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With Thanksgiving just days away, Boston-area COVID wastewater data spikes

The Biden administration on Monday said it was offering another round of free at-home COVID tests to U.S. households. American can use COVIDtests.gov to request four free tests

Close-up of a person receiving a shot
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Thanksgiving is just two days away, and Boston-area wastewater data indicates that the coronavirus is on the rise.

The Boston Herald reports that the virus levels are climbing in the north and south of Boston — the weekly average for both are up 65% from last week.

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With the holiday season here, the Department of Public Health is urging residents to get their flu shots and updated COVID-19 vaccine. Last week, a major study revealed that getting both the COVID and flu shots together produces a stronger antibody response.

The Biden administration on Monday said it was offering another round of free at-home COVID tests to U.S. households. Americans can use COVIDtests.gov to request four free tests. 

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