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Added on the 24/12/2020 13:00:00 - Copyright : EFE Inglés
A relative handful of Americans have received the vaccine to protect against the novel coronavirus. But according to HuffPost, it's unclear if those lucky few can still pass along the virus to others, even if they themselves aren't infected. Likewise, it's important to remember that even after getting the jab, it takes the body at least a month to build up its immunity to COVID-19. Therefore, it's essential to continue following proven public health measures, like universal masking, handwashing, and physical distancing. Experts say Americans shouldn't start to relax on observing these measures until roughly 70% of the population has been vaccinated.
Masks do not need to be worn during "vigorous intensity physical activity," the WHO has said. The WHO, or the World Health Organization, made updated guidelines, citing new research. The research says wearing masks can have negative effects, reports Business Insider. The WHO said other prevention measures, like distancing and ventilation, need to be in place. This includes indoor exercise venues or these venues should temporarily close. Some experts disagree with the guidance, however, citing that masks don't impair breathing.
According to Business Insider Bill Gates doesn't understand why people resist wearing masks. He made the comment on the first episode of his new podcast with actress Rashida Jones. What are these, like nudists?" the Microsoft founder said. "We ask you to wear pants. No American — or very few Americans — say that that's like some terrible thing." Gates said experts first based recommendations on what they knew about other respiratory viruses. However, he said COVID-19 turned out to be much different.
By the time president-elect Joe Biden takes office in January, it's likely the COVID-19 crisis in the US will be even worse. Biden has already warned of a 'dark winter.' According to Business Insider, Biden made his plan to handle the pandemic back in March, and it hasn't changed much since then. First off? Testing--widely available, and completely free for all Americans. Next up: masks and lockdowns Biden says he'll work closely with governors to organize mask mandates, tailored to hot spots of disease outbreaks. After that, it'll be mending fences. Biden plans to restore the authority of the CDC and rejoin the World Health Organization. Additionally, there will be more PPE for front-line and essential workers, free COVID-19 treatment and vaccines for all Americans, and 100,000 more contact tracers.
Face masks have been a contentious issue across the US as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on. That reality was unchanged at polling sites on Election Day, reports Business Insider. Many jurisdictions have chosen not to enforce mask mandates at polling places. They have done so as not to discourage people from voting or cause people to stay home. At some polling sites, disputes over masks led to long lines. Some voters felt intimidated and unsafe by those who chose not to wear them.
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