{"id":5790,"date":"2024-04-05T10:47:04","date_gmt":"2024-04-05T14:47:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/haiar\/?page_id=5790"},"modified":"2026-03-04T10:04:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T15:04:25","slug":"covid-19","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/haiar\/covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"
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COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, emerged in late 2019 and has since become a global pandemic. It primarily spreads through respiratory droplets and can lead to a range of symptoms, from mild to severe. Efforts to control the virus include vaccination, social distancing, and hygiene practices. Below, are infection prevention and control resources for COVID-19. For additional information, visit the VDH COVID-19 page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Educational Resources<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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