COVID - Health Digest

Erin Marie

Why The FDA Is Considering An Annual COVID Vaccine Approach

Some health officials want to encourage people to get annual vaccines just like the flu shot. Here's the latest on this strategy.

elderly man getting COVID-19 vaccination

Robin Rothstein

How Your Age Can Affect Your COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects

Seniors may be at high risk from some symptoms from COVID-19 vaccines, but younger adults are more likely to report side effects.

COVID-19 surgical mask reading "omicron variant ba.2"

Erin Marie

Everything We Know So Far About The Omicron BA.2 Variant

The BA.2 Omicron variant continues to concern some public health experts. Here's how it differs from BA.1 and how you can continue protecting yourself.

Vincent Madrone

Why Some Experts Are Cautiously Approaching The Next Phase Of The Pandemic

While many states across the U.S. are happily easing mask mandates and restrictions, some health experts suggest we should approach the next phase slowly.

woman wrinkling brow while sniffing orange

Robin Rothstein

Long COVID Might Not Affect You As Long As You Think

There are people who are still feeling the effects of "long COVID." However, research says it might not last as long as you think. Here's what we know.

Robin Rothstein

Why The Spike In COVID-19 Hospitalizations Is So Concerning

Because of ICU bed and oxygen shortages caused by the spike in COVID-19 hospitalizations, people who need care for non-COVID conditions sometimes don't get it.

an older gentleman recieves a covid vaccine

Brynna Standen

Can The COVID Bivalent Booster Increase The Risk Of Stroke In Older Adults?

Here's what to know about the Pfizer/BioNTech bivalent COVID-19 vaccine being linked to an increased occurrence of ischemic stroke in adults over 65.

Isabel Cohen

Do Mild COVID Symptoms Lead To Long COVID?

A mild case of COVID-19 may not seem too bad once you're better. However, experts looked into how a mild case of the virus could lead to Long COVID.

Erin Demmer

Studies Suggest The Bivalent COVID Booster Is No More Effective Than Original Vaccine

The bivalent booster has been available for months now. But you may wonder about its efficacy. Here's the latest research.

Erin Marie

Why The Free Government Mailed COVID Tests Are Producing Confusion

The government has been sending households free COVID-19 home test kits but recently, there has been confusion regarding the reliability of some of these tests.

Robin Rothstein

How To Read An At-Home COVID Test Correctly

There are proven ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19, such as staying home if you test positive or have symptoms. This is how to read an at-home COVID test.

Diana Bocco

COVID, Flu Or RSV: How To Tell What You're Sick With This Winter

With COVID, flu, and RSV infections surging, it's more crucial than ever to protect yourself. But if you're feeling sick, how do you know which virus you have?

Erin Marie

How Essential Oils Can Be The Key To Restoring COVID-Induced Smell Loss

A loss of smell can have a major impact on a person's life. But there may be ways to retrain your olfactory system to smell again.

Ruth Clark

How COVID-19 Could Reactivate Dormant Viruses

A 2022 study found that COVID-19 can actually cause viruses to reactivate inside the body, including ones with fatigue symptoms. Here's what you need to know.

Erin Marie

What You Need To Know About The Latest Fast-Spreading COVID Variant

Here's the latest information about the newest covid variant to make its waves across the nation: XBB.1.5.

A. Sooter

What's The Difference Between FDA Approval And Emergency Use Authorization?

Two terms we have often heard with COVID drugs and vaccines are FDA approval and Emergency Use Authorization. These are the important differences between them.

woman checking her temperature with a thermometer

Beth Bradford

Why Experts Predict That Upcoming COVID Variants Might Be The Most Vaccine-Resistant Yet

A new study aims to explain how our vaccines stack up against the new COVID variants. Here's what experts have to say.

Erin Demmer

Study Finds Stark Difference In Antibody Levels With COVID Survivors Who Lost Taste Or Smell

Researchers have been studying how symptoms like loss of taste and smell are linked to antibody levels. These are the differences that they have found.

Beth Bradford

How COVID Can Significantly Age The Human Brain

The COVID virus can have a variety of effects on the human body, including on the brain. Discover new research that suggests it can significantly age the brain.

Erin Marie

Why Some Health Officials Are Once Again Advising Americans To Wear Masks

As the holiday season approaches, health officials are advising that Americans mask up. Discover the reason why experts suggest donning the mask again.

Jeremy Brown

How To Tell The Difference Between COVID And Croup

Children who are affected by COVID-19 have recently been developing a barking cough usually associated with croup. Croup is often triggered by a virus.

Robin Rothstein

When You Get Your Flu Shot And COVID Shot At The Same Time, This Is What Happens To Your Body

Health experts are predicting a high number of flu cases even as we're still battling COVID-19. But what happens to your body if you get the two simultaneously?

Erin Marie

Why The Price Of Paxlovid Is Set To Skyrocket Soon

Paxlovid has been used by many Americans during the pandemic. But now health experts warn of a price increase. This is what to expect.

Jeremy Brown

Is Nose Burning A Sign You Have COVID-19?

For those experiencing burning nose symptoms, you may want to wait before assuming that it's due to COVID-19 right away. Instead, consider all the facts.