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NEW COVID/RESPIRATORY VIRUS GUIDELINES
As the threat from COVID-19 becomes more similar to that of other common respiratory viruses, CDC is issuing Respiratory Virus Guidance, rather than additional virus-specific guidance. This brings a unified, practical approach to addressing risk from a range of common respiratory viral illnesses, such as influenza and RSV, that have similar routes of transmission and symptoms and similar prevention strategies.
The latest from the CDC.....(click on this link)
New Guidelines for COVID and Respiratory Viruses
HealthFirst Family Care Center
October 2023, the Mascoma Community Health Center began a new partnership with HealthFirst Family Care Center out of Franklin and Laconia New Hampshire. The HealthFirst Family Care Center offers all the same services (and more to come) including primary care, behavioral health, an MAT program and dental care. For more information on HealthFirst go to: healthfirstfamily.org
FREE COVID TESTS
Go to: COVIDtests.gov to order up to 4 free COVID tests.
MEDICAID DENTAL INSURANCE FOR ADULTS
Adults in New Hampshire's Medicaid program will have access to cleanings, fillings, X-rays and other basic dental care under a new benefit that began April 1. Contact your Medicaid office for more information.