Though the summer of 2024 has been life back to normal in many ways throughout the world in regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, those who have tested positive for…
Though the summer of 2024 has been life back to normal in many ways throughout the world in regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, those who have tested positive for the virus recently may be wondering what has changed in regards to symptoms and CDC guidelines.
"The recommendations suggest returning to normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, symptoms are improving overall, and if a fever was present, it has been gone without use of a fever-reducing medication," the guidance states. The agency is emphasizing that people should still try to prevent infections in the first place, by getting vaccinated, washing their hands, and taking steps to bring in more outdoor fresh air.
The change comes at a time when COVID-19 is no longer the public health menace it once was. It dropped from being the nation's third leading cause of death early in the pandemic to 10th last year.
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