Testing

Testing for COVID-19

The main kinds of tests for COVID-19 are antigen tests (rapid or at-home tests) and nucleic acid amplification tests (NAAT or PCR tests, done through a lab). Antigen tests look for specific viral proteins that indicate COVID infection. You can buy antigen tests in pharmacies or online. Some healthcare organizations, like SCF, also provide at-home tests for free. Test kits...READ MORE

COVID Is Still a Problem, Although Not an Emergency

In May 2023, the CDC ended the public health emergency declaration linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. They did this because “as a nation, we now find ourselves at a different point in the pandemic – with more tools and resources than ever before to better protect ourselves and our communities.” But that does not mean COVID-19 is no longer a...READ MORE

Vaccinated People Can Still Get Sick

No vaccine is 100% effective at preventing illness, but vaccines provide strong protection against serious illness, hospitalization, and death. You can still pass the disease on to another person after you’ve been vaccinated, which is why if you have symptoms of COVID or flu, you should consider staying home or think about wearing a mask that covers your nose and...READ MORE

All Categories

Tags