This new stage of the pandemic has led to questions about prevention measures, such as mask usage and COVID tests.
Preparing at home: COVID experts suggest having one rapid test per person in a household, depending on individual circumstances and risk factors.
* It is important to find a strategy that puts one’s mind at ease.
Paxlovid for travelers: The Pfizer drug is approved for use in the U.S. and many other countries, but obtaining it abroad can be difficult.
* It is against the FDA rules to get a prescription filled for Paxlovid in the U.S. ahead of time without symptoms.
Mask usage: Deciding whether to wear a mask or not is a personal decision based on individual risk tolerance and the current transmission rates.
* It is essential to be respectful of others’ decisions and follow precautionary measures if feeling sick.
COVID in communities: State reporting of COVID-19 data to federal agencies has ended, but local updates can be found on public health websites.
* The CDC offers weekly national updates on hospitalizations and deaths.
Outdoor gatherings: Outdoor gatherings continue to be safer than indoor ones due to the nature of virus transmission and the presence of fresh air outdoors.
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