CDC FACE MASK GUIDANCE: The CDC says double masking can increase protection against the coronavirus. In updated guidelines for wearing masks, the CDC explains the benefits of tightly fitted masks. (CBS News) | News 4 WIVB Buffalo

COVID-19 cases are continuing to decrease across most of the country, but the overall level of community transmission in the United States is high. The current 7-day average of daily new cases is 84,555, a 12.5% decrease from the previous 7-day period. Getting vaccinated is the best way to help prevent COVID-19, especially severe illness and death. COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and free! If you aren’t vaccinated: ✅ Get vaccinated. 😷 Wear a mask over your nose and mouth. ↔ Stay at least

The overall level of COVID-19 community transmission in the United States remains high. The current 7-day average of daily new cases is 74,585, a 5.1% increase from the previous 7-day period. COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at helping prevent COVID-19, especially severe illness, hospitalization, and death. If you aren’t vaccinated: ✅ Get vaccinated. 😷 Wear a mask over your nose & mouth. ↔ Stay at least 6 feet from others. 🚫 Avoid crowds & poorly ventilated spaces. 🖐 Wash your hands o