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January 14, 2022
With the current Omicron surge, people across the country are clamoring to get tested for COVID-19. Long lines at testing centers and shortages of over-the-counter rapid test kits have many wondering how to proceed.
January 07, 2022
We now know masks are one of the best ways we can protect ourselves and others against the COVID-19 virus. But with onset of the new Omicron variant, researchers are discovering that not all masks are created equal. Since the Omicron variant is highly transmissible, doctors say you may need to re-think which mask you wear in public.
April 14, 2021
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the CDC recognized face masks, physical distancing, frequent hand washing, and staying home when sick as important tools in helping reduce the spread of Sars-CoV-2. Combined with COVID-19 vaccines, these practices will help reach herd immunity and eventually get us back to “normal.” But it’s too early to relax now.
February 09, 2021
Discussion of double masking has come to light since the discovery of COVID-19 virus variants. Scientists believe it’s possible that some of these new variant strains can spread more easily and quickly than the original. While double masking could help better protect some people from COVID-19, it’s important now more than ever to continue wearing a mask in public, physical distancing, regularly washing your hands, and staying home when sick.
October 12, 2020
Experts from University of Utah Health and other medical institutions around the world agree that wearing a mask is one of the most powerful measures we can take to protect ourselves and slow the spread of COVID-19.
May 06, 2020
The CDC recommends that homemade cloth mask covers can help slow the spread of COVID-19 in a community. Mask covers can limit the spread of germs from the mask wearer to others by helping block large droplets from coughs and sneezes.
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