CDC Downgrades COVID to Same Severity as the Flu… But Says You Must Keep Having Vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has downgraded the severity of the Chinese coronavirus to the same status as the flu, calling for a “unified approach” to treating such conditions.
In a press release on Friday, the CDC announced it was simplifying its recommendations for treating COVID because the virus no longer presents a significant threat.
The release stated:
CDC released today updated recommendations for how people can protect themselves and their communities from respiratory viruses, including COVID-19.
The new guidance brings a unified approach to addressing risks from a range of common respiratory viral illnesses, such as COVID-19, flu, and RSV, which can cause significant health impacts and strain on hospitals and health care workers.
