Influenza (the flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. There are two main types or strains of this virus; types A and B. Influenza A and B viruses are responsible for seasonal flu epidemics each year. Anyone can get the flu, and flu disease can be serious. Flu affects people of all …
There are now two ways to get at-home rapid COVID tests delivered to your door: The Federal program at COVIDtests.gov. The State program at SayYesCOVIDHomeTest.org The Federal Program Every home in the U.S. can order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free—there are no shipping costs and you don’t need to enter a credit …
With declining case rates and hospitalizations across the west, California, Oregon and Washington are moving together to update their masking guidance. As of March 12th, the west coast will be adopting new indoor mask policies. Masks will still be required in certain settings including health care, corrections facilities, and long-term care facilities. The Washington State Department of …
Taken from the Washington State Departmetn of Health What is Long COVID? People infected with COVID-19 can continue to have symptoms and long-term effects following their infection called “long COVID” or “post-COVID Syndrome”. Much is still unknown about long COVID. We continue to learn more as research on long COVID continues. Symptoms of Long COVID …
