New data show the #COVID19 variant #XBB.1.5 is projected to make up 40.5% of COVID-19 cases nationally. See thread below for what we currently know and on what you can do to protect yourself.
#COVID19 variant #XBB.1.5 may be more transmissible than other variants, but we don’t know if it causes more severe disease. We’re closely watching this variant to see how well our vaccines & treatments are working against it.
CDC constantly monitors for and reports on current and new COVID-19 variants. As more genetic sequencing data are gathered week to week, today's projections may change. But our advice on protecting yourself from #COVID19 does not.
Do your part to help protect yourself, your community, & our hospitals:
-Stay up to date on #COVID19 vaccines
-Test before going to large gatherings
-Wear a mask if you're in an area w/ high community transmission or if you choose bit.ly/3bGvO6p #XBB.1.5
CDC recommends updated #COVID19 vaccines for everyone ages 5+. Learn more about #COVID19 vaccines, including who is eligible: bit.ly/3u3wsHF
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Starting Jan 5, 2023: Travelers flying to U.S. from China, or who have been in China in the past 10 days & are flying from certain airports, must show a negative #COVID19 test taken within 2 days before #travel to the US or documentation of recovery. bit.ly/3GqnSYU
More info: Because of surge in COVID-19 cases in China + the lack of adequate, transparent sequencing data, incl. critical viral genomic sequence data, the U.S. is taking steps to protect Americans’ public health and be on alert for any potential #COVID19 variants.
Based on lack of available data, incl. limited availability of viral genomic sequencing data to help identify new #COVID19 variants & a limited number of testing/reporting of new cases, it is harder for U.S. public health officials to identify new variants spreading to U.S.
CDC is closely monitoring the recent increase of Ebola Sudan virus cases in Uganda. At this time, there are no confirmed cases of #Ebola related to this outbreak reported in the United States. 🧵⬇️
As part of the U.S.’s efforts to address this outbreak with the international community, CDC & @USAID are working closely with local, national, and international partners to enhance the country’s preparedness and surveillance. @MinofHealthUG
In Uganda, CDC is:
☑️ Supporting @MinofHealthUG’s surveillance efforts to detect/treat #Ebola cases
☑️ Researching how the outbreak began & studying bats (believed to carry Ebola virus)
☑️ Assisting w/ epidemiologic investigation, case recognitions, laboratory capacity
A14a: We offer a suite of digital and downloadable resources to help you promote #COVID19 vaccination for children and teens: bit.ly/33h6W66. #WellnessWed
A14b: For up-to-date information for jurisdictions, healthcare providers, pharmacists, schools, and community partners on #COVID19 vaccination for children visit: bit.ly/310FSXD. #WellnessWed
A14c: Looking for #COVID19 vaccination information to share with those who may have lower health literacy? Check out this resource available in 5 languages: bit.ly/3dNkHf6. #WellnessWed
A3b: There is no evidence that vaccine ingredients or antibodies developed following #COVID19 vaccination will cause any problems with becoming pregnant. #WellnessWed
A3c: There is also no evidence that the #COVID19 vaccine affects puberty. #WellnessWed
A2b: The #COVID19 vaccine for children is safe and effective. It has undergone rigorous testing and been authorized by FDA and recommended by CDC for children ages 5 and older. #WellnessWed
A2c: #COVID19 vaccines for children ages 5-11 years were developed and tested the same way as adult COVID-19 vaccines. Clinical trials were conducted to test the safety of the vaccine with thousands of children and no serious safety concerns were identified. #WellnessWed
A1a: Children can get #COVID19 and are at risk of getting very sick. As of October 2021, more than 8,300 children ages 5-11 have been hospitalized. COVID-19 ranks as one of the top 10 causes of death for children ages 5 through 11 years. #WellnessWed
A1b: Children can also experience both short- and long-term health conditions after getting #COVID19, like multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C). #WellnessWed
A1c: Vaccinating children ages 5 years and older can help protect them from getting #COVID19 and keep them from getting seriously sick even if they do get COVID-19. #WellnessWed