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What is the difference between PCR vs Rapid tests?
Rapid Tests
Rapid test: are commonly administered through an oral or nasal swab and detect the virus’s proteins if present. The results of this test are given within a few minutes! This test lets you know if at that moment of taking the test you have the virus or not. While the results of this test are accurate, there is a possibility of getting a false negative (meaning that your result can say that you are negative when in reality you are positive for the virus).
The United States Post Office is delivering free of charge at home rapid tests. Maximum 2 orders per home address.
PCR Tests
PCR tests: Polymerase chain reaction (PCR), are done orally or through a nasal swab and detect the DNA of the virus. It takes a longer time for you to get your results for this test since your sample is taken to a laboratory to get processed. The results of this test can tell you if you currently have the virus or if you have been exposed to the virus.
FIind a testing center near you by clicking button below which will conntect you to the reliable U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
https://www.hhs.gov/coronavirus/community-based-testing-sites/index.html
Mask Differences
You have the autonomy in deciding whether you choose to wear a mask or not. We hope to provide you with information regarding which masks are the most effective to least affective and how to improve the efficiency of your mask.
Check out the COVID-19 transmission levels in your community by clicking here!
According to the Center for Disease Control, wearing masks has been proven to help reduce the spread of the virus as well as contracting the virus by preventing inhalation of it.
N95 Respirators
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N95 are the best at preventing COVID-19 transmission.
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N95 maks should seal on your face to work well
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Find free N95 respirators here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/free-masks.html
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Instructions on how to wear your N95 mask effectively: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/COVID-19_NIOSH_Freemasks_PRINT_F.pdf
Face Masks
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The CDC labeled cloth masks to be least effective against COVID-19
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To make your cloth mask more effective it is recommended to layer it with a surgical mask
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Cloth maks with ventilation, holes, or gaps around the mask are not advised
Surgical Masks
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When wearing surgical masks make sure to cover your nose, mouth and chin
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Surgical masks are also commonly called medical masks but are the same thing
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Pinch the wire on the bridge of your nose to prevent gaps of air
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For ways to improve the fit of your mask, check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GzTAZDsNBe0
Barrier Face Coverings
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Barrier Face covering are not a replacement for N95 respirators or surgical masks
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They are usually used in combination with a surgical mask
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According the Los Angeles public health county, barrier face covering can be used with a drape attached to the bottom edge that
What are the differences between the COVID-19 vaccines?
COVID-19 In Babies and Children
Can I still breastfeed if I have COVID-19?
Pfizer
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Moderna
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Johnson & Johnson
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Symptoms
Symptoms are generally milder in children than those in adults. They include fever, cough, shortness of breath and pneumonia. Flu and COVID-19 symptoms are highly similar, so it may be difficult to detect and determine.
Risks
CDC has identified the following as high-risk groups for a serious case of COVID-19:
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Children under 2 (not eligible for vaccination)
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Children born prematurely
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Children with obesity or lung disease
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People who are pregnant or recently pregnant
Current studies suggest that breast milk is not likely to spread the virus to babies, but should strictly follow COVID-19 precautions. Although the absolute risks are low, people who have COVID-19 during pregnancy are also more likely to give birth early and experience a stillbirth.