Colleges consider more restrictions as Omicron outbreaks increase, but concerns about student mental health give pause | The Boston Globe
CEID Faculty Dr. David Hamer comments on how colleges and universities are reacting to the Omicron variant. “David Hamer, a professor of global health and infectious disease specialist at Boston University, said that so far BU has not seen any cases of Omicron, but that university officials expect it will arrive at some point, likely […]
‘Not good at all’: Spike in Massachusetts COVID-19 infections show pandemic isn’t over, experts say
CEID Faculty Dr. David Hamer joins the Boston Globe to discuss the recent uptick in COVID-19 infections in Massachusetts. Read full article here.
COVID infections in Mass. reach highest level in months, while first Omicron case in US is identified
CEID Founding Director Dr. Nahid Bhadelia & Faculty Dr. David Hamer discuss the Omicron variant and global vaccine equity. Read full article here.
The coronavirus variant Omicron has arrived in the United States: Here’s what we know
CEID Founding Director Dr. Nahid Bhadelia answers questions about the novel COVID-19 variant, Omicron. Read the full article here.
Is it time to get serious about masking inside again in Massachusetts?
CEID Faculty Dr. Cassandra Pierre is featured in a Boston Globe piece about masking guidance. Read full article here.
COVID-19 cases have jumped 59% in New England in the past two weeks
CEID Founding Director Dr. Nahid Bhadelia comments on the concerning recent uptick in COVID-19 cases. Read full article here.
COVID-19 drugs are promising, but you should still get vaccinated, experts say
CEID Faculty Dr. David Hamer emphasizes that, “Vaccination remains the key intervention for controlling COVID-19.”
Experts urge parents to get kids vaccinated against COVID-19, say their own kids will get shots
CEID Faculty Dr. Syra Madad’s opinion piece on why she will be vaccinating her children is featured in the Boston Globe.
You’re not eligible yet for a COVID-19 booster. Should you be worried?
CEID Faculty Dr. Cassandra Pierre discusses FOMO (fear of missing out) on COVID-19 booster shots.
COVID-19 concerns remain as Salem, Topsfield celebrate autumn traditions
CEID Faculty Dr. David Hamer comments, “People should feel safe participating, even unmasked, in outdoor events, where the chance of transmission is low. Indoors, they should take precautions like masking and maintaining distance.” Read more here.