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A Guide to the CDC's new COVID Isolation Rules

Submitted by mike kraft on Tue, 2022-01-11 11:41

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Confused By The CDC's New COVID Isolation Rules? Here's A Clear Guide.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance for isolating is dense and can be somewhat confusing — especially since the rules seem to be in constant flux based on community transmission levels and people’s vaccination status. But here, we break it down, clear and simple, so you know if, when, and how you need to isolate.

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Georgia school district, Washington University, to resume classes on-line

Submitted by mike kraft on Fri, 2021-12-31 12:39

Georgia schools going virtual due to COVID spike | AP News JONESBORO, Ga. (AP) — One of Georgia's largest school districts will start the second semester virtually amid the state's surge in COVID cases. Clayton County Public Schools south of Atlanta said Thursday students will learn remotely from Jan. AP NEWS

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CDC warns against cruises, even for the vaccinated

Submitted by mike kraft on Thu, 2021-12-30 18:01

CDC warns against cruises, regardless of vaccination status | AP News MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned people on Thursday not to go on cruises, regardless of their vaccination status, because of onboard outbreaks fueled by the omicron variant. AP NEWS

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The CDC said it has more than 90 cruise ships under investigation or observation as a result of COVID-19 cases. The agency did not disclose the number of infections.

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OVERVIEW: South Africa relaxes isolation reqirements and other international developments,

Submitted by mike kraft on Fri, 2021-12-24 10:09

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now Here's what you need to know about the coronavirus right now: Reuters Reuters

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UK preliminary data suggests hospitalization is less likely with omicron

Submitted by mike kraft on Thu, 2021-12-23 19:09

UK data suggests hospitalization is less likely with omicron | AP News LONDON (AP) — Preliminary data suggests that people with the omicron variant of the coronavirus are 50% to 70% less likely to be hospitalized than those with the delta strain, Britain’s public health agency announced Thursday in a finding that one researcher called “a small ray of sunlight.” AP NEWS

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Wearing masks cuts Covid incidence by 53%, says global study

Submitted by mike kraft on Thu, 2021-11-18 18:09

Mask-wearing cuts Covid incidence by 53%, says global study Researchers said results highlight the need to continue with face coverings, social distancing and handwashing alongside vaccine programmes the Guardian

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Florida courts, local government ease COVID restrictions

Submitted by mike kraft on Tue, 2021-11-16 10:49

Courts, local government ease COVID restrictions in Florida ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A local government and courts in Florida are easing up on COVID-19 restrictions as the state's virus caseload has declined in recent weeks. Starting Monday, wearing face masks and social distancing became optional in Florida's courthouses. AP NEWS

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In an order, Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles Canady cited the fact that almost 70% of eligible Florida residents were fully vaccinated and the number of cases in the state has dropped sharply. ...

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Masks offer the greatest protection indoors but other public-health measures matter, too --New study .

Submitted by mike kraft on Thu, 2021-11-04 18:14

When are masks most useful? COVID cases offer... Nature - Masks offer the greatest protection indoors and during long exposures to people infected with the coronavirus — but other public-health measures matter, too. Remmel, Ariana nature

An analysis of hundreds of COVID-19 cases suggests that face masks are most protective in specific circumstances, such as exposure to a person with COVID-19 that lasts for more than three hours or that takes place indoors¹.

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For indoor holiday parties, CDC advises using a window fan to circulate the air

Submitted by mike kraft on Tue, 2021-10-05 21:24

CDC's holiday party guidance: Window fans The agency's guidance on upcoming celebrations includes gathering outdoors and staying 6 feet apart. NBC News

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's recommendations for the upcoming holiday season include the idea of using a window fan to keep air at an indoor party as fresh as possible. ...

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