Found 5 blog entries tagged as CDC.

 

This morning Governor DeSantis visited Jupiter to announce that all 67 Publix pharmacies in Palm Beach County are getting ready to offer the COVID-19 vaccine beginning later this week.  The Town of Jupiter, located at 210 Military Trail, Jupiter, released the following update:

“Vaccines will be provided by appointment only through Publix system, based on availability.  Publix is maintaining a COVID-19 vaccination page where they are updating information when new vaccine locations are added and appointments are available.

To watch the Governor's press conference in full, click here (fast forward to 6 minutes and 30 seconds)."

 

 

1745 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

 

Because Coronavirus can be spread easily, countless Palm Beach County residents have resorted to wearing face masks to protect themselves.  The virus is transmissible through human contact and exposure to respiratory droplets from an infected person.  When an infected person coughs or sneezes, they force out respiratory droplets into the air. They can also spread those droplets around if they touch their eyes and nose then touch another person or surface. Meet these infectious drops and you could get sick.

There is data that face masks can slow the spread of airborne viruses. For example, one study from 2008 found that those who used a mask were 80% less likely to get the flu. Additionally, a 2009 report observed that wearing face masks and…

1389 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

 

Palm Beach County residents should be aware of Coronavirus emailing scams. These emails could contain dangerous links and information designed to scare you into clicking on the link. Scammers often create fake charity emails after global occurrences such as a natural disaster or health scares, like COVID-19.  

Below are some examples of the types of scams you should be on the lookout for:  

  • Emails that appear to be from organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control or the World Health Organization. The scammers have manufactured emails that seem to come from reputable sources.  They include malicious phishing links or attachments.
  • Emails that ask for charity donations for studies, doctors, or victims that have been affected by…

1359 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

 

Southeast Floridians are keeping informed on the latest COVID-19 statistics. The news seems to change hour to hour, day by day. One of the foremost authorities to trust is the Center for Disease Control. C.D.C. does not know the exact number of COVID-19 illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths for a variety of reasons. COVID-19 can cause mild illness, symptoms might not appear immediately. There are various reasons for delays in reporting and testing. Not each person who is infected seeks medical care and gets tested.

It has been reported that states and territories confirm numbers in their jurisdictions in different manners. Each state’s health department reports the spread or the virus in their area. This map shows confirmed and probable COVID-19…

1129 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

The highly contagious COVID-19 disease is unsettling for all South Floridians, as well as the nation. Since vehicle interiors are essentially small contained spaces, it is important to take steps to reduce the risk of introducing the virus into the car, contracting the virus while being inside the vehicle, and bringing it home.

Limiting your trips outside is the most effective method of ensuring you won’t contract the coronavirus or spread it to others. This will reduce the spread of germs into your vehicle and prevent you from carrying them to the outside world, into your car and back inside your home.

Cleaning your vehicle should be on the list of things to do. It is a good idea to use disposable or designated gloves while cleaning to prevent…

1259 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post