Can people who are vaccinated still spread COVID-19 to others? For example, is there a chance they "carry" the infection but wouldn't know?
Experts don’tyet know whether people who are vaccinated can still spread the virus that causes COVID-19. To protect others, you’ll need to continue following COVID-19 prevention guidelines even after you’ve been vaccinated. That includes covering your mouth and nose with a mask, staying six feet away from others, and washing your hands frequently. This can also protect you, since it’s not yet known how long protection provided by the vaccine lasts.
The new coronavirus causes a condition called COVID-19 or the coronavirus disease 2019. This page will be updated with the latest information about the viral infection and disease.
We all know that stress is part of life and managing it can be difficult. Stress management has become even more difficult with the ongoing pandemic. COVID-19 has been with us for the past 18 months or so and life as we know it has changed. The recent surge of the Delta variant has also brought on more stress related to vaccination, the return to school, and the possibility of business closures.
How do we find a way to carry our grief for our loved one and find joy in the present? This question is one that I often get asked. I am very open about the fact that I lost a son to cancer 20 years ago, and that loss has shaped me into the person and clinician I am today.
Anger is a normal human emotion, but if it’s frequent or intense it can harm your physical and mental health and damage your relationships. Learn ways to stay calm and keep anger from escalating.
You woke up with a red gooey eye. Or you have a fever, cough, and feel very tired. Or maybe you simply want an expert to answer some medical questions for you. If you can’t get an appointment with your primary care physician (PCP) for 2 weeks, what can you do? Is a telehealth appointment safe? Will you get good care?
By now, you may know someone who has been exposed to the virus or had it themselves. You may have a lot of questions about testing, quarantine, and isolation. We’re here to help!
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