Emerging COVID-19 variants and vaccination guidance
Health officials identify two concerning COVID-19 variants, Delta and Omicron, with ongoing studies on impact. Vaccination plus boosters remain the best protection against severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Medina County Health Department offers free vaccines at community clinics. schedule at 330-723-9688 option 2 or ArmorVax app. bring CDC vaccination card and ID.
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Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
CDC
United States
National Institute of Aging
Medina County
Health Department
ArmorVax
Medinahealth.org
Medina County Health Department
How seniors can lower injury risk through activity
Active seniors reduce injury risk by warming up five to ten minutes before exercise and engaging in appropriate strength training twice weekly. Begin with gradual progression, consider a personal trainer, and finish workouts with stretches held 10 to 30 seconds to lengthen muscles and improve range of motion.
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American Council On Exercise
AARP
Department of Health & Human Services
Harvard Medical School
Travel tips for seniors as pandemic fades and wanderlust returns
The piece notes seniors spend heavily on travel, with averages around $12,000 yearly per Virtuoso. It urges vaccinated travelers to stay healthy on trips and lists precautions such as airline mask rules, possible vaccine or test proofs, and social distancing. It advises traveling during off peak times to avoid crowds and reduce infection risk.
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United States Census Bureau
International Travel Agency
Virtuoso
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