Travel
Fly Smarter
Yes, planes have great air-filtration systems, but they’re not quite COVID-free zones. Here’s how you can avoid bringing the virus home with you.
Don’t Forget the Masks: A COVID-Safer Road Trip
My partner and I wanted to see some of America’s greatest national parks, but we knew we’d have to factor COVID-19 into our travel plans. Here’s how we did it.
Considerations for Booking International Travel
How to stay healthy and still have a good time on your trip.
I Need a PCR Test. Where Do I Go Now?
Tests are still widely available, if you know where to look.
Quick answers
Need more information on COVID-19 and travel? Check out My COVID Toolkit.
Domestic Flying in the COVID-19 Era
Taking a routine domestic flight is a different experience than it was pre-pandemic. Here’s what to expect — and how to prepare.
It’s Booster Season
We now have a booster against both the original strain of the virus and the Omicron variant.
Questions My Friends Ask | Part 3: I Have COVID. Now What?
It’s a smart question. The virus is constantly evolving, our level of immunity has increased, and public health guidelines have changed. Confused? We have answers.
New Phase, New Rules
On August 11, 2022, the CDC came out with a new set of guidelines relating to COVID-19. A few of the rules have changed a lot.
Was I Exposed to COVID-19?
An app on my phone told me I might have been “exposed” to the virus. Here’s what that means — and how I think about different levels of exposure risk.
It’s All About BA.5 Now
You’ve certainly heard about the surgence of BA.5. Here’s what we know about the variant driving our summer 2022 surge and how to protect yourself.
Will My Rapid Test Still Work?
If the expiration date of your COVID-19 test has passed, or your test got very hot (or very cold), don’t panic. Here’s how to know whether it’ll still work.
How COVID-19 Vaccines Work
Not sure if you want to put the contents of that little vial in your — or your kid’s — body? Find out what it actually does once it gets in there.
Getting Back Home Safely from Abroad with Rapid Testing
With the CDC's new international travel guidelines, getting home from abroad can put a wrench in your plans. But, it doesn't have to! Find out how to test on your own time (within 1 day of travel) and take back your vacation.
Questions My Friends Ask | Part 1: Types of Tests
Some of the most common questions I’m asked are about the types of COVID-19 tests out there and where to find them.
Who is That Masked Man?
Wearing a mask helps protect you from COVID-19, even if you’re the only person in the crowd who’s wearing one.
Do the Two-Step
Ever wonder why most rapid tests for COVID-19 are sold in packs of two? There’s a critical reason for it — and if you don’t know what it is, you might end up making a big mistake.
New COVID-19 Resources for the Post-Omicron Spring
The Omicron surge is finally ebbing. As we regroup, let’s use some newly available resources to keep an eye on where we are.
Free COVID-19 Tests Are Coming! Know When to Use Them
With the release of free-by-mail & insurance-covered over-the-counter COVID-19 tests, the question is: When is the best time to use your COVID-19 kits?
COVID-19 Resolutions for the New Year
From masks to boosters to self testing, we're adding them all to our list of 2022 resolutions!
Get Ready for the Omicron Winter
Put on your mask, get boosted, and buckle up. It’s going to be a bumpy ride, but we’ve got the tools to get through it.
Don’t Bring COVID-19 Home for the Holidays!
Traveling for the holidays? Make sure you don't bring COVID-19 to the party! Read our blog to see how others are using the WTT COVID Risk Quiz to help with their travel plans...and keep COVID-19 away.
Should I Get Tested for COVID-19 Today?
Introducing a new addition to WhenToTest: COVID Risk Quiz! Read more to see how the Quiz works and why it can be a useful tool for you, your friends and your family!
At-Home Testing: Bringing the COVID-19 Test to You
Don't stress, get an at-home test! Learn how the COVID-19 testing game has changed with the convenience of over-the-counter testing.
You Can’t Find What You Don’t Look For: Delta Makes Testing Even More Critical
In our can't miss blog about the COVID-19 Delta Variant, we discuss the variant's contagiousness and how testing and vaccines are impacted.