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Everyday Prevention

Protect yourself and your family from COVID-19. From household cleaning tips to hand-washing to social distancing, we give you tools to stay safe and reduce the spread of COVID-19.
December 19, 2020
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
December 19, 2020

Will I be forced to get a COVID vaccine?

No, you will not be forced to get a vaccine. You and your doctor will decide what’s best for you.
December 11, 2020
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
December 11, 2020

Should I self-quarantine before Christmas?

To prevent getting or spreading COVID over the holidays, you should complete a strict, two week, self-quarantine before gathering with others.
November 21, 2020
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Alyssa Bernanke, BA
November 21, 2020

Are parks and playgrounds safe?

You can minimize risk at parks and playgrounds by maintaining distance from others and washing your hands.
November 21, 2020
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
November 23, 2020

Here’s what we know about the Moderna vaccine results!

On Monday, Moderna released the first set of COVID vaccine results showing the vaccine is nearly 95% effective at preventing COVID.
November 14, 2020
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
November 14, 2020

Should I change my Thanksgiving plans?

Unfortunately, the safest way to celebrate Thanksgiving this year is to limit your in-person gathering to the people that you regularly live with.
November 14, 2020
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Alyssa Bernanke, BA
November 14, 2020

What can I do about pandemic fatigue?

We are all exhausted with the new restrictions. Finding ways to do your favorite activities safely can help us feel less tired of the guidelines.
November 2, 2020
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Emily Smith, ScD MPH
October 30, 2020

What is vaccine efficacy?

Simply put, vaccine efficacy is a measure of how well a vaccine works.
November 1, 2020
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Joel Bernanke, MD MSc
November 18, 2020

Tips for voting on Election Day

Don’t let fear of COVID keep you from voting. Here are a few tips for in-person voting.
October 31, 2020
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Alyssa Bernanke, BA
November 18, 2020

Should I quarantine if someone I live with was exposed to COVID-19?

Currently, the CDC says you do not have to quarantine if someone you live with was exposed. But it doesn’t hurt to be cautious.
October 30, 2020
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Joel Bernanke, MD MSc
October 30, 2020

Can I eat Halloween candy on Halloween night?

Eating Halloween candy on Halloween is probably just fine, but you could wipe down the wrappers first to be extra cautious.

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