coronavirus protection tips
April 30, 2021
CDC’s Safer Travel Tips | America Homecare
Since more and more people are getting their COVID-19 vaccines, traveling might be a concern for many. The CDC has some safer travel tips and guidelines to protect yourself and others. Remember that you are considered fully vaccinated after two weeks since your J&J shot or second dose of Moderna or Pfozer shots. Starting March...
April 9, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Possible Side Effects | America Homecare
As COVID-19 vaccines start becoming more available to larger demographics, it's important to know the vaccine side effects. These COVID-19 vaccine side effects may affect your daily routine but typically only last a few days. Some people experience no side effects at all. Experiencing side effects to the vaccine is normal and means your body...
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January 22, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Information [UPDATED] | America Homecare
In this blog post we cover New York's COVID-19 vaccine information and qualifications. As of January 11, New York has expanded the list of qualified persons who can receive the coronavirus (or COVID-19) vaccine. On February 15, this list was expanded even further. Beginning March 17, the following essential workers are eligible: Public-facing government and public...
December 16, 2020
What Is a PCR Test? | America Homecare
If you are on this blog post, you are wondering "what is a PCR test?" As a reminder, America Homecare is now offering COVID-19 tests via drive-thru, group/corporate, or at-home testing. PCR stands for a lab technique called polymerase chain reaction. It is also called a molecular test. The test detects genetic material of the...
September 10, 2020
Flu Season Protection Tips | America Homecare
With cold and flu season approaching, here are some flu season protection tips and some information on the flu. Protection and precaution are especially important in this pandemic. What is the flu? Influenza is a contagious respiratory infection caused by flu viruses that travel through the air and enter the body through the nose or...
August 19, 2020
How to Wash Reusable Face Masks | America Homecare
In this mask washing guide, we cover the correct, sanitary ways to wash and dry reusable face masks. Masks are crucial to controlling the coronavirus or COVID-19. Along with keeping 6-feet apart when in public and practicing social distancing, wearing a mask properly will make all the difference. Note: this mask washing guide is...
August 14, 2020
Proper Mask Wearing Guide | America Homecare
In this mask wearing guide, we cover the proper mask wearing. Masks are crucial to controlling the coronavirus or COVID-19. Along with keeping 6-feet apart when in public and practicing social distancing, wearing a mask properly will make all the difference. The CDC recommends that people wear masks in public and when around people who don’t...
June 26, 2020
Home Cleaning and Disinfection Guide | America Homecare
We had briefly covered a caregiver housecleaning guide in a previous post. In this post, we're going to cover a cleaning and disinfection guide if you've got someone sick in your household. There's also handy cleaning checklist on our blog you can use as a reference for shopping. PLEASE NOTE: In the state of New...
June 19, 2020
Coronavirus Symptoms Guide | America Homecare
With the country slowly reopening, it's still very important to take precautions. Knowing the coronavirus symptoms can help protect yourself and others. It's important to also continue to wear masks and keep six feet apart from others. Here in this blog post, we cover the coronavirus symptoms from the CDC website. There is also a...
June 5, 2020
CDC’s Tips on Little Contact Errands | America Homecare
As a caregiver, you'll eventually have to do go out and do some essential errands, preferably little contact errands. If you're running these errands for yourself or a client, it is very important that you limit contact with others. The less contact you make with other people and objects that commonly used, the less chance...