Slow the Spread of COVID-19<\/strong><\/h5>\nWhile we are waiting for COVID-19 vaccine to be available for everyone in the U.S., CDC recommends that everyone take these actions to help slow the COVID-19.<\/p>\n
\n- Wear a\u00a0mask<\/a>\u00a0that covers your nose and mouth to protect yourself and others and stop the spread of COVID-19.<\/li>\n
- Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arm lengths)<\/a>\u00a0from others who don\u2019t live with you, particularly in crowded areas. Avoid indoor spaces as much as possible, particularly ones that aren\u2019t well ventilated.<\/li>\n
- Wash your hands<\/a>\u00a0with soap and water for 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Testing for COVID-19<\/strong><\/h5>\nIf you have symptoms of COVID-19 and\u00a0want to get tested<\/a>, the CDC suggests that you call your healthcare provider first. You can visit your\u00a0state<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0local<\/a>\u00a0health department\u2019s website to look for the latest local information on testing.<\/p>\nIf you have symptoms of COVID-19 and choose to not get tested, it is important to stay home and away from others. Find out\u00a0what to do if you are sick<\/a>.<\/p>\nFind out\u00a0when to quarantine.<\/a><\/p>\nCheck out the video below and\u00a0learn more\u00a0<\/a>about testing for COVID-19.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/moremiinitiative.org\/pavilion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/IMG-20210302-WA0010-1.jpg\")
COVID-19 vs. Flu<\/strong><\/h5>\nFlu and COVID-19 are both\u00a0respiratory<\/strong>\u00a0illnesses that can result in hospitalization or death. Because some of the symptoms of flu and COVID-19 are similar, it may be hard to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone, and testing may be needed to help confirm a diagnosis.\u00a0View<\/a>\u00a0the<\/a>\u00a0differences and similarities between<\/a>\u00a0COVID-19 and flu.\u00a0Download this\u00a0table<\/a>\u00a0from CDC that shows the symptoms of COVID-19, Common Cold, Flu, Strep throat, Asthma and Seasonal Allergies.<\/strong><\/p>\nVirus Variants<\/strong><\/h5>\nAccording to the\u00a0CDC<\/a>, there are multiple SARS-CoV-2 variants (the virus that causes COVID-19) that are circulating around world. Some of these variant viruses spread more easily and quickly, which may lead to more cases of COVID-19.<\/strong>\u00a0An increase in the number of cases will put more strain on healthcare resources, which could lead to more hospitalizations, and potentially more deaths from COVID-19.<\/p>\n\n- United Kingdom (UK) \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0In the UK, a new variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 has been discovered. This variant spreads more easily and quickly than other variants.\u00a0In January 2021, experts in the UK reported that\u00a0this variant may be associated with an increased risk of death compared to other variant viruses, but more studies are needed to confirm this finding<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em>\u00a0This variant has now been seen in numerous countries, including the United States and Canada.<\/li>\n
- South Africa \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>This virus variant seen in South Africa shares some mutations with the variant detected in the UK. COVID-19 cases caused by this variant of the virus have been reported in the U.S. at the end of January 2021.<\/li>\n
- Brazil<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 This\u00a0 virus variant was first identified in travelers from Brazil, who were tested during routine screening at an airport in Japan, in early January 2021. This variant contains a set of additional mutations that may affect its ability to be recognized by antibodies. More study is needed. This variant was first detected in the U.S. at the end of January 2021.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Experts are working to learn more about these virus variants to better understand them.\u00a0View a map<\/a>\u00a0of U.S. COVID-19 cases caused by virus variants.<\/p>\nCOVID-19 Vaccines<\/strong><\/h5>\nEven though COVID-19 vaccines are being developed more quickly than usual,<\/strong>\u00a0vaccine safety is still a top priority<\/strong>\u00a0in all phases of vaccine development (clinical trials), approval and post-approval monitoring. While steps are being streamlined or overlapped, none of them are being skipped.<\/strong><\/p>\nAs of February 27, 2021, the FDA has given emergency use authorization* to three COVID-19 vaccines.\u00a0<\/strong>The best COVID-19 vaccine to get is the one that is offered to you.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n- Pfizer-BioNTech \u2013 A COVID-19 vaccine made using mRNA technology. Two doses are required.<\/li>\n
