Should fully vaccinated people still test?

Should fully vaccinated people still test?

Typically, people who are fully vaccinated do not need to be tested. However, the CDC recommends anyone with any signs of symptoms of COVID-19 get tested, regard lessof vaccination status. Regular testing is also recommended for a vaccinated person working or living in highdensity/congregate settings (i.e., dormitory, jail, homeless shelter, or food production plant). Also, those working in health care settings should be tested,according to CDC’s guidance.

*The guidance on testing is constantly changing and you should always check with the CDC, state, and local health departments for the latest guidance.

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