Omicron is important, but more important to us right now is this upcoming week. There was a lot of households mixing for thanksgiving, waning immunity, and a LOT of virus in the community. Test yourself before work on Mon-Wed and wear a mask if indoors and around others.

Things are looking very good at UMassD. Statewide, wastewater data has plummeted back to summer levels, on campus wastewater nearly flatlined. 2 cases in 8000 on campus this week, 96% of our community are up-to-date with vaccines. And Spring-ish weather!

Touring Blanche Ames Elementary #WeDigEPS Ann Weintrob

Happy Birthday Ann Weintrob #wedigeps

Vaccines are now available for individuals 6 months and older. The COVID-19 vaccine is... ☑️safe, ☑️effective, and ☑️protective against serious illness. Learn more from Mass. Public Health: bit.ly/3Rmeo4K

Test positive for COVID-19? Use our free telehealth service as soon as possible to see if Paxlovid is right for you. If it is, we'll have it ready at a local pharmacy or deliver it to your home. Learn more: Mass.gov/CovidTelehealth #Covid19MA

Exciting day for kids ages 5-11 who are now eligible for the updated COVID booster. #CallYourPediatrician to schedule your child's booster and ask about getting their flu shot at the same time!

Happy Halloween 🎃

You can't get far in a COVID discussion without someone claiming the vaccines don't "stop" transmission. So for reference, here's a non-exhaustive list of published studies & preprints that show being vaccinated against COVID reduces the likelihood of COVID transmission. 🧵

This fall, we’re co-hosting family-friendly COVID vaccination clinics in communities across MA. No appointment needed! Find one near you at mass.gov/GetBoosted

While a new CDC study shows COVID-19 vaccination rates for children remain low, authors say a recommendation and assurances on vaccine safety from a health care provider could increase vaccination coverage among young children publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/2…

Please get vaccinated !

Rates of respiratory illness in infants and children are on the rise in Massachusetts and across much of the U.S. Keep your family healthy this season with these four steps. Learn more: ow.ly/Z3uY50LCW7q

This season, your body needs protection against two viruses—flu and COVID-19. Get vaccinated against both to help keep yourself and your family healthy. Learn more: mass.gov/FluShot

The numbers of COVID-19 and flu cases are one and a half times higher than last week. Dr. Darien Sutton has more on what you should expect this holiday. gma.abc/3iGdzqj

Respiratory viruses that can cause illness in infants and children are still circulating in Massachusetts and across much of the U.S. Keep your family healthy this season with these four steps. Learn more: mass.gov/news/dph-and-m…

Honoring #LillianWald for #WomensHistoryMonth a pioneering figure in public health, school nursing, and community service. NASN, Inc. relentlessschoolnurse.com/2024/03/07/the…

As a doctor and the father of two young children, I know that nothing is more important than keeping our kids safe. That’s why I want to take a moment to talk to you about the measles cases we’re seeing. 1/2

.Dr. Darien Sutton joins Linsey Davis to detail the size and scope of the tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas, one of the largest outbreaks in U.S. history.