The CDC recommends that people take additional precautions to protect themselves against viruses, like getting the Covid vaccine, the flu vaccine, and the RSV vaccine for those over the age of 60.

Cohen said other layers of protection include washing your hands, improving ventilation, and wearing a mask.

Masking recommendations eased up over the summer, but the CDC seems to be tightening guidance on mask wearing this winter as viruses spread.

In May, the CDC advised healthcare facilities to take a risk-based approach to universal masking.

Cohen also urged Americans to get tested when they are sick so they can follow the proper steps.

As of November 2023, US households are eligible for orders of four free Covid tests.

Cohen said in the video: “CDC will continue to closely monitor respiratory illnesses including respiratory viruses and pneumonia spreading across the US and around the world.”

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