- Moderna \u2013 A COVID-19 vaccine made using mRNA technology. Two doses are required.<\/li>\n
- Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) \u2013 A COVID-19 vaccine made using viral vector technology. One dose is required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
(Before authorizing* and recommending for vaccines for emergency use in the U.S., both the FDA\u2019s Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) and the CDC\u2019s Advisory Committee (ACIP) have\u00a0carefully reviewed the clinical trials\u2019 data to make certain the vaccines are safe and effective<\/strong>. The FDA and CDC continue to monitor all of the COVID-19 vaccines for safety).\u00a0As more vaccine makers submit their applications for emergency use to the FDA, more vaccines should become available.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/moremiinitiative.org\/pavilion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/IMG-20210303-WA0003-1.jpg\")
Where Get COVID-19 Vaccines?<\/strong><\/h5>\nFor now, there is only a limited number of COVID-19 vaccine doses available. This means that everyone who wants a COVID-19 vaccine will not be able to get it right away.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nEach state\/territory (or city or county) is making the decision of exactly how their COVID-19 vaccines will be given out.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0<\/span>find the COVID-19 COVID-19 vaccine information on the website for your state or territorial health department.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\nPeople who are eligible for COVID vaccination in their state and are interested in getting vaccinated at their local pharmacy should call or check the pharmacy\u2019s website to find out if vaccine is available. To see which pharmacies are administering COVID-19 vaccines, visit CDC\u2019s list of\u00a0pharmacy partners in each state.<\/a>\u00a0Most pharmacies are using online scheduling systems to schedule vaccination visits for eligible individuals based on their limited available vaccine supply.<\/p>\nFor Now\u2026Continue to Wear Mask and Social Distance \u2013 Even After Vaccination<\/strong><\/h5>\nStopping a pandemic like COVID-19 requires using all the prevention tools we have.\u00a0The combination of getting vaccinated and following CDC\u2019s recommendations\u00a0to protect yourself and others, such as wearing a mask and social distancing,\u00a0<\/a>will offer the best protection from COVID-19.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhile medical and public experts learn more about the protection that COVID-19 vaccines provide under\u00a0real-life conditions \u2013\u00a0<\/em>including whether the vaccines will stop vaccinated people from spreading the COVID virus to other people, even if they don\u2019t get sick themselves \u2013 it will be important for everyone to continue w<\/strong>earing a mask and social distancing.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Testing for COVID-19<\/strong><\/h5>\nIf you have symptoms of COVID-19 and\u00a0want to get tested<\/a>, the CDC suggests that you call your healthcare provider first. You can visit your\u00a0state<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0local<\/a>\u00a0health department\u2019s website to look for the latest local information on testing.<\/p>\nIf you have symptoms of COVID-19 and choose to not get tested, it is important to stay home and away from others. Find out\u00a0what to do if you are sick<\/a>.<\/p>\nFind out\u00a0when to quarantine.<\/a><\/p>\nCheck out the video below and\u00a0learn more\u00a0<\/a>about testing for COVID-19.<\/p>\nCOVID-19 vs. Flu<\/strong><\/h5>\nFlu and COVID-19 are both\u00a0respiratory<\/strong>\u00a0illnesses that can result in hospitalization or death. Because some of the symptoms of flu and COVID-19 are similar, it may be hard to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone, and testing may be needed to help confirm a diagnosis.\u00a0View<\/a>\u00a0the<\/a>\u00a0differences and similarities between<\/a>\u00a0COVID-19 and flu.\u00a0Download this\u00a0table<\/a>\u00a0from CDC that shows the symptoms of COVID-19, Common Cold, Flu, Strep throat, Asthma and Seasonal Allergies.<\/strong><\/p>\nVirus Variants<\/strong><\/h5>\nAccording to the\u00a0CDC<\/a>, there are multiple SARS-CoV-2 variants (the virus that causes COVID-19) that are circulating around world. Some of these variant viruses spread more easily and quickly, which may lead to more cases of COVID-19.<\/strong>\u00a0An increase in the number of cases will put more strain on healthcare resources, which could lead to more hospitalizations, and potentially more deaths from COVID-19.<\/p>\n\n- United Kingdom (UK) \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0In the UK, a new variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 has been discovered. This variant spreads more easily and quickly than other variants.\u00a0In January 2021, experts in the UK reported that\u00a0this variant may be associated with an increased risk of death compared to other variant viruses, but more studies are needed to confirm this finding<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em>\u00a0This variant has now been seen in numerous countries, including the United States and Canada.<\/li>\n
