Local Doctors Share Advice Amid Covid Surge

As COVID-19 cases rise in Western Pennsylvania, local doctors advise taking a COVID test if experiencing symptoms like fever, cough, or sore throat. Despite lower numbers compared to the pandemic's peak, cases in Allegheny County have increased since June. The CDC's updated guidelines allow return to work or school after being fever-free for 24 hours and recommend masking for five days. Home tests are useful but may require multiple tests for accuracy. Vaccination remains crucial to reduce severe infections and deaths, with updated vaccines expected this fall.