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Catherine Caruso

Can Skin Care Products Protect You From Blue Light Damage?

YouTube star and gaming streamer Rachell "Valkyrae" Hofstetter is facing backlash for her supposed blue-light-blocking skincare line.

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Erin Marie

Why Colin Powell Was At A Greater Risk For Contracting COVID-19

Medical experts believe that Powell's immune response to the vaccine had been compromised due to a diagnosis of multiple myeloma.

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Erin Marie

CNN's John King's Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis Explained

In light of Colin Powell's death, CNN chief national correspondent John King opened up regarding the details of his multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

Jenna Demmer

How Some Strains Of Influenza May Have Gone Extinct During The COVID-19 Pandemic

During the 2020-2021 flu season, some strains of influenza have virtually disappeared. Some experts believe they may even be extinct.

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Erin Marie

Why Are Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Recipients Being Urged To Get A Booster Shot Immediately?

A recent study determined that the effectiveness of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine had dropped in five months from a nearly 90% protection rate to only 3%.

Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez

The Hidden Cost Of Coronavirus-Related School Closing

New research found that primary school students experienced mental health issues after schools shut down due to the pandemic.

Zrinka Peters

Colin Powell's Cause Of Death Explained

Tributes from around the world continue to pour in as leaders react to the passing of Colin Powell. He was 84 years old at the time of his death.

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Erin Marie

How Often Do Vaccine Mix-Ups Occur?

While extremely rare, two kinds of vaccine mix-ups have occurred as a result of human error within the health care community amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Catherine Caruso

Does Dr. Fauci Believe We Can Prevent Another COVID-19 Surge?

With COVID-19 cases on the decline, many Americans are wondering if the U.S. will be able to prevent another surge in infections and hospitalizations.

Catherine Caruso

Bill Clinton's Hospitalization Explained

Former President Bill Clinton has been hospitalized for a non-COVID-related infection. His doctors have since released a statement on his condition.

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Erin Marie

Why Are Doctors Seeing More Advanced Cancer Cases?

When it comes to prevention, detection is our most important line of defense against the development of cancer. Why are advanced cancer rates rising?

Pregnant women laying in bed wearing a face mask to protect from COVID-19

Erin Marie

How Does COVID-19 Impact Pregnancy?

Symptomatic pregnant COVID-19 patients are at an increased risk for birth complications over those who present as asymptomatic. This is true on a global level.

Robin Rothstein

Could The COVID-19 Delta Variant Increase Due To Cold Weather?

Some health experts are concerned about a rise in COVID-19 cases as people travel during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. How prevalent is the Delta variant?

Anne Taylor

Is It Normal For Your Lymph Nodes To Swell After Getting A Vaccine?

Many people have been experiencing swollen lymph nodes in the underarm area after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Here's what you should know.

Jenna Demmer

Is Another COVID-19 Surge Possible Despite An Increase In Booster Shots?

A projection shared with NPR by researchers who advise the CDC suggests that there will be no winter surge and that COVID-19 cases will continue to decline.

Nicole LaMarco

Rachel Maddow's Cancer Diagnosis Explained

Rachel Maddow, a political commentator and host of her eponymous show on MSNBC, took to Twitter on October 6, revealing her cancer diagnosis.

Kimberly Smith

Kelis' Husband Mike Mora's Cancer Diagnosis Explained

In September, Kelis' husband, Mike Mora, 37, revealed in a series of Instagram posts that for the past year, he'd been living with cancer.

Kimberly Smith

Chopped Junior Winner Fuller Goldsmith's Cause Of Death Explained

"Chopped Junior" winner Fuller Goldsmith, 17, died Tuesday after a yearslong battle with this disease.

Jenna Demmer

What The Declining Number Of COVID-19 Cases Really Means

You've probably heard that COVID-19 cases in the United States are declining. Here's why -- plus how long it's expected to last.

Anne Taylor

What We Know About The First Malaria Vaccine Approved By The WHO

On Wednesday, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced its endorsement for the first-ever malaria vaccine. Here's what we know.

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Lauren DeMello

How Effective Is The Pfizer Vaccine Against Severe COVID-19?

While no vaccine is 100% effective at preventing COVID-19, here is how effective the Pfizer vaccine is at preventing severe infection.

Robin Rothstein

Everything We Know About Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 Booster Shot

Johnson & Johnson has filed for an emergency authorization of its booster shot. Here is everything we know about its potential use.

Maria Faller

Smash Mouth's Steve Harwell's Heart Issues Explained

Lead singer for the multi-platinum recording band Smash Mouth, Steve Harwell, has been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy. What does this heart issue entail?