Over 200 Hospitalized In Orange County: COVID Cases Grow

The county reports 1,057 new infections Wednesday, raising the cumulative pandemic total to 321,395 cases.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Orange County Area

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Orange County and across CA.

OC Health Care Agency Urges Residents To Enjoy Holidays Safely

The Orange County Health Care Agency issued a few strong COVID-19 safety recommendations, just in time for the holidays.

Omicron Variant: OC's Unwanted Guest As Holidays Arrive

OC's top doc reviews do's & don'ts of the Christmas, New Year's weeks as coronavirus infections rise and OTC tests disappear from shelves.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find Them In Orange County

Boosters available in Orange County help protect against omicron and delta variant infections and lessen symptoms if you do get sick.

First Omicron Case Reported In OC, Hospitalizations Down

The number of Orange County residents hospitalized with the coronavirus has fallen 198 to 193, with 49 of those patients in intensive care.

First Omicron COVID-19 Variant Reported In Orange County

An Orange County resident tested positive for infection by the Omicron COVID-19 variant, the OC Health Care Agency reported Friday.

Orange County Reports First Case Of Omicron Variant Of COVID-19

The county's deputy health officer advised residents to dial down their holiday plans amid increasing COVID-19 concerns.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Orange County Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Orange County.

New Mask Rules In Orange County As State Mandate Returns

What to know about the new mask mandate that took effect Wednesday in Orange County and across California.

Orange County Coronavirus Update: Mask-Up Indoors Until After NYE

Four weeks of mandatory indoor masking begins Wednesday, Orange County Health Care Agency reports. Will it be enough to slow Omicron?

Coronavirus Cases Up 13 Percent Recently In Orange County: CDC

Orange County is part of the national trend of growing coronavirus cases.

Orange County's COVID Cases Grow Amid Concern Of Winter Surge

Orange County's latest figures come two days after local officials reported 1,169 new cases of COVID-19 and nine more deaths associated

Orange County's COVID Hospitalizations Hold Steady

The number of coronavirus patients in Orange County hospitals dipped by one Sunday, amid a rising tide of COVID-19 infections.

COVID-19 Winter Surge May Be Here, OC Doc Says

The increasing case counts "indicates we're heading into a surge," Dr. Regina Chinsio-Kwong said Friday.

Orange County's ICU COVID Patient Totals Increase, JWA Testing

John Wayne Airport travelers will get a boost this week, as COVID tests are made available by OC Supes. Hoag still conducting rapid testing.

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In Orange County: CDC

The rate of new cases has increased recently in Orange County.

Omicron Variant Concerns In Orange County, Hospitalizations Down

In Orange County, the number of coronavirus patients in area hospitals dropped slightly, declining from 184 Saturday to 181 Sunday.

Orange County's COVID-19 Statistics Remain Relatively Flat

The number of coronavirus patients in Orange County hospitals fell to 207 Saturday, down from 219 on Friday.

Free Community Gym Celebrates Life Of OC Personal Trainer

Jae's Gym is a high-end gym and fitness center for low-income families that honors trainer Jae Flores, thanks to Families Together of OC.

Trader Joe’s Recalls Popular Chicken Product

The Trader Joe’s Chile Lime Chicken Burgers and Spinach Feta Chicken Sliders sold at stores in Orange County were recalled Wednesday.

Orange County's COVID-19 Hospitalizations Rise Again

An OC epidemiologist said the rising numbers reflect a "new normal" as the pandemic transitions to an epidemic phase.

Where Orange County Residents Get Vaccinated, 380 New Infections

Hospitalizations ticked down three from Thursday to 212. The number of intensive care unit patients increased by three to 54.

Youth In Orange County To Have Access To COVID-19 Vaccine

The Orange County Health Care Agency announced Wednesday that COVID-19 vaccines for kids ages 5-11 will be offered in the next several days.

Orange County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Orange County compares to the U.S.

'I'll Be First In Line' For Child Vaccine' OC Health Officer Says

Deputy Orange County Health Officer made a passionate plea to parents last week to talk to pediatricians on vaccinating kids age 5 to 11.

OC's COVID-19 Hospitalizations Increase Slightly

Orange County hospitals have 24.4 percent of their ICU beds and 70 percent of their ventilators available, officials said.

Walmart In Orange County Recalls Room Spray Over Deadly Bacteria

An aromatherapy room spray sold at Walmart is linked to two deaths and two other cases of a deadly bacteria, according to the CDC.

Pumpkin Seeds: Orange County Fields Hold The Best Fall Treat

When carving a Halloween jack-o’-lantern from the Orange County area pumpkin fields, save the seeds. Roasting them is a piece of cake.

Orange County's COVID-19 Hospitalizations Back Above 200

The number of coronavirus patients at county hospitals rose to 205, up from 190 on Friday, according to state figures.

300K OC Residents Positive For COVID Since 2020, Flu Season Near

The county also reported 162 new infections and logged three more deaths Tuesday.

COVID-19 Hospitalizations Fall Below 200 In Orange County

"We're in a gradual decline," said Dr. Regina Chinsio-Kwong, the county's deputy county health officer.

Orange County Kaiser Employees Vote To Authorize Strike

If the strike is carried out, Kaiser union officials say it would likely "cripple" the health care giant's operations.

Orange County's COVID-19 Hospitalizations Decline To 252

The county has 22.9% of its ICU beds available and 66% of its ventilators, according to the Orange County Health Care Agency.

OC COVID Hospitalizations On Downward Trend, Vaccinations Climb

The number of fully vaccinated residents in Orange County increased from 2,096,177 last Thursday to 2,115,536 Friday.

COVID-19 Hospitalizations In Orange County On Downward Trend

As the death toll for August jumped by a dozen, Orange County's COVID-19 hospitalizations dipped down again this week.

Smoke Blankets Orange County, But It's Not What You Think

Officials are asking residents not to call 9-1-1 to ask about the smoke, which is coming from Central California.

Buena Park Woman Had OC's First Case Of West Nile Virus: HCA

The woman was hospitalized earlier this month and is recuperating. Cases of West Nile Virus are down in OC compared to previous years.

Families Together OC Expands Virtual Services Monday

The virtual clinic will expand healthcare access for more than 800,000 Medi-Cal patients in Orange County.

Supe Sickened With COVID, 10 More Die Of Virus In Orange County

The summer's coronavirus surge may be at an end, Orange County Health Care officials reported though 10 more deaths are reported.