As we enter the second winter of dealing with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, we’ve got all the COVID news you need to know as people retreat indoors to avoid the weather, but open themselves up to the virus.
This season also coincides with flu season, so we’ve got advice on how to tell symptoms of the flu virus apart from the COVID-19 virus symptoms.
For those that are vaccinated, there’s one group in particular who is extra susceptible to a breakthrough COVID infection. Finally, there’s been a recall on a popular home COVID test that consumers need to know about before heading over to their relatives’ homes for the holiday season.
Here’s all the information you need to know to get through this season with your health intact during these trying times.
The COVID-19 Home Testing is being recalled for possible false positive results
After the manufacturer discovered that some of the home COVID-19 tests were false-positive, a brand of the test was voluntarily recalled. The FDA has reported that the tests likely didn’t give out false-negative results, but consumers should definitely check the manufacturer’s website to see if they accidentally took home a faulty product.
This article will tell you which brands to be on the lookout for and what to do when your product has been recalled.
The most obvious sign of flu symptoms is COVID-19
It can be hard to distinguish between the common flu symptoms and COVID symptoms. They share many symptoms in common, including fever, cough, chills, shortness of breath, and cold symptoms. The only difference is that the symptoms are not identical.
Here’s how to identify the flu from COVID-19 and reduce your anxiety about seasonal flu symptoms.
CDC Data Shows That This Group of Fully Vaxxed People is Most Likely to Get A Breakthrough Infection
Even though everyone has been vaccinated, some people still have a high risk of contracting the virus. Although these cases are less severe than cases in which an individual is not vaccinated, they still pose a threat to a significant portion of the population.
Which groups should remain extra cautious as we enter colder weather and the pandemic? Click here to learn more.