CDC looks into shortening COVID-19 quarantine period
Sources report that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is planning to change COVID-19 guidelines, and that could include a shorter quarantine period.
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CDC: ‘Masks are the best defense against COVID-19’
Dr. Redfield says, 'we have clear scientific evidence that they work, best defense'
(CNN) — A new study is putting a number to the lives that could be saved, if most Americans would wear a mask while out in public. Director of the CDC, Dr. Robert Redfield says “We have clear scientific evidence that they work and they are our best defense.” The Director for the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Dr….
CDC releases Thanksgiving guidelines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued its guidelines for Thanksgiving. Leaders say staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from the coronavirus.
CDC discourages trick or treating this Halloween
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has made recommendations on how to enjoy Halloween while still being safe this year. With the coronavirus pandemic in mind, the CDC advises against trick or treating, indoor costume parties and haunted houses as they are considered high-risk activities. The CDC recommends alternate activities such as pumpkin carving, outdoor scavenger…
CDC delays vote on who will receive coronavirus vaccine first
A Center for Disease Control and Prevention advisory panel member says they will delay a vote on who will be given a COVID-19 vaccine first when it becomes available.
CDC: Number of people infected with coronoavirus jumps in U.S.
(CNN) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its coronavirus tally, saying there are now 53 confirmed cases in the United States. That’s up 18 cases just from Friday. The new cases are all from the Diamond Princess Cruise Ship. Globally, there are at least 79-thousand confirmed cases and more than 26-hundred deaths. The World Health Organization…
Potentially deadly kissing bug detected in South Carolina
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The centers for disease control and prevention says a deadly insect known as the Kissing Bug has made its way to South Carolina. According to the CDC,the bugs feed on the blood of mammals, including humans, and may carry a parasite that causes Chagas disease which the CDC says can be fatal if left untreated. The…
