COVID surges are defined as sudden increases in COVID-19 hospitalization and death rates. COVID surges can happen indoors and outdoors, but most often happen indoors in public settings. The omicron variant is the most common type of COVID surge. COVID home tests can...
It's a common question these days: if I have antibodies in my system, does that mean I'm immune to Covid-19? The simple answer is maybe. Let's take a closer look. If you have recovered from Covid-19 or have been fully vaccinated, it is likely that you have some...
As the new school year approaches, many parents and students are preparing to return to campus. With the COVID-19 pandemic still ongoing, there are a few things to keep in mind in order to stay safe. Here are some tips for returning to school during the pandemic:...
Asymptomatic COVID-19 refers to people who test positive for the virus that causes COVID-19 but don't experience any symptoms. This can be a confusing concept, so let's break it down. COVID-19 is caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. When this virus infects someone,...
One of the silver linings of the Covid-19 pandemic has been the chance to focus on our health. Many of us have been meal planning and cooking at home more, and as a result, we're eating healthier overall. One thing that can be challenging about eating healthy, though,...
Isolate, and quarantine are two ways to separate people who have been infected with a contagious disease from those who are healthy and uninfected. Isolation separates sick people from healthy people. Quarantine separates and restricts the movement of people exposed...
As the covid-19 pandemic continues to spread throughout the world, Premium Health is taking steps to ensure that our patients are able to get the care and treatment they need. We are now offering covid-19 testing at our facility in Irvine. There are two main types of...
The Limit of Detection (LoD) is the lowest concentration of a substance that can be measured and reported with 99% confidence. It is an important concept in many fields, including public health and safety. In the context of testing for Covid-19, the LoD may refer to...
Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, many employers have been wondering what they can do to keep their employees safe. One option that is gaining popularity is workplace-based testing for SARS-CoV-2. This type of testing can help identify infection in employees...