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Idaho Docs caution against unmasking too quickly: "the coasts are about four weeks ahead of us"

As the omicron surge continues to decline in many parts of the United States, and mask requirements are being dialed back or dropped all together, Idaho doctors warn it's probably too soon to do that here.

Troy Oppie is a reporter and local host of 'All Things Considered' for Boise State Public Radio News.

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