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While convalescent plasma treatment is still in use, recent high quality studies have not shown any benefit.
October 22, 2021
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Yes, it is safe for people who have had a stroke to get the COVID vaccines.
October 22, 2021
Vaccines
Yes, it is safe for people who have Hashimoto’s disease to get the COVID vaccines.
October 22, 2021
I Think I Have COVID-19
If your COVID symptoms are mild, there are some things you can do to make yourself more comfortable.
October 22, 2021
I Think I Have COVID-19
Monoclonal antibodies newly sick with COVID-19 who are at high risk of severe disease.
October 22, 2021
Vaccines
Most people with COVID-19 develop antibodies, but not everyone. That’s why it’s still important for those who had COVID-19 to get vaccinated.
October 22, 2021
Everyday Prevention
Surgical masks, multi-layer well-fitting cloth masks, and KN95 respirators can effectively reduce transmission of COVID-19.
October 16, 2021
I Think I Have COVID-19
There are several treatment options for COVID-19, but prevention through vaccination is most effective.
October 15, 2021
Vaccines
Yes, CDC recommends that you should still get a full series of COVID vaccines even if you already had COVID-19.
October 15, 2021
Vaccines
Over 339 million vaccine doses were given to 187.2 million people in the US as of July 19, 2021. Only three deaths have been linked...
June 14, 2021
Vaccines
No, the COVID vaccine is free. You can get the vaccine even if you don’t have insurance.
March 12, 2021
Everyday Prevention
The short answer: multi-household gatherings have high transmission rates of COVID19. Our recommendation? Have a virtual watch party this year.
February 6, 2021
I Think I Have COVID-19
If you think you’ve been exposed to someone with COVID-19, self-quarantine for 14 days and get tested if any symptoms develop.
January 22, 2021
Everyday Prevention
If a two week quarantine isn’t possible for you, the CDC offers some options to reduce quarantine.
December 24, 2020
Pregnancy & Parenting
Vaccination is a promising strategy for combating COVID-19. However, the trials testing the vaccines did not include pregnant people. For decades, vaccines have been safely...
December 24, 2020
Pregnancy & Parenting
Vaccination is a promising strategy for combating COVID-19. However, the trials testing the vaccines did not include pregnant or breastfeeding people. However, vaccines have been...
December 24, 2020
Pregnancy & Parenting
Vaccination is a promising strategy for combating COVID-19. However, the trials testing the vaccines did not include pregnant people. For decades, vaccines have been safely...
December 23, 2020
Everyday Prevention
If you are being treated for cancer, it is possible you are at increased risk for getting seriously ill with COVID-19. Make a plan with...
December 23, 2020
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