After more than two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, new guidance has been released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), easing or ending several recommendations. The CDC claims that the vast majority of the U.S. population has gained some COVID-19 protection through previous infection, vaccination, or a …
Mask-wearing recommendations have been loosened by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Currently, with 70% of the nation residing in low- or medium-risk counties, only individuals in high-risk areas are recommended to wear masks in indoor settings. COVID-19 Community Levels can be used to determine the risk level …
Since the free at-home rapid antigen COVID-19 testing kits were offered, over 50 million have received them. For those that obtained the free kits but have not used them yet, it is important to know these tests have a limited shelf life. Luckily, the Food and Drug Administration has stated …
The start of any year is typically marked with well-intentioned goals to set the optimistic tone for the rest of the year. Some goals are maintained throughout the year while others don’t make it more than a few months. Setting yourself up for success is crucial since resolutions are often …
On October 20, 2021, the plan to vaccinate children between the ages of 5 and 11 was released by the White House. The Biden administration is currently awaiting authorization from the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for this age group. However, in anticipation of the impending approval, vaccines have been obtained …
