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Robin Rothstein

You Can Now Get A Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Sooner Than Expected

Earlier than planned, the Biden administration has launched a website that will allow all American households to order free at-home COVID-19 tests.

Erin Marie

Sidney Poitier's Cause Of Death Explained

Sidney Poitier, actor, producer, director, author, and diplomat, is dead at age 94. Prime Minister of the Bahamas, Clint Watson, confirmed his cause of death.

Erin Marie

The Real Reason COVID-19 Tests Can't Tell You Which Variant You Have

While symptoms may not be a clear indicator of which COVID-19 variant a person has, why is it that tests can't provide us with that information instead?

Kimberly Smith

Why A Fourth Vaccine Dose Might Not Be The Solution For The Omicron Surge

While a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine has not yet been recommended for the general population, that could change amidst the Omicron surge.

Robin Rothstein

How Long After Exposure Should You Get Tested For COVID-19?

As Omicron continues to surge, you may wonder when the best time is to test yourself for COVID-19 if you've been exposed to someone who has been infected.

Person placing a COVID-19 test swab into a vial

Erin Marie

Should You Swab Your Throat Instead Of Your Nose For Your COVID-19 Test?

At-home rapid antigen test kits for COVID-19 are high in demand. But should you swab your throat instead of your nose for your COVID-19 test?

Robin Rothstein

Chris Evert's Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis Explained

Retired tennis champion and current broadcaster for ESPN Chris Evert recently revealed that she has ovarian cancer. Here is her diagnosis explained.

Thara Natalie stands outside with her hands in prayer

Robin Zabiegalski

Yoga Teacher And Reiki Healer Thara Natalie On Manifesting Intentions In The New Year - Exclusive

In an interview with Health Digest, Thara Natalie shares how she sets intentions for and during each year, and how she manifests those intentions.

Omicron in red with a hypodermic needle and vial in sillouette

Lauren Cahn

Omicron: What You Need To Know About The COVID-19 Variant

The Omicron variant is quickly bringing COVID-19 to a much wider audience. Here is what you need to know about the highly contagious variant.

Nicole LaMarco

Is It Normal To Feel Tired After Getting The COVID-19 Booster Shot?

We know COVID-19 booster side effects vary from person to person, but you may be wondering if fatigue is a common side effect, and what you can do about it.

Ally Arcuri

The Differences Between Every COVID-19 Variant Explained

Don't worry if you're not familiar with every COVID-19 variant. The mutations can seem daunting. Here's what you need to know about the widespread variants.

Adalia Rose attends an event with her family

Anne Taylor

YouTuber Adalia Rose's Rare Progeria Diagnosis Explained

YouTube star Adalia Rose Williams died on January 12th from Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome.

Erin Marie

Everything We Know About Biden's Plan To Provide Free Masks To Americans

The Biden administration is increasing mask availability in an effort to slow the spread of the omicron variant, and they'll be free to Americans.

Erin Marie

Can Cannabis Reduce The Risk Of Catching COVID-19?

Two cannabis compounds, CBG-A and CBD-A, show promise as means by which to both protect against, and treat, COVID-19 infection.

Close-up of woman wearing N95 medical face mask.

Nicole LaMarco

How Long Does An N95 Mask Last Before You Have To Throw It Out?

Unless you're a medical professional trying to avoid cross-contamination, you can typically wear an N95 mask for about a week, or 40 hours.

A healthcare worker holds a mask that reads omicron

Anne Taylor

Has The COVID-19 Omicron Surge Reached Its Peak?

Here's what you should know about the current surge in COVID-19 cases.

Full ICU beds with patients on ventilators

Erin Marie

Why Hospitals In These States Are Struggling The Most Amid The Omicron Surge

As the spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant continues to impact the U.S., many states are facing challenges in providing care to hospital patients.

Pfizer's COVID-19 oral antiviral treatment pill, Paxlovid

Nicole LaMarco

Why Pfizer's COVID-19 Pill Is So Hard To Get

Pfizer's Paxlovid has been shown to reduce the risk of hospitalization and death by about 90%, but it's nearly impossible to get your hands on.

Robin Rothstein

Jenna Jameson's Guillain-Barre Syndrome Diagnosis Explained

Former adult film star Jenna Jameson revealed on January 10 that she likely has a rare illness, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS).

sign that reads "deltacron covid variant"

Nicole LaMarco

Everything You Need To Know About The Claims Of A Deltacron Variant

Neither Delta nor Omicron have been welcome news during the COVID-19 pandemic, and now there are claims of a Deltacron variant. Is this variant real?

nurses health staff wearing masks at hospital

Dylan Roche

When Will The Coronavirus Pandemic End? Here's Everything We Know

As the COVID pandemic enters its third year, many wonder if and when life will return to normal. Here's what we know about when the pandemic will end.