Does Obesity Affect COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness?
New research sheds light on how severe obesity can impact the efficacy of two COVID-19 vaccines and the antibody response.
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The FDA Restricted J&J's Covid-19 Vaccine Due To This Serious Risk
The FDA announced May 5th in a public statement that they have restricted access to the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Here is what you need to know.
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Why States Are Decriminalizing Fentanyl Test Strips
Fentanyl-laced drugs is becoming more pervasive and states are looking for ways to help save lives. This is where legalizing fentanyl test strips can come in.
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How Long COVID Can Affect Children
Research reveals that as many as 10% of children diagnosed with COVID-19 are likely to experience long-haul symptoms following infection.
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How Measuring Brain Age Could Help Doctors Tailor Care For Stroke Patients
Aging is a risk factor for several health conditions, and the overall likelihood of having a stroke is greatly impacted by your age.
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Why Teen And Young Adult Cancer Survivors Need Ongoing Preventative Care
Research shows that teen and young adult cancers result in higher rates of recurrence and mortality. Thus health experts want to prioritize prevention.
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The Unexpected Link Between The Gut Microbiome And Stroke Severity
The gastrointestinal system contains trillions of microorganisms that aid in digestion and fight harmful bacteria, but how do they impact stroke recovery?
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Two Experimental Vaccines Could Protect Against The Mono Virus
The Epstein-Barr virus, which has infected 95% of people around the globe and is linked to mononucleosis and multiple sclerosis, may soon be on its way out.
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Study Suggests Healthcare Inequities Exist In Heart Attack Patients Over The Long Term
A recent study suggests certain racial inequities exist amongst non-white Americans who have suffered from a heart attack.
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Study Shows A History Of Cancer Won't Increase Severe COVID-19 Risk
Research now shows that the risk of death or severe COVID-19-related complications is nearly twice as high in those diagnosed with cancer.
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The Health Impacts Of Carrying Student Debt
A new study reveals troubling news for adults with lingering student debt, including an increased risk of certain health conditions.
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This New Treatment Could Help Those With Chronic Yeast Infections
Vivjoa is an oral medication designed to treat recurrent yeast infections. Results of clinical trials revealed an overall success rate of 89.7%.
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Ethan Zohn Finds Parallels Between Playing "Survivor" And Surviving Cancer - Exclusive
Ethan Zohn shares how the game of Survivor has influenced his understanding of the human body's resilience, most of which he parallels to surviving cancer.
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How To Know If You Have Short, Medium, Or Long COVID
Here's what it means when your COVID symptoms last less than two weeks, less than a month, or even longer.
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Will You Wait Longer For Emergency Care Due To Your Race And Gender?
An average of 130 million people in the US find themselves in the emergency room for one reason or another. How do race and gender play a role in treatment?
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The Surprising Way Allergies Can Lead To Mental Health Disorders
Allergies don't just impact one's physical status, it can impact one's mental status as well. And the reason why may surprise you.
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Why Most Parents Aren't Willing To Vaccinate Their Young Children For COVID-19 Just Yet
As pharma companies race to release a vaccine for young children, parents say they're not totally on board just yet. Here's where most American parents stand.
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The Potential Impacts Of Overturning Roe V. Wade, According To Experts
If Roe v. Wade is undone, laws around abortion and reproductive rights would be left to the states individually. A decision could come by this summer.
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Norm Macdonald's Cause Of Death Explained
Norm Macdonald, the Canadian-born actor and comedian, perhaps best known for his stint as SNL's "Weekend Update" anchor, died on September 14, 2021.
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What Should You Do If You Get COVID-19 While Traveling?
If you're considering taking a trip abroad in the near future, it's important to know what to expect in the event that you test positive for COVID-19 overseas.
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The Limitations Of Paxlovid Antiviral Tablets For COVID-19
While Paxlovid has been shown to have incredible results in reducing the severity of COVID-19 symptoms, there are certain limitations to its power.
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Disposable Coffee Cups May Be More Harmful To Your Health Than You Think
It's hard to imagine life without a to-go cup of coffee. But new research shows these convenient ways to travel with our coffee may pose health risks.
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Health Experts Shed Light On Racial Disparity For Prostate Cancer Therapy
Though Black men are most likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer, research shows Black patients receive a life-saving treatment less than white patients.
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Study Reveals The Optimal Amount Of Sleep For People Over 40
Brain imaging technology has shown a link between sleep and structural brain changes, particularly in regions responsible for memory and cognitive processing.
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How Stress During Pregnancy Could Affect Your Child's Toddler Years
Stress can creep into our lives at any point in time, but this is all the more true when you are pregnant. Can it impact your baby?
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Lupus Gene Discovery Could Lead To Improved Treatments
Lupus is an autoimmune condition, commonly found in women, that most often affects the joints, skin, and internal organs like your heart and kidneys.
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Can Climate Change Increase The Spread Of Infectious Disease?
Climate change is forcing animals globally to find new places to call home, so there may be a risk that viruses will jump between species, including humans.
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