- South Africa \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>This virus variant seen in South Africa shares some mutations with the variant detected in the UK. COVID-19 cases caused by this variant of the virus have been reported in the U.S. at the end of January 2021.<\/li>\n
- Brazil<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 This\u00a0 virus variant was first identified in travelers from Brazil, who were tested during routine screening at an airport in Japan, in early January 2021. This variant contains a set of additional mutations that may affect its ability to be recognized by antibodies. More study is needed. This variant was first detected in the U.S. at the end of January 2021.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Experts are working to learn more about these virus variants to better understand them.\u00a0View a map<\/a>\u00a0of U.S. COVID-19 cases caused by virus variants.<\/p>\nCOVID-19 Vaccines<\/strong><\/h5>\nEven though COVID-19 vaccines are being developed more quickly than usual,<\/strong>\u00a0vaccine safety is still a top priority<\/strong>\u00a0in all phases of vaccine development (clinical trials), approval and post-approval monitoring. While steps are being streamlined or overlapped, none of them are being skipped.<\/strong><\/p>\nAs of February 27, 2021, the FDA has given emergency use authorization* to three COVID-19 vaccines.\u00a0<\/strong>The best COVID-19 vaccine to get is the one that is offered to you.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n- Pfizer-BioNTech \u2013 A COVID-19 vaccine made using mRNA technology. Two doses are required.<\/li>\n
- Moderna \u2013 A COVID-19 vaccine made using mRNA technology. Two doses are required.<\/li>\n
- Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) \u2013 A COVID-19 vaccine made using viral vector technology. One dose is required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
(Before authorizing* and recommending for vaccines for emergency use in the U.S., both the FDA\u2019s Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) and the CDC\u2019s Advisory Committee (ACIP) have\u00a0carefully reviewed the clinical trials\u2019 data to make certain the vaccines are safe and effective<\/strong>. The FDA and CDC continue to monitor all of the COVID-19 vaccines for safety).\u00a0As more vaccine makers submit their applications for emergency use to the FDA, more vaccines should become available.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nWhere Get COVID-19 Vaccines?<\/strong><\/h5>\nFor now, there is only a limited number of COVID-19 vaccine doses available. This means that everyone who wants a COVID-19 vaccine will not be able to get it right away.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nEach state\/territory (or city or county) is making the decision of exactly how their COVID-19 vaccines will be given out.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0<\/span>find the COVID-19 COVID-19 vaccine information on the website for your state or territorial health department.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\nPeople who are eligible for COVID vaccination in their state and are interested in getting vaccinated at their local pharmacy should call or check the pharmacy\u2019s website to find out if vaccine is available. To see which pharmacies are administering COVID-19 vaccines, visit CDC\u2019s list of\u00a0pharmacy partners in each state.<\/a>\u00a0Most pharmacies are using online scheduling systems to schedule vaccination visits for eligible individuals based on their limited available vaccine supply.<\/p>\nFor Now\u2026Continue to Wear Mask and Social Distance \u2013 Even After Vaccination<\/strong><\/h5>\nStopping a pandemic like COVID-19 requires using all the prevention tools we have.\u00a0The combination of getting vaccinated and following CDC\u2019s recommendations\u00a0to protect yourself and others, such as wearing a mask and social distancing,\u00a0<\/a>will offer the best protection from COVID-19.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhile medical and public experts learn more about the protection that COVID-19 vaccines provide under\u00a0real-life conditions \u2013\u00a0<\/em>including whether the vaccines will stop vaccinated people from spreading the COVID virus to other people, even if they don\u2019t get sick themselves \u2013 it will be important for everyone to continue w<\/strong>earing a mask and social distancing.<\/strong><\/p>\n
