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March 22, 2021
Still contagious?
It’s been weeks, but my COVID-19 symptoms are hanging around. Am I still contagious? 
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February 25, 2021
What’s up with these new COVID-19 variants?
Mutations: Cool when they’re the X-men. Not so cool when they change amino acids within the SARS-CoV-2 virus causing COVID-19 variants. And how dangerous are the variants anyway? Are we talking Magneto level dangerous, or are they more like Mastermind?
February 8, 2021
New variants of the virus are here; do I need a better mask?
Crafty COVID-19 is upping its game, should I put on two masks to do the same?
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January 25, 2021
Share a ride, not the virus
Taking a taxi? Hopping in a friend’s backseat? Don’t take COVID-19 on a joy ride.
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January 8, 2021
I got the COVID-19 vaccine! Can I toss my mask?
I got my COVID-19 vaccine! Can I take off this mask and give you a hug?
January 5, 2021
Tag — you’re sick!
Mom gave COVID-19 to Dad, then Dad gave it to Brad, then Brad infected Chad and now everyone in the house is sad. Are we doomed to repeat this cycle forever? If so, we are NOT glad.
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December 22, 2020
Can someone who has recovered from COVID-19 still spread it to others?
Your daughter just called to invite you to a holiday get-together. She says it’s safe because everyone who will be there has already had COVID-19. Should you bring a cheeseball or take a rain check?
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December 17, 2020
Shorter quarantine periods now an option for some individuals
Confused about the CDC’s new options for shorter quarantine periods after exposure to COVID-19? Why the change? How does it work? And which option would apply to me?
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December 11, 2020
Are there “COVID cooties” on my gloves?
Nana worked so hard on these crocheted mittens! Do I need to boil them to keep the COVID-19 particles away? And just how dangerous are contaminated surfaces?
December 4, 2020
Don’t let down your guard. Or your mask!
Beth, Chris, and Nicole: They’re not just your best lunch buddies, they’re also lean mean aerosol machines. So if you want to avoid COVID-19, you’re gonna want to eat your submarine sandwich solo, or make that takeout order for one.

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