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Congressman Ted Lieu - Update 12/11/20 - Coronavirus Reminders + Covered CA Open Enrollment

This is a difficult and uncertain period for all of us, when many are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed.

December 11, 2020

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Your weekly reminder:

  1. This is a difficult and uncertain period for all of us, when many are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed. If you are feeling this way, please know that you are not alone. If you need someone to talk to, please call the LA County Department of Mental Health hotline at (800) 854-7771 or text “LA” to 741741. Please also view the CDC’s guidance for coping with stress and anxiety during a pandemic.
  2. If you are in need of food assistance; housing relief; information about COVID-19 testing; and more, please call 2-1-1 or visit 211la.org.

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  • Please remember to get your flu shot to stay healthy this season. It is likely that both COVID-19 and the flu will be present at the same time in LA County this year. You can get a flu shot at any local pharmacy. For quick flu facts and frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and the flu, click here.
  • If you’re an employee and notice a COVID-19 violation in your workplace, you can anonymously report your concerns to the LA County Department of Public Health by calling 1-888-700-9995.

  • In the middle of a pandemic, ensuring Californians have access to quality, affordable health care is more important than ever. Californians can sign up for health care coverage now through Covered California’s open enrollment period. Consumers who shop health care plans during this time will benefit from California’s lowest rate change of 0.5% for 2021. DEADLINE EXTENDED: The deadline to sign up for January 2021 health insurance through Covered California is now December 30. Enroll today at coveredca.com.

  • This press release was produced by the Venice Chamber of Commerce. The views expressed are the author's own.

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