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Ciara Turner-Ewert

Vaccine Requirements For Major Cruise Lines In The US To Be Dropped

As fall travel season begins, several major cruise lines will be dropping their COVID-19 vaccine requirements. Find out which lines are changing their policies.

Ruth Clark

What The CDC's New COVID Guidelines Mean For Schools

Schools are opening for the new school year all around the country, and at the same time, the CDC has released new guidance on COVID-19 protocols.

healthyNick

What You Need To Know About The Updated CDC COVID-19 Guidelines

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its COVID-19 recommendations. Here is everything you need to know about the new COVID-19 guidelines.

Ruth Clark

New Study Confirms COVID-19 Vaccines Are Safe For Pregnant People

Preventing COVID-19 is important for everyone, but it's especially important for those who are pregnant, recently pregnant, or trying to get pregnant.

Kimberly Smith

Do Children's Noses Protect Them Against COVID-19?

Overall, children have lower infection rates for COVID-19, and they also seem to experience milder symptoms. However, experts don't understand why.

Eileen Conroy

What's The Best Protection Against Long COVID?

While living with long COVID can be incredibly challenging, new research is highlighting the best ways to protect yourself from it. Here's what to know.

Ruth Clark

Study Finds Long COVID In Children May Cause A Significantly Higher Risk For Adverse Outcomes

A new study explored long COVID in children, finding that while rates of long COVID are low, the risk of serious outcomes may be higher among those who have it.

Kimberly Smith

How Long Are You Really Contagious When You Have COVID-19?

Are you still confused about how long you need to isolate if you get COVID? Here's what some of the latest research suggests.

Beth Bradford

Why Have Some People Been Able To Avoid Getting COVID-19?

Despite being directly exposed to COVID-19, some people still haven't tested positive. It turns out, the "Novids" might have something others don't.

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Anne Taylor

Which State In The US Had The Most COVID-19 Deaths In 2021?

The COVID-19 pandemic has been (and continues to be) one of the most devastating health-related events in modern history.

Ruth Clark

As Children Return To School, Experts Offer Tips For Staying Healthy

With COVID-19 case numbers climbing in most parts of the country, going back to school this year might feel even more daunting for families.

Beth Bradford

Everything You Need To Know About COVID Rebound Cases

President Biden tested positive again for COVID-19, becoming the latest person to experience COVID rebound. Here's what we know about COVID rebound so far.

Catherine Caruso

Will Getting A COVID Booster Shot Help Prevent Reinfections?

COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in the U.S. now that BA.5 subvariant of Omicron is the dominating. Will booster shots help prevent reinfection?

Anne Taylor

Is Omicron BA.2.75 The Next Subvariant To Watch For?

At least 20 cases have already been reported in the United States.

Catherine Caruso

What The White House Wants You To Make Of President Biden's COVID Diagnosis

President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, and the White House is trying to keep it business as usual, turning his diagnosis into a "teachable moment."

Kimberly Smith

The Fourth COVID Vaccine Is About To Hit The Market. Here's What You Should Know About Novavax

A new vaccine called Novavax is the fourth COVID vaccine to hit the market. Here's how it's different from the others.

Ciara Lucas

What's The Best Protection Against The BA.5 Subvariant?

As the current dominant strain of COVID, BA.5 may have you wondering how you can best protect yourself. Here's what the experts say.

Kimberly Smith

Why You Should Think Twice Before Trying The 'Blood Washing' Treatment For Long COVID

Experts do not know what causes long COVID in certain people, but 2021 research suggests that it may be the result of blood clotting problems.

Erin Marie

New Study Sheds Light On Heart Health Post-COVID Vaccine

New research published in the British Medical Journal lends further evidence to support the rarity of myocarditis and pericarditis following vaccination.

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Ciara Lucas

What You Need To Know About Your Menstrual Cycle Post-COVID Vaccine

Some women have experienced changes to their menstrual cycle after getting the COVID vaccine. But how common is it?

Amanda Vining

Will Self-Boosting Vaccines Soon Be An Option?

Researchers are now developing the technology for self-boosting vaccines. Learn more about this potentially revolutionary advancement in medicine.

Doctor treating hospitalized COVID patient

Erin Marie

Why The Biden Administration Extended The COVID Public Health Emergency Status

The Biden administration announced on Friday that they have extended the COVID-19 public health emergency status through October 13. Here is what to know.