First, it’s important to stress that Santa Cruz county is a “moderate risk” community for the corona virus…. As so designated by local health officers. However, the number of cases rose to seven last night.
According to county spokesman Jason Hoppin the latest confirmed cases are believed to be community spread.
On a broader level… the federal government is easing restrictions on those being tested. Previously… you had to have contact with an infected person or traveled to an infected area to get tested for the corona virus. Now anyone who suspects they may be infected can be tested.
