Selena Simmons-Duffin
Stories
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Health
Isolation rule changes are the latest case of the CDC's problems with messaging
The new CDC guidelines for COVID-19 isolation and quarantine have garnered a lot of criticism. And this is just one example of the agency's on going communication problems.
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Politics
President Biden addressed growing concerns about the omicron variant in speech
President Biden is laying out his next steps for taking on the omicron variant, including giving out more at-home tests and sending support teams to overwhelmed hospitals.
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Politics
White House issues a warning to unvaccinated Americans as concerns about omicron grow
The White House continues the same COVID-19 messages and strategies even as models suggest an omicron surge is coming.
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National
As omicron spreads, public health advocates urge states to reinstate mask mandates
A new statewide mask mandate in California went into effect Wednesday, bringing the total number of states with mask mandates to 10. That has some public health advocates worried as omicron spreads.
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National
Public health messaging about omicron will be vital to curb conspiracy theories
Much is unknown about the omicron variant. Scientists are scrambling to gather information. But with the first case of omicron confirmed in the U.S., public health officials can't afford to be silent.
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Health
Some parents want to wait to vaccinate their kids. Here's why doctors say do it now
Physicians weigh in on what you need to know about the safety and efficacy of the vaccine, and how to think about the risks and benefits of vaccinating your kid
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National
CDC advisers meet to consider recommending Pfizer's lower-dose vaccine for kids
School-aged children may soon be eligible for COVID-19 vaccination, as a key group of CDC advisors is set to vote on what it recommends.
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Health
6 tips to help you pick the right health insurance plan
The open enrollment period to buy health insurance on HealthCare.gov starts now and runs through Jan. 15, 2022. Look for more options and expanded subsidies this year — and more help signing up.
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Health
Life Kit: Picking the right health insurance for you
Choosing between health insurance plans can be a headache. How do you pick the right one?
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National
Here's the timeline for the kids COVID vaccine authorization
There are a couple of big steps to get through before U.S. kids under 12 might be able to get the vaccine. Here's how the process works and when the shots could arrive.