Consider This from NPR How To Get Through The Holidays As Omicron Looms
Dec 21, 2021
Dr. Ashish Jha, Dean of the Brown University School of Public Health, shares insights on navigating the holidays amid the Omicron surge. He emphasizes this isn't a repeat of early pandemic fears, offering strategies to keep gatherings safe through vaccinations and testing. With at-home tests becoming available, listeners learn how to balance caution and celebration. The discussion also addresses travel concerns and the importance of staying informed about local health guidelines to enjoy the festive season responsibly.
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COVID Anxiety in NYC
- One New York resident's roommate received two calls about COVID exposure within 20 minutes.
- This prompted a scramble for testing amidst long lines and rising anxieties.
Travel Plans Disrupted
- A Harlem resident had to alter holiday travel plans due to testing difficulties.
- She couldn't get PCR test results in time for her trip to Michigan and Florida.
Don't Panic
- Don't panic like in March 2020.
- Vaccinated and boosted individuals who are careful have a lower risk.