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Masks: Study on masks vs N95 respirators for health workers spurs concerns

Submitted by mike kraft on Thu, 2023-02-23 10:32

COMMENTARY: Wear a respirator, not a cloth or surgical mask, to protect against respiratory viruses CIDRAP

Two recent publications conclude there are no differences between surgical masks and respirators for preventing person-to-person transmission of infectious respiratory viruses like SARS-CoV-2 and influenza. But these studies are deeply flawed.

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The new claims that masks are not effective come under scrutiny

Submitted by mike kraft on Wed, 2023-02-22 18:03

The new scientific review on masks and Covid isn’t what you think A meta-analysis seeks to be the last word on the effectiveness of masks, but finding answers in science isn’t that easy. Kelsey Piper Vox

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Inspector general report says FEMA's wasted money in COVID emergency efforts to fly in PPE equipment

Submitted by mike kraft on Mon, 2023-02-20 10:34

OIG Finds Failings with Project Airbridge, FEMA’s COVID-19 Response - HS Today OIG said the project’s $238 million may have been better spent on other COVID-19 initiatives. OIG said the project’s $238 million may have been better spent on other COVID-19 initiatives. Kylie Bielby Hstoday

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Health care vaccine mandate remains as some push for an end

Submitted by mike kraft on Mon, 2023-02-20 10:13

Health care vaccine mandate remains as some push for an end LOWRY CITY, Mo. (AP) — At Truman Lake Manor in rural Missouri, every day begins the same way for every employee entering the nursing home's doors — with a swab up the nose, a swirl of testing solution and a brief wait to see whether a thin red line appears indicating a positive COVID-19 case. AP NEWS

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San Francisco to end COVID-19 public health emergency declaration Feb. 28

Submitted by mike kraft on Thu, 2023-02-16 19:29

San Francisco to end COVID-19 public health emergency declaration Feb. 28 San Francisco Department of Public Health announced that the city would end its COVID-19 public health emergency declaration, along with additional health orders on Feb. 28. ABC7 San Francisco

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CDC urges people with weak immune systems to take extra precautions after Evusheld deemed ineffective

Submitted by mike kraft on Fri, 2023-01-27 17:24

CDC urges people with weak immune systems to take extra precautions after Covid subvariants knock out Evusheld Evusheld was a key antibody treatment taken by people with weak immune systems as an added layer of protection. Spencer Kimball CNBC

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These precautions include wearing a high quality mask and social distancing when it’s not possible to avoid crowded indoor spaces, according to the CDC.

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Spain, Japan move toward relaxing mask requirements

Submitted by mike kraft on Thu, 2023-01-26 10:32

Spain to scrap mandatory masks on public transport on Feb. 7 Spain, one of the last countries in Europe to still require people to wear masks on public transport to prevent the spread of COVID-19, will likely lift the obligation on Feb. 7, Health Minister Carolina Darias said on Thursday. Reuters Reuters

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Navajo Nation rescinds mask mandate on vast reservation

Submitted by mike kraft on Mon, 2023-01-23 09:35

Navajo Nation rescinds mask mandate on vast reservation The Navajo Nation has rescinded a mask mandate that's been in effect since the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, officials announced Friday, fulfilling a pledge that new tribal President Buu Nygren made while campaigning for the office. AP NEWS

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How Long a Person is Contagious With The Latest COVID Variant

Submitted by mike kraft on Fri, 2023-01-20 10:10

Here’s How Long You’re Contagious With The Latest COVID Variant It can be hard to know if you’re putting others at risk, but there are rules you can follow to help protect those around you. YahooNews

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Long story short, you are likely contagious for about 10 days after symptoms begin. You should isolate for the first five days and wear a mask on at least days six through 10.

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