If you have symptoms of COVID-19 and choose to not get tested, it is important to stay home and away from others. Find out\u00a0what to do if you are sick<\/a>.<\/p>\n Find out\u00a0when to quarantine.<\/a><\/p>\n Check out the video below and\u00a0learn more\u00a0<\/a>about testing for COVID-19.<\/p>\n Flu and COVID-19 are both\u00a0respiratory<\/strong>\u00a0illnesses that can result in hospitalization or death. Because some of the symptoms of flu and COVID-19 are similar, it may be hard to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone, and testing may be needed to help confirm a diagnosis.\u00a0View<\/a>\u00a0the<\/a>\u00a0differences and similarities between<\/a>\u00a0COVID-19 and flu.\u00a0Download this\u00a0table<\/a>\u00a0from CDC that shows the symptoms of COVID-19, Common Cold, Flu, Strep throat, Asthma and Seasonal Allergies.<\/strong><\/p>\n According to the\u00a0CDC<\/a>, there are multiple SARS-CoV-2 variants (the virus that causes COVID-19) that are circulating around world. Some of these variant viruses spread more easily and quickly, which may lead to more cases of COVID-19.<\/strong>\u00a0An increase in the number of cases will put more strain on healthcare resources, which could lead to more hospitalizations, and potentially more deaths from COVID-19.<\/p>\n Experts are working to learn more about these virus variants to better understand them.\u00a0View a map<\/a>\u00a0of U.S. COVID-19 cases caused by virus variants.<\/p>\n Even though COVID-19 vaccines are being developed more quickly than usual,<\/strong>\u00a0vaccine safety is still a top priority<\/strong>\u00a0in all phases of vaccine development (clinical trials), approval and post-approval monitoring. While steps are being streamlined or overlapped, none of them are being skipped.<\/strong><\/p>\n As of February 27, 2021, the FDA has given emergency use authorization* to three COVID-19 vaccines.\u00a0<\/strong>The best COVID-19 vaccine to get is the one that is offered to you.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n (Before authorizing* and recommending for vaccines for emergency use in the U.S., both the FDA\u2019s Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) and the CDC\u2019s Advisory Committee (ACIP) have\u00a0carefully reviewed the clinical trials\u2019 data to make certain the vaccines are safe and effective<\/strong>. The FDA and CDC continue to monitor all of the COVID-19 vaccines for safety).\u00a0As more vaccine makers submit their applications for emergency use to the FDA, more vaccines should become available.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n For now, there is only a limited number of COVID-19 vaccine doses available. This means that everyone who wants a COVID-19 vaccine will not be able to get it right away.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Each state\/territory (or city or county) is making the decision of exactly how their COVID-19 vaccines will be given out.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0<\/span>find the COVID-19 COVID-19 vaccine information on the website for your state or territorial health department.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n People who are eligible for COVID vaccination in their state and are interested in getting vaccinated at their local pharmacy should call or check the pharmacy\u2019s website to find out if vaccine is available. To see which pharmacies are administering COVID-19 vaccines, visit CDC\u2019s list of\u00a0pharmacy partners in each state.<\/a>\u00a0Most pharmacies are using online scheduling systems to schedule vaccination visits for eligible individuals based on their limited available vaccine supply.<\/p>\n Stopping a pandemic like COVID-19 requires using all the prevention tools we have.\u00a0The combination of getting vaccinated and following CDC\u2019s recommendations\u00a0to protect yourself and others, such as wearing a mask and social distancing,\u00a0<\/a>will offer the best protection from COVID-19.<\/strong><\/p>\n While medical and public experts learn more about the protection that COVID-19 vaccines provide under\u00a0real-life conditions \u2013\u00a0<\/em>including whether the vaccines will stop vaccinated people from spreading the COVID virus to other people, even if they don\u2019t get sick themselves \u2013 it will be important for everyone to continue w<\/strong>earing a mask and social distancing.<\/strong><\/p>\nCOVID-19 vs. Flu<\/strong><\/h5>\nVirus Variants<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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COVID-19 Vaccines<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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Where Get COVID-19 Vaccines?<\/strong><\/h5>\nFor Now\u2026Continue to Wear Mask and Social Distance \u2013 Even After Vaccination<\/strong><\/h5>\n