CDC
Is your COVID shot effective against the new variant? Here’s what to know
The nickname “Cicada” reflects how the variant seemed to reemerge after a long lull.
US CDC vaccine advisory panel sets March meeting after delay
Democratic-led states seek to block Trump administration from ending public health funding
US to drop childhood vaccine recommendations as it looks to Denmark, Washington Post reports
mRNA could make flu vaccines more effective - here's how
The World Health Organization reported that as many as 5 million people suffer from severe cases of influenza each year.
People with this unusual eye mark are at risk of heart attacks - here's why
Cholesterol accumulation can lead to dangerous and life-threatening health problems. A blood test will determine if you have high cholesterol, yet other signs can raise a red flag.
What is XBB.1.5, the new coronavirus variant spreading in the US?
A mutation in the new variant allows it to spread better than its forebears, but can still avoid antibodies well.
Over 3,500 Americans died due to long COVID since 2020 - report
Nearly one in five adults infected with the novel coronavirus have reported suffering from long COVID.
Pandemic lockdowns linked to decline in US twin births -study suggests
The largest decline in twin births was seen in women over age 40, the group most likely to use infertility treatment.
Long-COVID treatment effective for lingering effects - US-Israeli study
An international group of 3,762 participants from 56 countries identified 203 symptoms in 10 organ systems that persisted at least four weeks after a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19.
Flu season is upon us. Here's what you need to know
Every year, we are urged to get vaccinated against the flu, but this year it is more urgent than ever.
US First Lady Dr. Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
First Lady Jill Biden is staying in South Carolina after testing positive for COVID-19.
Polio case identified in Rockland County, New York
Polio case was identified in Rockland County, New York and later confirmed by CDC. Tests showing it originated outside of the US.
CDC Monkeypox guidelines: Have sex with clothes on, masturbate six feet apart
The new CDC guidelines are meant to inform people on how to manage the risk of contracting Monkeypox at social gatherings or during sexual encounters.
