The rate of COVID-19 infections in Clallam County is very high, much higher than any time in 2020. Professionals and business owners should be setting an example by having all employees wear masks.
Professionals and business owners who chose to not wear masks in public are putting their own interests ahead of the health needs of others and of our medical community and society.
The state case rate was 185 at the end of April, 2022. According to our County Health Officer Allison Berry, the case rate in Clallam County is higher, incredibly higher, at least 403. We pay her to warn us, she has. She “strongly recommends masking in indoor spaces.”
Long COVID is common, in up to 30-60% of infected people.
Long term COVID damage to overall health includes increased blood clots, and damage to the heart, brain, and lungs.
COVID can cause long term mental health problems.
COVID in children is common, as is long term damage.
The government has lost heart to mandate masks, actively engage in community education, or provide economic support for sick people.
You have the freedom to wear a mask and the freedom to shop where it’s safe.
It’s up to us to protect ourselves and our community.
(The graphics above are from the Washington State COVID-19 dashboard)