Marcus Plescia
chief medical officer of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials
6 Outdoor Activities Ranked by Risk of Exposure to COVID-19
Amid the pandemic, outside is the safest place to hang out with others. But the risk of outdoor exposure to COVID-19 is not uniform for every activity.
Try This 1-Second Test To Find Out if Your Face Mask Is Effective
With so many fabrics and styles out there, the question, "How do I know if my mask is effective?" is on many people's minds.
Getting Your Flu Shot Is Always Important—But This Year It’s Absolutely Vital
A World Health Organization (WHO) spokesperson says the fall 2020 flu shot may be the most essential one yet. Here's why you need to get yours.
This Matrix From MIT Explains the COVID-19 Risk Level of Different Activities
Safely seeing people is much more nuanced than just staying six feet apart and donning your mask. Researchers created this COVID-19 risk level chart.
You Should Consider Giving Blood Right Now—It’s Safe To Donate and Needed More Than Ever
Is it safe to donate blood? Yes, says Marcus Plescia, MD, MPH, chief medical officer of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials.
