by Editorial Staff | Feb 15, 2021 | CDC, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Since early February, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its COVID-19 guidance pertaining to exposure and containment. Specifically, the updated content has to do with mask protection, when to quarantine, and the use of vaccines. The...
by Editorial Staff | Jan 25, 2021 | CDC, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
On January 21st, 2021, the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new guidance for businesses and employers on COVID-19 testing for employees. The guidance, in part, offers a more comprehensive approach to reducing virus transmission in...
by Editorial Staff | Dec 3, 2020 | CDC, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
On December 2nd, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new quarantine guidance. This revision allows people possibly exposed to COVID-19 to shorten their own quarantine period. The CDC currently recommends a quarantine period of 14 days....
by Editorial Staff | Nov 4, 2020 | CDC, Flu Vaccines
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), seasonal influenza (flu) viruses exist year-round in the U.S. Flu activity begins to increase, however, in October and peaks between December and February. As flu season approaches, the National...
by Editorial Staff | Oct 30, 2020 | CDC, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
On October 21st, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated previous guidance on returning to work. Specifically, the agency clarified what constitutes as “close contact” with an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19. “Close contact”...
by Editorial Staff | Oct 6, 2020 | CDC, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
During the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued guidance to keep workers safe. On September 22nd, 2020, the CDC released an update to previous guidance on reopening closed buildings. Overview of the Update As the...
