The First OTC COVID-19 Test: What You Need To Know
Yesterday, the Ellume COVID-19 Home Test received emergency use authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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This "Great British Bake Off" Host Was One Of The First To Get A COVID Vaccine
While COVID-19 shots officially kicked off in the U.S. yesterday, last week the U.K. became the first nation to begin administering the vaccine.
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The Real Reason Sugary Drinks Can Make You Gain Weight
The majority of Americans enjoy at least one sugary drink a day, but you might be shocked when you learn just how much they are affecting your waistline. This is the real reason sugary drinks can make you gain weight.
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Experts Are Hopeful About The Slow Start To The 2020 Flu Season
In the last few months, there were many worries of the coronavirus and the flu becoming a looming double threat, or "twindemic," in the winter months. Now, experts are hopeful about the slow start to the 2020 flu season with the release of early numbers.
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If You Had COVID-19, You Might Need A Heart Exam Before Exercising Again
Whether you regularly train for a community 5K or just try to maintain an active lifestyle, you might need a heart screening before resuming exercise if you've had COVID-19, sports health professionals say.
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How Childhood Obesity Could Be Linked With Lack Of Grocery Store Options
Convenience stores might offer a quick and cheap way for parents and kids to shop for food, but the limited healthy options in these stores contribute to childhood obesity, according to a new study.
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Study Finds Men With COVID-19 Have A Higher Chance For ICU Admission Than Women
The coronavirus pandemic has hit men worldwide harder than women, with men three times as likely to require an intensive treatment unit and also higher odds of death, according to a new global analysis published this month.
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How Much Of The Population Will Need To Be Vaccinated For The Pandemic To End?
As vaccines for COVID-19 begin to roll out around the globe, with some countries including England already beginning the process while others like the U.S. quickly mobilize to approve the vaccines and begin distribution, the question everyone is asking is: When will this pandemic finally end?
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Swapping Out This Ingredient Can Lower Your Heart Disease Risk
Keep the veggie chili and hold the hot dog: Substituting red beans for processed red meats such as hot dogs, sausages, bacon, and salami can reduce your risk of coronary heart disease, according to a new study.
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What Those With Allergies Should Know About COVID-19 Vaccinations
The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for COVID-19 awaiting approval for use in the United States could cause an allergic reaction in people allergic to certain foods, medicines, or other vaccines, health officials say.
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What You Need To Know About Rebel Wilson's Sugar 'Detox'
When Rebel Wilson went on her Instagram Live last week to talk about her dramatic weight loss, one part of the journey that made headlines was her decision to detox her digestive system in order to get rid of candida yeast. Does a candida overgrowth really cause sugar cravings?
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The Surprising Effect Dr. Fauci Has Had On College Applications
While most universities and colleges saw a decline in their enrollment this fall, medical school applications have increased on average by nearly 18 percent this year. Some admissions committees are calling the increase in applications the 'Fauci Effect.'
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How To Spot A Fake COVID-19 Vaccine
With the promise of COVID-19 vaccines to start circulating throughout the United States within the next few weeks, national and international agencies are advising citizens to beware of fake vaccines.
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The Reason Your Normal Body Temperature Might Not Be 98.6
We all know a normal body temperature is supposed to be 98.6 degrees, but your body might be different. If you're trying to determine if you have a fever, this is why your body temperature might be completely normal even if the thermometer isn't reading 98.6 exactly.
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The First Thing You Should Do If You Test Positive For COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has become a part of our reality for the past nine months, and at times many, of us almost feel complacent about it. What should you do if you are diagnosed with COVID-19?
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What You Need To Know About CDC's Shortened Quarantine Guidelines
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday presented two shorter "acceptable alternative quarantine periods" for people who may have been exposed to the coronavirus, hoping to reduce stress and economic hardship for those unable to quarantine for 14 days.
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Exercising With A Mask Doesn't Affect Performance, Studies Say
Two new studies found that wearing a cloth or paper surgical mask does not "negatively affect vigorous workouts," at least for healthy, active adults, surprising participants who expected they would.
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How Your Gut Bacteria Could Restore Your Immune System
New research about the microorganisms that live in our gut could lead to new treatments for conditions related to the immune system.
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Rebel Wilson Reveals The Free Exercise That Helped Her Lose Weight
Actress Rebel Wilson recently shared that the best weight loss tip that she has is one that almost anyone can do: Get outside and walk more.
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What You Need To Know About The New WHO Exercise Guidelines
These updated guidelines from WHO provide evidence-based public health recommendations for people of all ages on just how much physical activity, including frequency, duration, and intensity, is necessary to yield significant health benefits and decrease major health risks.
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How Eating Dried Fruit Can Lead To Better Overall Health
If you love raisins in your cereal, dried cranberries in your salad, and slices of dried bananas and goji berries tossed on top of a yogurt parfait, you're in luck: New research from Penn State has found that people who snack on dried fruit regularly are healthier than those who don't.
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Why The CDC Says You Should Avoid Cruises For Now
Confining hundreds, sometimes thousands of passengers to one ship and sharing facilities is an ideal way to spread numerous infectious diseases, so when it became clear to the world that COVID-19 infections were not isolated in Wuhan, China, it was a significant area of concern.
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COVID-19 May Have Been In The U.S. Earlier Than You Thought, CDC Reports
The CDC has discovered that COVID-19 began infecting people earlier than previously reported — in the middle of December 2019.
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Chrissy Teigen's Take On Baby Formula Has People Talking
Model and cookbook author Chrissy Teigen recently opened up about her past struggles with breastfeeding, urging society to normalize baby formula. In a series of tweets, Chrissy Teigen revealed that she felt guilt and shame in the past for having to use formula instead.
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Here's How Concerts Might Look Different With COVID-19 Safety Measures
Live concerts might look different when proper COVID-19 safety measures are put in place. Attending a live concert without spreading COVID-19 could involve wearing a mask throughout the event, increasing space around attendees, and improving the ventilation, according to one experiment.
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The CDC Could Shorten The Self-Quarantine Timeline: What You Need To Know
The CDC has announced that they are considering shortening COVID-19 self-quarantines from 14 days to seven to 10 days. Here's what you need to know.
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If You Traveled For Thanksgiving, Here's Why You Should Get Tested For COVID-19
Thanksgiving often means reconnecting with family, but if you met up with friends or others outside your household over the holiday, you might have been exposed to COVID-19, health officials say.
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