Nine more COVID-19 related deaths were confirmed in Mendocino County yesterday, bringing the total number since the pandemic began, to 84. The age ranges of those deceased are 66 to 96. In light of this tragic week in Mendocino County, Public Health asks all residents to think about the ways they are protecting themselves and their families from COVID-19. The Health Department adds that fully vaccinated people (with Pfizer) over age 65 (or over age 50 with certain health conditions) should strongly consider getting a COVID-19 vaccine booster to improve immunity.