With COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations spiking around the country, changing guidance on isolation and testing, and schools restarting for the spring semester, we decided to dive into the best ways to stay safe as the omicron variant spreads. To help us understand more about best testing practices, omicron transmission, and the CDC’s latest guidelines, we were joined by two virologists. 

Loneliness in older adults can lead to serious health problems. This is especially an issue in rural America, where seniors may be more isolated. Senior centers were created to combat this
problem, but they face challenges of their own.