Why New COVID Variant XBB.1.16 Seems to Be Causing Pink Eye

Beyond that, other signs “include the standard common cold-like symptoms” that have…

Is Tinnitus a Possible Side Effect of the COVID Vaccine?

As everyone who got the COVID-19 vaccine knows, health authorities wanted to be very…

What to Know About Interferon Lambda for Potential COVID-19 Treatment

When the COVID-19 pandemic was first recognized in 2020, scientists rushed to…

3 Things to Do When You Get Sick With COVID…Again

Unless you are one of the lucky few who has dodged COVID…

Who Has Access to Paxlovid and Why Is It So Limited?

Paxlovid, a treatment given to certain people who test positive for COVID-19, isn’t…

Long COVID Is Keeping So Many Young People Out of Work

All that is to say: Many COVID symptoms can impact a person’s…

3 Potential Consequences of Ending the COVID Public Health Emergency Status

On May 11, the public health emergency (PHE) status for the COVID-19 pandemic…

How to Have a ‘Sick Day’ When You Can’t Actually Call Off Work

Dr. Van Groningen says that you can also alternate taking acetaminophen and…

The COVID Vaccine Strategy in the US Could Look Very Different Next Year

Getting one annual shot could potentially be more palatable to pandemic-weary people, Dr.…

XBB.1.5: What to Know About the New Omicron Subvariant

Since late November, a new subvariant of omicron called XBB.1.5 has been…

Don’t Let the Lack of Mask Mandates Lure You Into Complacency

You’ve probably noticed that face masks aren’t super popular right now. I’ve…

The Earliest Flu Symptoms Can Be Some of the Easiest to Miss

Think back to the last time you had the flu, or just…

You Can Order Free COVID Tests By Mail Again, Starting Today

The federal government is encouraging Americans to place orders for free COVID…

CDC-Approved Transparent N95 Face Masks Are Finally Here

Masks are effective tools for reducing the spread of viral illnesses—especially during…

If You’re Worried About Virus Transmission During the Holidays, You’re Not Alone

I’m as happy as the next person that the COVID-19 pandemic is in…

Study: COVID Reinfection Boosts Risk of Long COVID, Health Complications

The potential risks of COVID reinfection are very real, regardless of your…

How an ‘Immunity Gap’ May Be Fueling a Spike in Respiratory Illnesses

This winter is shaping up to be a wild one: respiratory syncytial…

How to Use Ventilation and Air Purifiers to Reduce Your COVID-19 Risk

We know at this point in the pandemic that COVID-19 is less…

Now’s the Time to Get Older Family Members Vaccinated If You’re Seeing Them for Thanksgiving

As the holiday season ramps up, it can be tempting to skip…

Another COVID Wave Is Expected This Winter—And We’re Not Prepared for It

As cold and flu season settles in, COVID cases will likely rise…