Infectious Diseases

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How to Get the Covid-19 Vaccine at CVS

The distribution of Covid-19 vaccines is ramping up. Look for shots at local retailers, including CVS pharmacies. Here's how...


My Family Shared a Covid-19 Conspiracy Theory Video. Now What?

Some people still believe the coronavirus is a hoax. Here's expert advice on how to judge information and how to...


How to Get the Covid-19 Vaccine at Costco

Costco is one of many retailers that will be offering Covid-19 vaccines. Here's how the vaccination process works and...


The New Covid-19 Vaccine Is Here: This Is What Doctors Need You to Know

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


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Yes, Your Face Mask Can Irritate Your Eyes: 6 Solutions from Eye Specialists

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


Here’s When the New Covid-19 Vaccine Will Most Likely Reach You

The first Covid-19 vaccine is closer to launch, but how long it will take until you get it may...


What Is a Normal Oxygen Level and How Can I Check Mine?

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


A Covid-19 Winter Is Coming: Use These Expert Tips to Prep

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

Why Some People Are More Likely to Spread Covid-19 Than Others

When it comes to coronavirus "super spreader" events, a relatively small proportion of virus carriers are thought to be responsible...


Think Coronavirus Is a Hoax? 6 Things that Make It Clear It’s Not

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


10 of the Worst Covid-19 Super Spreader Events So Far

Super spreader events can transmit Covid-19 to dozens or even hundreds of people. Here are some of the...


How to Read People’s Faces When They Are Wearing a Mask

It's hard to read someone's facial expressions and body language when all you can see is their eyes, but learning...


Surprising Ways America’s Health Has Changed During Covid-19

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


Do Face Shields Really Help Stop Coronavirus?

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


Coronavirus and Super Spreaders: What the CDC Wants You to Know

Super-spreader events—and super spreaders—can transmit a virus to many people all at once. The recent event in the Rose Garden...


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7 Best Cold Weather Face Masks for Coronavirus

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


This Is How Damaging Covid-19 Can Be For Your Heart

You don't have to be critically ill to suffer heart damage from Covid-19. The virus can cause heart trouble...

This Man Was Superfit When He Got Covid-19—and Then He Lost His Leg

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


What It’s Like to Lose Your Sense of Taste and Smell from Covid-19

More than 200 days after she was first diagnosed, a Covid-19 "long-hauler" shares her experience of virus-induced smell and taste...


Can Mosquitoes Transmit Coronavirus?

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


Can You Leave Hand Sanitizer in a Hot Car?

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


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The Worst Face Masks for Covid-19 Protection, According to Research

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


Does Hand Sanitizer Kill Viruses?

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

How to Tell if Your Symptoms Are Covid-19 or the Flu

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


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9 Best Eco-Friendly Products that Kill Coronavirus

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


Life as a Covid-19 Contact Tracer

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


How 10 Covid-19 Experts Are Handling Back to School for Their Kids

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


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9 Best Face Masks With Filters on Amazon

Need help choosing a face mask? Here's a guide to face masks with filters, which can help prevent the...


4 Worst Symptoms that Linger After Covid-19

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