Why Colin Powell’s cancer likely reduced his protection from the Covid-19 vaccine
By Jen Christensen, CNN Gen. Colin Powell died Monday from complications of Covid-19, and experts say his death shows how important it is for more…
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Children under 10 are using social media. Parents can help them stay safe online
By Kristen Rogers, CNN It’s not just your teens who are on social media anymore. Younger kids are getting on those apps, and some parents…
Continue ReadingPhysicians suffering from infertility face challenges on the frontlines of the Covid-19 pandemic
CNN By John Bonifield, CNN Dr. Christina Yannetsos’ patient was about her age, 38, and extremely sick with Covid-19. “I remember having a…
Continue ReadingPhysicians suffering from infertility face challenges on the frontlines of the Covid-19 pandemic
By John Bonifield, CNN Dr. Christina Yannetsos’ patient was about her age, 38, and extremely sick with Covid-19. “I remember having a…
Continue ReadingHow to best burn calories while walking
By Dana Santas, CNN It’s no secret that walking is good for you. Many of us are trying to get in those recommended 10,000 steps a day that our…
Continue ReadingAs Covid cases drop in Georgia and Florida, some states with colder weather see an increase
By Madeline Holcombe and Amir Vera, CNN Southern states, many of which have been hotspots, are now starting to see a decrease in Covid-19 cases while…
Continue ReadingCovid-19 numbers are getting better. But where they go from here will depend on vaccinations, Fauci says
CNN, WCBS, WLS, WABC, KTUL, WFOR, KGO By Aya Elamroussi, CNN The rates of Covid-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths are improving; an optimistic…
Continue ReadingCovid-19 numbers are getting better. But where they go from here will depend on vaccinations, Fauci says
By Aya Elamroussi, CNN The rates of Covid-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths are improving; an optimistic sign for the future of the pandemic. But…
Continue ReadingMasks and vaccines are a must this holiday season, CDC says
CNN By Jen Christensen, CNN Get your holiday themed masks and porch heaters ready. Masks and outdoor gatherings will still be the best way to make…
Continue ReadingVaccine mix-ups are rare and there are systems in place to keep it that way
By Jen Christensen, CNN An Indiana couple says they took their family to get their annual flu shot at the local Walgreens last month, but all of…
Continue ReadingWhat might be changing on aspirin guidance: An expert weighs in
By Katia Hetter, CNN Wait, are we taking a break from aspirin? While so much of our conversations around health is rightly focused on Covid-19, there…
Continue ReadingJ&J vaccine recipients should get their second dose as soon as it’s available, experts say
By Aya Elamroussi, CNN As the greenlight looms for another dose of Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine, experts on Friday urged those who…
Continue ReadingA dad who traveled 1,200 miles for Covid-19 care is finally going home. Here’s what he wants you to know
By Holly Yan, CNN These days, brushing his teeth while standing up is a major accomplishment. But Robby Walker is alive — a feat some doctors…
Continue ReadingMore Covid-19 boosters are on the horizon. But not everyone will need one, experts say
By Travis Caldwell, CNN Advisers from the US Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously to recommend emergency authorization of a booster dose of…
Continue ReadingUrinary tract infection in men? It happens. Here are 10 things to know
CNN, KABC By Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt “Wait … can men really get urinary infections? Is this fake news?” This was one of the messages I…
Continue ReadingUrinary tract infection in men? It happens. Here are 10 things to know
By Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt “Wait … can men really get urinary infections? Is this fake news?” This was one of the messages I received…
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Medicare open enrollment period begins; state program offers help, guidance
Open enrollment began Friday for Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug…
Continue Reading4 key moments from Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast
By Dakin Andone, CNN When CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta sat down for a three-hour conversation on “The Joe Rogan…
Continue ReadingMasks and vaccines are a must this holiday season, CDC says
By Jen Christensen, CNN Get your holiday themed masks and porch heaters ready. Masks and outdoor gatherings will still be the best way to make…
Continue ReadingState lotteries did not motivate people to get the Covid-19 vaccine, study finds
By Jen Christensen, CNN Nearly 66 million people in the United States who are eligible still have not gotten vaccinated against Covid-19, no matter…
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