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COVID Boosters Set To Be Updated To Target New Strains

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 11:30:56 +0000

On Thursday, June 15, the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee will meet to review vaccine updates for the coming 2023 fall season.

Are COVID Isolation Guidelines About To Change? What Experts Say

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 23:30:56 +0000

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolved over the years, isolation guidelines evolved right along with it. Here's what you need to know about the updated guidelines.

COVID-19's Emergency Status Has Ended. Here's What That Means For You

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Thu, 11 May 2023 22:53:47 +0000

The federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) status for COVID-19 has come to an end. Here's what that means and what you need to know going forward.

FDA Recalls Half A Million At-Home COVID Tests Due To Contamination

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Tue, 09 May 2023 16:30:20 +0000

The FDA has issued a recall of COVID test kits that were found to have bacterial contamination. Read on to learn more.

CDC Set To Cease Tracking Community COVID Levels

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Mon, 01 May 2023 18:36:38 +0000

As the COVID National Emergency is about to expire, the CDC has announced it will stop tracking community COVID levels. Read on to learn more.

Clinical Trial Shows Promise For First Drug To Combat Long COVID Symptoms

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 17:20:38 +0000

For those suffering from long COVID, a new clinical trial has shown promising results in treating the associated fatigue. Read on to learn more.

World Health Organization Warns Of New COVID Symptom In Children To Watch Out For

staff@healthdigest.com (Brynna Standen) — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 20:03:21 +0000

A new COVID subvariant seems to be provoking a specific symptom in children. Here's what you should know.

FDA Set To Greenlight Second COVID Bivalent Boosters For Seniors

staff@healthdigest.com (Brynna Standen) — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 19:29:06 +0000

The FDA is reportedly considering making a second booster shot available to those 65 and older. Here's what you should know.

Why The Latest COVID Variant Has The World Health Organization Concerned

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 16:12:56 +0000

Many people now consider the pandemic a thing of the past. However, officials continue to monitor COVID-19's development, which has led to some concerns.

Reports Show Long COVID Risk Lowered By Vaccination, Paxlovid Treatment

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 18:48:28 +0000

Recent research into long COVID has revealed the protective qualities of both vaccination and early Paxlovid treatment. Read on to learn more.

Health Officials Reportedly Weigh Advising At-Risk Americans To Get Another Bivalent COVID Booster

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:10:45 +0000

While the government has alluded to potential COVID-19 booster shots being offered, some are wondering whether more bivalent shots may be available sooner.

WHO Director Predicts COVID Will Lose Its Pandemic Status Before Year Ends

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 15:32:40 +0000

In a briefing, the Director-General of the WHO stated that within the year, COVID will no longer be pandemic. Read on to learn more.

Study Finds Higher Risk Of Gastrointestinal Problems In Those Who've Had COVID

staff@healthdigest.com (Brynna Standen) — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 21:24:42 +0000

The list of post-acute COVID-19 symptoms continues to grow as a new study has discovered a link between long COVID and gastrointestinal problems.

Survey Finds Many Parents Have Lied About Their Child's COVID-19 Status

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:02:18 +0000

COVID testing and quarantine stressed out parents, even when schools reopened. Now, experts have come to find many lied about their child's COVID-19 status.

CDC Numbers Show US Avoided A Winter COVID Surge

staff@healthdigest.com (healthyNick) — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 16:55:34 +0000

Winter has historically been a time when the U.S. sees a rise in COVID infections, possibly due to holiday travel, indoor gatherings, and variants.

FDA Authorizes First US At-Home Combo Flu And COVID Test

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:03:23 +0000

Differentiating between flu and COVID can be tricky. However, doing so just became a little easier thanks to a new at-home test. Here's what to know.

Largest Study To Date Suggests Vaccine Lowers Post-COVID Heart Attack And Stroke Risk

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Demmer) — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 20:23:59 +0000

Since COVID is linked to heart attack and stroke, you may wonder if receiving the vaccine reduces risk. A new study provides some insight into this question.

New Research Shows That Even Mild COVID Can Cause Changes In Your Brain

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 17:13:10 +0000

Research is showing that even mild COVID cases may have long-term effects on your brain health -- particularly when it comes to memory and emotional processing.

Reinfection Protection After COVID-19 Is Longer Than You Might Think, According To A New Study

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 19:57:52 +0000

A new study says you might be protected from reinfection with COVID-19 for longer than you think. Here's how this may affect when you get your COVID boosters.

COVID Relief Funds May Help Pay Your Medical Debt. Here's How

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Demmer) — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:47:14 +0000

The pandemic has had an impact on our finances. But, officials are acknowledging the gravity of medical debt and are hoping to help with COVID relief funds.