Most Don't Wear Masks Anymore But 1 MI County Is Urged to Mask Up

Since vaccinations have been implemented most people are no longer wearing masks to fight COVID-19 but one Michigan county is urging people to mask up again.

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Wearing a Mask to Fight Against COVID-19

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In the early days of COVID-19, we were quickly informed that wearing a mask was one of the best ways to avoid the coronavirus and the scientists were right.

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Further, into the pandemic, scientists had figured out vaccines, and those made their way to the public. Four vaccines later Michigan and the rest of the county became a safer place and the need for wearing masks has become less and less for most people.

Wearing a Mask is Still a Good Thing During the Cold Season

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Like the flu, the coronavirus and its variants are here to stay. Those with weak immune systems and who are high risk will continue to wear masks as needed. Others should consider those months like October through March when most colds are spreading to avoid catching the virus. I'm not telling you what to do but I do go back to a mask during the flu season to keep from catching any type of cold it's proven that it works.

One Michigan County is Urging Its Residents to Mask Up

So which county in Michigan is rising in COVID-19 cases so much that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urges residents to mask up again? Gogebic county on the west end of the Upper Peninsula.

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According to MLive, based on the level of coronavirus infections and hospitalizations, if you are in Gogebic County or plan to visit you better mask up regardless of vaccination status to limit transmission.

Answers to 25 common COVID-19 vaccine questions

Vaccinations for COVID-19 began being administered in the U.S. on Dec. 14, 2020. The quick rollout came a little more than a year after the virus was first identified in November 2019. The impressive speed with which vaccines were developed has also left a lot of people with a lot of questions. The questions range from the practical—how will I get vaccinated?—to the scientific—how do these vaccines even work?

Keep reading to discover answers to 25 common COVID-19 vaccine questions.

What Do I Do If I Lose My COVID-19 Vaccination Card?

When you get your COVID-19 vaccine, you're handed a card that details the date, manufacturer variety, and location of your dose. If you're getting one of the two-dose vaccines (Pfizer or Moderna), you'll need that card to coordinate your second and final dose. But even with the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine and even after getting the second shot, you'll need to keep that card in a safe place.

While nationwide vaccine mandates aren't a thing at the present time, there are a variety of times you might need that card even after completing the vaccine process. Many schools (primary, secondary, and higher education) are requiring the COVID-19 vaccine similar to other vaccinations. Additionally, some entertainment venues and mass transportation are requiring either proof of a negative COVID test or the vaccine card.

So what happens if you lose it? Relax. There are ways of obtaining a replacement - and they differ slightly whether you've lost it before getting both doses or after.