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COVID-19 Antibody Test Results Explained- Positive vs. Negative Results

A positive antibody test result means you most likely previously had COVID-19 and a negative test result means you did not recently have COVID-19. Antibody tests should not be used to test if your vaccine worked.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA12 Jul 2021
Public Health

How Much a Rapid COVID Test Cost

COVID-19 diagnostic tests cost between $100 and $200 without insurance at CityMD, MedExpress, NextCare, CareNow, and GoHealth. COVID-19 testing is not free.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA29 Jul 2021
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When will the stay-at-home order end?

A guide to up-to-date guidelines for stay-at-home orders by state. Understand what you are allowed to do under safer-at-home, stay-at-home, and shelter-in-place orders. See what reopening will look like by state. New York City, Los Angeles.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA12 Jul 2021
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When will gyms, restaurants, and hair salons reopen? Timeline in 50 states

Update July 1st 2020: Reopening dates and guidelines for restaurants, hair salons, gyms, and other small businesses post Coronavirus in 50 states according to research from the University of Washington. New York City NY, Los Angeles CA, Chicago IL, Houston TX, New Jersey, Boston, Washington DC, Philadelphia PA, Florida, Maryland.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA12 Jul 2021
Public Health

What is COVID-19 contact tracing & how does it work?

Contact tracing is a great defense in slowing the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19. By alerting those who have been in close contact with someone who has been infected, the spread of the virus can slow along with social distancing and testing. Read more for jobs in contact tracing, the concern of privacy, and how contact tracing with be done. Contact tracing works by public health staff warning the exposed individuals (contacts) of their potential exposure as rapidly and sensitively as possible.

Alyssa Orcuilo07 Jun 2021
Public Health

When Will NYC Reopen? Red, Yellow & Orange Zones

NYC Reopening Update- December 3rd, 2020, NYC will reopen schools in early December after closing them in November due to rising cases of COVID-19. Some elementary schools and pre-K programs will resume classes on December 7. Staten Island must meet the state's criteria in order to reopen. The 7-day COVID positivity rate is now 3.9%. Indoor and outdoor gatherings statewide at private residences will be limited to no more than 10 people beginning Friday, November 13, at 10 p.m. Existing non-essential gathering limits are in effect otherwise. Red, yellow, and orange zones are being used to provide guidelines on gatherings, business closures, and schools

Khang T. Vuong, MHA20 Dec 2020
Public Health

COVID-19 Test Differences - PCR, Rapid, and Antibody

What is the difference between PCR, rapid and antibody tests? PCR and rapid tests detect current infections of COVID while antibody tests detect past infection. PCR tests may be more accurate than rapid tests.

Mira Research Team15 Feb 2021
Public Health

Where & How To Get a Rapid Coronavirus Test in Philadelphia for COVID-19?

The number of coronavirus cases is just over 59,081 in Philadelphia and 1,968 deaths. The new “Safer at Home” restrictions are effective November 20, 2020, through January 1, 2021, whereas specific businesses must close. You can get tested at multiple locations in Philadelphia including Penn Medicine, Jefferson, and Temple. You can get a rapid coronavirus test in Philadelphia at MyDoc UrgentCare at their various locations: Temple University-Main Campus, Chinatown, University City

Khang T. Vuong, MHA24 Dec 2020
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When COVID-19 Will End in the U.S? Reopening Dates in 50 States

Updated July 2021: More than 154 million Americans have gotten both doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine - 76 million people short of the 70% population threshold to reach herd immunity. The vaccination drive in the U.S. has been underway for nearly six months- leading to declining new cases in the majority of states. The COVID-19 pandemic can be estimated to end (fully “back to normal”) by Q4 of 2021.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA30 Jun 2021
Public Health

Where & How To Get A Rapid Test in Chicago for Coronavirus COVID-19?

The Chicago Department of Public Health advises people to self-screen first to determine if they meet the criteria. Test sites are available via drive-throughs across the Chicago urban areas and suburbs. Rapid tests are available at multiple clinic locations in Chicago. North Side Chicago, South Side Chicago, the Loop, Lincoln Park, Highland Park, Lake View, Avondale, Boystown.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA24 Mar 2021
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How To Manage Coronavirus COVID-19 Symptoms At Home

Currently, there is no antiviral treatment available for COVID-19. It is recommended to manage your coronavirus symptoms at home if you do not need medical attention. This article explains how to manage your symptoms from your home: Practice physical distancing, taking Tylenol could help with fever, drink plenty of fluids, rest, and monitor your symptoms often. Don't forget to keep a positive mindset and take care of your emotional health. According to the NYC Department of Health, CA Department of Health, CDC Guidelines, and physician interviews.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA20 Dec 2020
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Where & How to Get A Rapid COVID Test in New Orleans?

You can get a rapid test in New Orleans at Walgreens or Rapid Urgent Care or a PCR test at Crescent Care or CVS. Rapid tests are typically over $120.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA12 Jul 2021
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