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COVID-19 Vaccines for Immunocompromised People
CDC now recommends that people whose immune systems are compromised moderately to severely should receive an additional dose of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine after the initial 2 doses. Widespread vaccination is a critical tool to help stop the pandemic.
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Find help with rent and utilities
If you’re looking for help with housing costs, you’re not alone. State and local organizations are distributing federal rental assistance in their communities. The money can help landlords and renters who are struggling to keep up with rent and other bills. Many programs take applications from both landlords and renters. In New Mexico, the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) can help.
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Vaccine Incentive Program Returns
Beginning Monday, August 2, 2021, and until August 31, 2021, all New Mexicans will be eligible for a $100 incentive for getting a dose of COVID-19 vaccine during this time period.
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Resources & Guidance on Long COVID as a Disability
In light of the rise of long COVID as a persistent and significant health issue, the Office for Civil Rights of the Department of Health and Human Services and the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice have joined together to provide guidance on “long COVID” as a disability under the ADA, Section 504, and Section 1557.
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Updated Mask Guidance
The CDC has updated their mask guidance for fully vaccinated people given new evidence on the Delta variant currently circulating in the United States. To maximize protection from the Delta variant and prevent possibly spreading it to others, wear a mask indoors in public if you are in an area of substantial or high transmission.
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When You Can be Around Others After You Had or Likely...
According to the CDC, the best way to protect yourself and others is to stay home for 14 days if you think you’ve been exposed to someone who has COVID-19. People who are immunocompromised may require testing to determine when they can be around others.
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