COVID

While living with long COVID can be incredibly challenging, new research is highlighting the best ways to protect yourself from it. Here's what to know.

A new study explored long COVID in children, finding that while rates of long COVID are low, the risk of serious outcomes may be higher among those who have it.

Are you still confused about how long you need to isolate if you get COVID? Here's what some of the latest research suggests.

Many parents are still choosing not to vaccinate their very young children. Here are some of the biggest reasons why, according to recent polling.

President Biden tested positive again for COVID-19, becoming the latest person to experience COVID rebound. Here's what we know about COVID rebound so far.

With COVID-19 variants continuing to spread, it sometimes feels impossible to avoid the virus. However, if you're pregnant, there are a few things to consider.

COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in the U.S. now that BA.5 subvariant of Omicron is the dominating. Will booster shots help prevent reinfection?

A new vaccine called Novavax is the fourth COVID vaccine to hit the market. Here's how it's different from the others.

As the current dominant strain of COVID, BA.5 may have you wondering how you can best protect yourself. Here's what the experts say.

Some women have experienced changes to their menstrual cycle after getting the COVID vaccine. But how common is it?

The Biden administration announced on Friday that they have extended the COVID-19 public health emergency status through October 13. Here is what to know.

Coronaviruses have been found lurking in a new place, and they could be chilling in your own home.

Here's the latest on the pandemic's effects on antibiotic resistance.

Health experts weigh in on whether or not you should time your next booster shot and wait until the fall when surges and a new vaccine are expected.

At-home COVID-19 tests are a convenient way to check if you are infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. However, false negatives may be a drawback.

Psychologists are calling the fear to return to normal activities post-pandemic by the term "cave syndrome." Here's how to overcome this common difficulty.

Health experts have been trying to determine the effects of COVID-19 on the nervous system and brain. Now new research reveals a connection to these conditions.

COVID-19 was responsible for 415,000 deaths in the US in 2021. However, it turns out that this number could have been even larger if not for vaccines.

Wearable tech is used for many things nowadays. But are researchers getting close to a wearable device for COVID detection? Here's where the science stands.

A new study reveals comparisons between the rate at which children have developed COVID versus the flu. Here's how it can impact young ones.

Paxlovid is now available to treat COVID infections, but what should you know about it? Dr. Michael Blaivas spoke to Health Digest with the important details.

International travelers to the U.S. may soon see an uptick as travelers no longer have to provide a COVID test 24-hour prior to takeoff.

While many are feeling back to a more normal way of living, the CDC wants to remind us to keep our masks handy. Here's when you might want to mask up.

Millions of people around the world are dealing with Long COVID and there's still so many unanswered questions but Dr. Joseph Trunzo provides some hope.

A new vaccine is readying to hit the market. Novavax is a different type of vaccine that health officials hope will resonate better with Americans.

Research has shown that most people who have recovered from COVID-19 have significant protection against future disease, but just how long does it last?

Experts consult new data and offer guidance on the optimal dosage of COVID vaccines for the highest protection.