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Date:Monday, November 17, 2025 4:39:09 PM
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Subject: “6 months and older”
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Health & Safety Law 101025 “preserve & protect”
https://www.buttecounty.net/DocumentCenter/View/16693/Public-Health-Urges-Residents-
to-Protect-Against-Respiratory-Illness-PDF
diana dreiss
Public Health Administration Monica Soderstrom, RN, PHN, Director
Dr. Jarett Beaudoin, MD, MPH, Health Officer
202 Mira Loma Drive T: 530.552.4000
Oroville, California 95965 F: 530.538.2164
buttecounty.net/publichealth
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 13, 2025
Public Health Urges Butte County Residents to Protect Against
Fall/Winter Respiratory Illnesses
Vaccines Continue to Provide the Best Protection Against Severe Illness
BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. – Butte County Public Health (BCPH) urges residents to protect themselves
against respiratory viruses as we enter the fall/winter seasons. The best way to protect yourself and your
family is for everyone, aged six months and older, to get vaccinated against the flu and stay up to date
with the latest COVID-19 vaccine. In addition to staying current on vaccinations, BCPH encourages
residents to take further preventive measures to prevent respiratory illnesses.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH), in partnership with the West Coast Health Alliance
(CA, OR, WA, and HI), recently released vaccine recommendations for the 2025-26 respiratory virus
season. These recommendations are based on strong scientific evidence and proven research to help
protect residents. Additionally, on September 17, California updated state law (AB 144) to ensure
Californians have access to life-saving vaccines.
2025-26 Respiratory Vaccine Recommendations
Influenza:
• Everyone: 6 months and older
COVID-19:
• Children: All children 6-23 months; All children 2-18 years with risk factors or who have never
been vaccinated against COVID-19; All children with close contact with others with risk factors.
o All children whose guardians choose protection for them
• Adults: All adults age 65 years or older; All adults ages 18-64 years with risk factors; All adults
with close contact with others with risk factors.
o All adults who choose protection
• Pregnancy: All pregnant, postpartum, and lactating.
RSV:
• Adults: All adults 75 years or older, and adults 50-74 years with risk factors
• Pregnancy (October - January 30): Pregnant between 32-36 weeks of gestational age
Currently only recommended once in life, not each pregnancy
• Children (October - March): All children 8 months or younger can receive the RSV antibody if
mother was not vaccinated during pregnancy. Children 8-19 months entering their second RSV
season are eligible if they have risk factors.
Free Community Flu Vaccination Clinics
Residents can get the annual flu vaccine from their healthcare provider, local pharmacy, or by visiting a
community flu vaccination clinic. A list of local flu clinics can be found by visiting:
www.buttecounty.net/952/Get-Vaccinated. BCPH recommends that residents talk with their trusted doctor
or healthcare provider about preventing respiratory illnesses and the importance of vaccinations.
Are Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines Covered by Insurance?
CDPH’s recommended vaccines will continue to be covered by health care insurers regulated by the
State of California. They can be received at your local pharmacy, from your healthcare provider, or
through other authorized vaccine providers. To schedule your vaccine appointment, contact your
healthcare provider, local pharmacy or visit myturn.ca.gov. Check with your insurance provider if you
have questions. The BCPH Health Clinic in Chico and Oroville provides no-cost flu vaccines to eligible
children through the Vaccines for Children Program.
In addition to getting a flu and COVID-19 vaccine, BCPH recommends five tips to protect against winter
viruses:
• Stay Home if You're Sick, Test for COVID-19 and Get Treatment
Staying home when you're sick slows the spread of flu, COVID-19 and RSV. If you're sick,
remember to test for COVID-19 and contact your doctor immediately if you're positive to discuss
treatment options. Treatments work best when started right after symptoms begin. Keep sick
children home from school according to the school’s sick child policy.
• Consider Wearing a Mask
Wearing a mask can significantly slow the spread of respiratory illnesses and protect those who
are at risk for severe complications such as babies and young children who do not yet have
immunity and are too young to wear a mask themselves, and older adults and people with certain
underlying medical conditions. Wearing a mask in public indoor places is a good way to limit the
spread of germs.
• Wash Your Hands
Frequent handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is an easy and effective
way to prevent getting sick and spreading germs.
• Cover Your Cough or Sneeze
Remember to cough or sneeze into your elbow, your arm, or a disposable tissue to help prevent
the spread of winter viruses. Make sure to wash or sanitize your hands and dispose of your tissue
after.
Those who have flu-like symptoms should contact their healthcare provider right away. Symptoms include
fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches and fatigue. If you are
sick, stay home from work or school until your illness is over.
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