FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Wes Stubblefield, M.D., (256) 340-2113
In response to the constantly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently reviewed and revised guidance for specific groups after publishing guidance for the general population.
The K-12 school guidance was updated on January 13, 2022, and can be found at the following link: cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/k-12-guidance.html. Alabama-specific updates are currently in progress and will be posted to the Alabama Department of Public Health’s website as they are available alabamapublichealth.gov/covid19/schools.html
Additionally, the Early Care and Education/Child Care Programs guidance was updated on January 28, 2022, and can be found at the following link: cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/child-care-guidance.html.
Finally, the guidance for Institutions of Higher Education was updated on February 7, 2022, and can be found at the following link: cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/colleges-universities/considerations.html.
Those involved in decision-making in the situations for schools, child care and higher education are encouraged to view the resources linked above.
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County health departments throughout Alabama provide a wide range of confidential and professional services. Contact your local county health department for additional information.
Mission: To promote, protect, and improve Alabama’s health
Vision: Healthy People. Healthy Communities. Healthy Alabama.