate,” fueled by the BA.5 variant.

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Yes, it’s a surge: Wastewater tests reveal high level of COVID-19 in East Bay

Avatar photo by Azucena Rasilla May 19, 2022, 2:42 p.m.May 19, 2022

Health experts say positive cases are underreported, but high vaccination rates have meant fewer hospitalizations and deaths.

Mobile COVID Testing bus
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COVID-19 boosters, vaccines are available in Berkeley

Avatar photo by Supriya Yelimeli Feb. 14, 2022, 2:39 p.m.August 4, 2022

The city is offering pop-up sites this week to get COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

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Having problems ordering your free rapid COVID-19 tests from USPS?

Avatar photo by Supriya Yelimeli Jan. 18, 2022, 4:59 p.m.January 21, 2022

Roommates, large families, and live-work residents have encountered some challenges accessing tests from the federal government.

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Berkeley is increasing COVID-19 testing availability. Here’s where you can book a test.

Avatar photo by Supriya Yelimeli Jan. 11, 2022, 4:59 p.m.August 4, 2022

Testing demand has increased sharply with a surging Omicron variant.

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Swap your cloth mask for a KN95 or N95. Rethink socializing. And more expert omicron advice.

Avatar photo by Azucena Rasilla Jan. 07, 2022, 1:32 p.m.July 28, 2022

We asked UCSF’s Dr. Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo how people can stay safe in the face of the latest COVID-19 variant.

Marvin Reed after getting second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Golden Gate Fields.
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Omicron is surging, but experts say Berkeley has the tools to stay safe

Avatar photo by Supriya Yelimeli Dec. 22, 2021, 2:24 p.m.August 4, 2022

Doctors say residents now have added protections to help them stay safe.

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Berkeley, Bay Area health officers recommend mask use indoors amid rising COVID-19 cases

Avatar photo by Supriya Yelimeli July 16, 2021, 12:21 p.m.October 4, 2022

The mask recommendation applies to both vaccinated and unvaccinated residents in an effort to prevent COVID-19 virus spread among all groups.

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Scarred but resilient: Telegraph Avenue emerges from the pandemic

Avatar photo by Berkeleyside staff June 24, 2021, 1:37 p.m.October 4, 2022

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