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What does "Fully Vaccinated" Mean in 2023
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What does "Fully Vaccinated" Mean in 2023

As of October 2022, the CDC still considers fully vaccinated to mean two weeks after their second dose of the Moderna or Pfizer series or two weeks after the single dose Johnson and Johnson vaccine.

Alexandra Thompson
Alexandra Thompson27 Dec 2022
What Vaccine will Work for Omicron BA.5?
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What Vaccine will Work for Omicron BA.5?

In the U.S. there are currently four vaccines available to protect against severe COVID-19, including the Omicron BA.5 variant. Pfizer and Moderna are currently developing updated vaccines to specifically target new versions of Omicron that are predicted to be available in Fall 2022.

Erica Kahn
Erica Kahn30 Aug 2022
What are the New Cruise Ship Regulations regarding COVID-19?
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What are the New Cruise Ship Regulations regarding COVID-19?

Cruise ships operating in US waters are no longer required to follow the CDC’s Program for Cruise ships and are managing their own COVID-19 mitigation programs. The CDC continues to provide guidelines, and many cruise lines are relaxing their policies for vaccinated individuals. The situation is continuing to change and varies among cruise lines.

Erica Kahn
Erica Kahn23 Aug 2022
What is Paxlovid Rebound?
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What is Paxlovid Rebound?

Paxlovid rebounding is defined as the return of covid-19 symptoms and/or new positive COVID-19 test after having tested negative and completing the paxlovid treatment. This phenomenon has been seen in both unvaccinated and vaccinated individuals.

Alexandra Thompson
Alexandra Thompson23 Aug 2022
Where to Get Antiviral Medication Paxlovid in New Jersey
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Where to Get Antiviral Medication Paxlovid in New Jersey

A list of pharmacies that have courses of paxlovid in stock across the state of New Jersey in north, central and south Jersey.

Girisha Bharadwaj
Girisha Bharadwaj23 Aug 2022
Weird Aftertaste from Paxlovid COVID Pills. Why and How Long Does It Last?
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Weird Aftertaste from Paxlovid COVID Pills. Why and How Long Does It Last?

Paxlovid has been shown to leave a weird metallic taste in the mouth called dysgeusia which means altered or impaired sense of taste. Our taste buds are made up of papillae which detect the various flavors in our foods, and certain medications, like paxlovid, trigger the bitterness receptors in our taste buds.

Janelle Campbell
Janelle Campbell19 Sep 2022
How Contagious is Monkeypox Compared to COVID-19?
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How Contagious is Monkeypox Compared to COVID-19?

According to our research, Monkeypox has a reproduction rate R of 0.85, compared to 8.2 that of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, making Monkeypox less contagious than COVID-19. Research on Monkeypox has been around for over 20 years. Monkeypox isn’t a new virus or variation. However, the viral infection has seen a spike in interest as communities in the UK and Canada have increased outbreaks.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA
Khang T. Vuong, MHA25 Jul 2022
Where to Find Antiviral Medication Paxlovid in San Francisco
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Where to Find Antiviral Medication Paxlovid in San Francisco

As of May 2022, Paxlovid prescriptions can be filled at pharmacies in San Francisco including CVS and Walgreens. The Pfizer antiviral, Paxlovid is the go-to prescription and is available free of charge to all residents who present a positive test result and meet the prescription criteria.

Dvora Kluwgant, MD
Dvora Kluwgant, MD28 Jul 2022
Where To Get Antiviral Medication Paxlovid in New York City
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Where To Get Antiviral Medication Paxlovid in New York City

As of April 2022, Paxlovid prescriptions can be filled at all major pharmacies in New York City including CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, and Duane Reade, The Pfizer antiviral, Paxlovid is the go-to prescription across all five boroughs and is available free of charge to all residents who present a positive test result and meet the prescription criteria.

Alexandra Thompson
Alexandra Thompson23 Aug 2022
Will COVID-19 be Seasonal Like The Flu?
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Will COVID-19 be Seasonal Like The Flu?

Many experts predict COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) will evolve into a seasonal virus like Influenza (the flu), with peaks during the winter. COVID-19 will likely become similar to other respiratory viruses, moving from the pandemic phase to an endemic one once there is adequate herd immunity.

Erica Kahn
Erica Kahn31 Oct 2022
The New COVID-19 ‘Test to Treat’ Plan
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The New COVID-19 ‘Test to Treat’ Plan

During the first State of the Union Address of his term, President Biden announced a new national COVID-19 strategy as we begin year three of the pandemic. The ‘Test to Treat’ initiative increases preparedness plans and improves testing and immediate treatment access. In contrast to previous initiatives, Test to Treat allows those who test positive to immediately receive antiviral pills and other COVID-19 treatments at no cost.

Alexandra Thompson
Alexandra Thompson23 Aug 2022
Can I Use an At-Home COVID-19 Test for Proof of a Negative Test?
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Can I Use an At-Home COVID-19 Test for Proof of a Negative Test?

Some approved at-home COVID-19 tests can be used as proof of a negative test to attend school, work, or public events. These tests require you to make a telehealth appointment with a proctor who will ensure you take the test correctly and provide you with official documentation of your results.

Alexis Bryan
Alexis Bryan23 Aug 2022