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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is sharing information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on safe ways to celebrate the holidays. Currently across the United States, an increase in COVID-19 infections is being reported. Omicron, the latest COVID-19 variant of concern, is highly contagious, was first detected last month, and has now been reported in 89 countries. As of December 20, 2021, Omicron has been detected in most states and territories and is rapidly increasing the proportion of COVID-19 cases it is causing.
Current vaccines are expected to protect against severe illness, hospitalizations, and deaths due to infection with the Omicron variant. However, breakthrough infections in people who are fully vaccinated are likely to occur. With other variants, like Delta, vaccines have remained effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalizations, and death. The recent emergence of Omicron further emphasizes the importance of vaccination and boosters.
The CDC reminds us of the tools to fight Omicron:
Vaccines
Masks
Testing
Safety During In-Person Visits: Infection Mitigation Strategies for Supports Coordinators and In-Home and Community Support Providers
Thursday, October 28, 2021
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
This webinar is being offered by the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in conjunction with the Jewish Healthcare Foundation, who will share their expertise in infection mitigation strategies important for SCs and in-home and community support providers to promote safety for yourselves and those you support.
Topics covered will include:
How Infections Occur
Breaking the Chain of Infection
Standard Precautions
Everyday Precautions and Mitigation Strategies for COVID-19
References and Resources