Contact Tracing for COVID-19: Do we still need it? (You bet we do!)

Dr. Kyle Bernstein will share updates on CDC’s COVID-19 response, including the latest scientific information and what everyone should know about protecting themselves and others. Dr. Melanie Taylor will discuss contact tracing and why it is still important during the COVID-19 Response.Resource Document: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/partner-calls/contract-tracing/2021.04.12-ResourceLinks.docxAudio Transcript: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/partner-calls/contract-tracing/Webinar_Audio_Transcript.docx

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