Dr. Abraar Karan

infectious disease physician and researcher at Stanford University

Infectious disease physician at Stanford University

Dr. Abraar Karan on KCRW

People can still go to work or school if they have COVID but no symptoms, says the California Health Department. It cites vaccinations, natural immunity, and Paxlovid as its reasoning.

California bucks CDC: No COVID symptoms, no problem

People can still go to work or school if they have COVID but no symptoms, says the California Health Department. It cites vaccinations, natural immunity, and Paxlovid as its reasoning.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

COVID cases could rise in CA, as they have on the East Coast. There are good therapeutics here, and indoor air must be as clean as possible, says one doctor.

Why CA is better prepared ahead of potential new COVID surge

COVID cases could rise in CA, as they have on the East Coast. There are good therapeutics here, and indoor air must be as clean as possible, says one doctor.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

California’s indoor mask mandate is expiring on February 15 for vaccinated residents. Face coverings will still be required for unvaccinated people and those in LA.

CA should wait a few more weeks before ditching mask mandate, says CA doctor

California’s indoor mask mandate is expiring on February 15 for vaccinated residents. Face coverings will still be required for unvaccinated people and those in LA.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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