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COVID habits worth keeping, and those you can leave behind
COVID made us rethink our daily routines to keep from getting sick and to protect others from the virus. But with more people vaccinated and COVID cases dropping, it’s a good time to revisit the habits we picked up during the pandemic and decide which ones we should keep and which ones we can say goodbye to.
6 Things to know about Omicron BA.4 and BA.5. The latest COVID variants are spreading faster with more breakthrough infections.
There are two COVID variants of concern in the spotlight: Omicron BA.4 and BA.5. Together, both sub-variants are now the dominant strains of coronavirus in the United States, according to CDC data. Here are 6 things you need to know.
Bringing Awareness to Urgent Care During Urgent Care Awareness Month
May is Urgent Care Awareness Month. Have you found yourself at an urgent care in the past year? If so, you aren’t alone. Urgent care is a vital and growing component of the health care landscape and we teamed up with the Urgent Care Association to understand the importance of Urgent Care and bring more awareness for this great health care resource.
Omicron BA.2 ‘stealth’ variant: Do you need to worry about the dominant strain sweeping across the U.S?
At this point, many of us may suffer from “pandemic fatigue.” It can be frustrating to learn about a new subvariant on the loose, just when we were beginning to resume our pre-pandemic lives. The silver lining is that, according to the CDC, BA2 causes milder symptoms than previous variants. Milder does not always translate to mild symptoms, particularly in unvaccinated and people who are immunocompromised, notes the CDC. The BA.2 strain must be monitored and reasonable precautions are being advised.
Dating Etiquette in the Omicron Era
Dating during a pandemic can be tricky. This article offers tips for navigating the dating world in the era of Covid-19. Learn how to define your comfort zone, communicate your boundaries, and handle potential exposures. Plus, find out how to support someone you're dating if they get Covid. Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all approach, but transparency and respect are key.
Positive for COVID? 7 tips for taking care of yourself at home with Omicron
With cases spiking again, many people who avoided COVID until now are catching it. Learn the next steps you should take if you end up testing positive.
Etiquette expert: Host a joyous Thanksgiving and avoid COVID conflict
Thanksgiving is an important time for family and friends to gather, celebrate, and spend time with each other. Learn how to do so safely with COVID restrictions and host an event with proper etiquette.
16 COVID-Takes on Holiday Traditions, and other creative ideas
The 2020 holidays are approaching and you may be wondering how you’re going to enjoy your family traditions given how COVID-19 has changed everyday life. Check out these 16 variations of holiday traditions designed to keep you and your family safe this season.
Testing for Travel: What You Need to Know for Domestic and Int'l Travel
If you have travel plans—whether inside or outside the United States—make sure you understand what’s required in terms of COVID testing for travel, wearing masks, and quarantining. Depending on your destination, travel guidelines and restrictions will vary.
Pros and Cons of Vaccinations
With so many conflicting opinions floating around, it can be hard to understand whether you should — or shouldn’t — immunize yourself or your child. Read on for more information about how vaccines work, which vaccinations you and your child need to stay healthy, where you can get them, and when you should.