Covid-19: The Latest | Southeast
Everything you need to know in one place. Stay updated on all the latest Covid-19 news as it impacts those with lupus from resources, news, and programming. We will be keeping you updated and provide virtual programming to get you through these unprecedented times. You are not alone.
We know how difficult these unprecedented times are for all of you living with lupus and your loved ones. We are committed to walking by your side every step of the way. In times like this, it is even more important than ever that we come together as a community. If you need answers, we will be here to provide them.
We are here. Always.
Updated: 8/15/2022 12:23pm
Residential households in the U.S. can order one set of 4 free at-home tests. Limit of one order per residential address. One order includes 4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests. Orders will ship free starting in late January.
Find resources that will help you stay both mentally and physically healthy during this uncertain time; and steps we've taken over the course of the pandemic to help protect people with lupus.
Aquí encontrará las noticias más recientes; recursos que le ayudarán a mantenerse mental y físicamente sano(a) durante este tiempo de incertidumbre; y las medidas que hemos tomado durante el transcurso de la pandemia para ayudar a proteger a las personas con lupus.
The CDC released its new COVID-19 guidelines. Read out blog post about suggestions to protect yourself in the current environment!
As the COVID-19 virus continues to change, new COVID-19 research shows that having only one mRNA COVID-19 booster shot may not fully protect people with an autoimmune disease from infection with the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV2. Talk to your healthcare provider about COVID-19 vaccination and/or booster shots and about whether you should continue to take other precautions, such as wearing a mask.
New COVID19 Research: A COVID-19 booster shot significantly lessens risk of developing breakthrough infection in people with lupus and immediately increases antibody levels, even if on immunosuppressant drugs.
According to the Department of Health and Human Services, the U.S. government will distribute these masks to local pharmacies and community health centers. There is a limit of three masks per person.
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order #44 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Learn more.
Eligible people can receive COVID-19 vaccines as authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Florida has many sites that are providing COVID-19 vaccines.
Monoclonal Antibody Treatments (MAB) for COVID-19 can prevent severe illness, hospitalization and death among high-risk individuals. This treatment is available widely in Florida.
The latest news in the state of Florida on Covid-19 can be found here.
List of resources for Floridians who have been impacted by coronavirus pandemic.
Find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free or reduced cost programs, including new programs for the COVID-19 pandemic. Find them here.
For the first time, people with lupus on Medicare will be able to receive infusions of Benlysta at home and will not be required to go to a physician’s office or another facility to get their infusions. Read more.
Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Public Health Emergency, doctors and other health care providers can use telehealth services to treat COVID-19 for Medicare patients.
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We know these are scary times but please also know you are not alone. Although our in-person support groups are suspended until further notice we will be here for you every step of the way. Find out how.
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