Infectious Diseases

The Delta variant is now the dominant strain causing Covid-19 illness in the U.S. How does it differ from previous...

Before you spend on antimicrobial clothes, check out what germ experts have to say about these fabrics.

If enough people are immune to Covid-19, cases and deaths will plummet. This is known as herd immunity. Here's...

After Covid-19 left her with a loss of smell, or anosmia, Molly Moore is using smell training, including...

Can copper-containing face masks offer more protection against the virus that causes Covid-19? Here's what the science says.

Multiple Covid-19 variants are circulating. Here's what to know about these coronavirus mutations and whether the new vaccines will...

Is the vaccine safe? How long does the protection last? When will you be able to get it? Here are...

Masks are an essential ingredient in the fight against Covid-19's spread, but our eyes are paying a price.

A pulse oximeter may be a helpful tool to monitor oxygen levels at home if you suspect you have

From stocking your pantry to creating a cozy nest, here are expert tips on preparing for a coronavirus winter.

Check the facts and the hard data, coronavirus is not a hoax. Here are six reasons why, according to...

The Covid-19 pandemic is changing the health of Americans in surprising ways, from a possible milder flu season...

Face shields can provide Covid-19 protection, but only if you wear them with a face mask. Here's...

Stay warm, cozy, and stylish in winter with these doctor-recommended face masks for cold weather, from neck gaiters to reusable...

After a severe Covid-19 diagnosis, a personal trainer is left in a wheelchair after having his right leg and ...

Mosquitoes can transmit many diseases but current evidence suggests that Covid-19 isn't one of them. Still, it's important to take...

Some reports suggest hand sanitizers might explode in a hot car. Here's what experts have to say.

Wearing a face mask can help stop the spread of Covid-19, but some masks are better than others. These are...

If handwashing is not an option, hand sanitizers can help protect you from Covid-19. Here's how to choose the right...

Influenza or Covid-19? Both illnesses have very similar symptoms—but there are ways to tell them apart.

These are the EPA and doctor-recommended, safe, eco-friendly products that can effectively clean your house and wipe out traces...

What is contract tracing? Kimberly Jocelyn spends her days sharing information with people who have tested positive for the coronavirus...

Concerned about school this fall? Here's how parents—who happen to be Covid-19 experts—are handling the challenges coronavirus poses to their...

Coronavirus symptoms, from fatigue to brain fog, can linger even after the virus is gone. Here's what...

Covid-19-related stress and anxiety may raise broken heart syndrome risk, which can mimic the symptoms of a heart...

There are about 200 different Covid-19 vaccines under development, with some showing promise. These four are nearing the finish...

Here are some of the best (and safest) hand sanitizers to use if you have dry skin and...

Doctors specializing in virus transmission recommend thinking twice before visiting areas where Covid-19 is known to spread

They're all around us, they're not really alive or dead—more zombie-like—and that's just for starters...