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Testing is self-care: Keeping safe from COVID, colds, the flu and RSV this autumn

Back to school. Holiday gatherings. And staying inside to keep warm! The fall brings cooler temperatures but also more exposure to contagious diseases and seasonal allergies.

Colds, allergies, the flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are an inevitable part of autumn and winter. However, the sniffles don’t always mean COVID-19. There are tests for just about any of the typical sniffle-causing ailments you may encounter during the colder parts of the year.

Summer vacation and gathering tips for our third summer of the COVID-19 pandemic

Summer is in full swing! We’ve compiled a few tips to help you feel even more confident in your gathering and travel plans this year.

COVID-19 Antibody levels: More may be better

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a lot of talk about testing. Usually, people are referring to diagnostic testing performed with a nasal swab. However, another type of testing—one that requires a blood test and that you may not know about—has been around nearly the whole time.

That testing is for assessing antibody levels against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Demystifying “Flurona”: Dual Viral Infection Is More Common Than You May Think

Since the start of the year, you’ve undoubtedly been hearing more and more about “Flurona.” You may be asking yourself, “Is this even possible? Why are we seeing this now? What can I do to protect myself and my loved ones?” 

We’re taking time to clear up some of these questions and, hopefully, equip you with the knowledge to stay calm and stay healthy.

Why Viral Variants Like Omicron Are Emerging: A Viral Variation 101

When the COVID-19 pandemic started, we had a singular enemy: the SARS-CoV-2 virus. However, now it seems that there are multiple enemies, with the emergence of variants like Delta and Omicron. How did this happen?

COVID-19 Glossary: Terms to Know

See definitions for words commonly used by professionals when discussing COVID-19.

COVID-19 vs. Flu vs. RSV: How to tell the difference between respiratory infections

Learn the differences between the flu, COVID-19, and RSV and ways to diagnose them.

A Guide to the COVID-19 Variants: What You Need to Know About Testing and More

Learn about the multiple SARS-CoV-2 variants that have emerged since the start of the pandemic.

COVID-19 Testing Options to Detect Current Infection vs. Prior Infection