CDC Sets Date To Talk Moderna, J&J COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

While the CDC recently authorized booster doses of the Pfizer vaccine, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson are still waiting on the green light.

​Anti-Vax Chiropractors A Rising Force Of Misinformation

The AP found a vocal and influential group of chiropractors has been capitalizing on the pandemic by sowing fear and mistrust of vaccines.

Flu Season 2021 Is Here: Where To Find Vaccines In Your City

The United States is entering its second flu season amid a global pandemic. Luckily, there are plenty of nearby places to get a flu shot.

Why One NASCAR Driver's Partnership With GoodRx Is A Win For All

Will Rodgers, who’s racing at the Charlotte Roval on Saturday, knows firsthand how important good health is for success.

Pfizer Asks U.S. To Allow COVID-19 Shots For Kids Ages 5 To 11

If given the green light, shots could begin within a matter of weeks for the roughly 28 million U.S. children in that age group.

J&J Seeks U.S. Clearance For COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Doses

Johnson & Johnson submitted data to the FDA on several different booster intervals, ranging from two to six months.

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We are all growing up and growing old. Which is more difficult? It is as important to age well as to mature fully. Here are some guidelines.

U.S. Surpasses 700,000 COVID-19 Deaths As Summer Surge Wanes

It took just 3 ½ months for the U.S. to go from 600,000 to 700,000 deaths, a spike fueled largely by the millions of unvaccinated Americans.

Experimental COVID-19 Pill Reduces Severe Illness, Drugmaker Says

Drugmaker Merck said it will soon ask U.S. health officials to authorize use of the pill, a potentially major step in fighting COVID-19.

How COVID-19 Changed The Eating Habits Of U.S. Families

A new poll found nearly 1 in 5 parents are too stressed to cook, resulting in more and more drive-thru dinner trips.

Health Workers Once Saluted As Heroes Now Get Threats

Doctors and nurses across the country are dealing with hostility, threats and violence from patients angry over safety rules.

Cold Vs. Flu: How Are They Different?

Here's what you should know about the causes, symptoms and treatment options for both illnesses.

Pfizer, BioNTech Submit Vaccine Trial Data For Kids Ages 5-11

Pfizer said the trial, which tested the COVID-19 vaccine in more than 2,200 kids, yielded “positive topline results.”

Who Qualifies For A Coronavirus Booster Shot? The List Is Growing Longer

Experts discuss COVID-19 booster shots after the CDC director overruled an advisory panel on who should get them.

U.S. Has Enough Coronavirus Vaccines For Boosters, Kids' Shots

Current supply and steady production means those seeking boosters, or initial shots, should have easy access to vaccinations.

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Who Is Eligible For COVID-19 Booster Shots? 5 Things To Know

Public health officials have endorsed vaccine booster doses for millions of Americans. Here's how to know if you can get a third shot.

Low Wages, Pandemic Gut Staff Support For People With Disabilities

At least two-thirds of U.S. states have reported a permanent closure of at least one provider of Medicaid-covered home.

CDC Panel Endorses COVID-19 Booster Shots For Some Americans

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisers said shots should be offered to seniors and those with underlying health problems.

How GoodRx Is Helping Americans Get Smart About Their Health

GoodRx Health, a new online health resource, allows users to find trusted research and clear answers to their health questions.

FDA Backs COVID-19 Booster Shot For Seniors, High-Risk

The ruling represents a drastically scaled-back version of the Biden administration’s sweeping plan to offer boosters for all Americans.

COVID-19 Cases Could Steadily Decline This Winter: Researchers

A new model has called it the "most likely scenario," as researchers say deaths could also drop from 1,500 per day now to fewer than 100.

U.S. Coronavirus Deaths Are Topping 1,900 A Day

Health workers say the deaths, coupled with misinformation about the virus, have been "soul-crushing."

Second J&J COVID-19 Shot Boosts Effectiveness, Company Says

When people got a second Johnson & Johnson shot two months after the first, antibody levels rose four to six times higher, the company said.

More Americans Have Died From COVID-19 Than In 1918 Flu Pandemic

The country surpassed 675,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday, Johns Hopkins University numbers show.

Is Cloth Mask Effective Against Delta Variant: Ask Kaiser Health News-PolitiFact

Surgical masks are best; the delta variant is more contagious than the original coronavirus, so the density of virus in the air is greater.

​Pfizer Says COVID-19 Vaccine Works In Kids Ages 5 To 11

Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech will ask the FDA for emergency use by the end of the month.

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There is a time to hold on and a time to let go of a relationship. The difficulty is knowing when to do which.

Delta Variant Found In 99% Of U.S. COVID-19 Cases: CDC

The variant has reached near-total dominance in the United States as new daily cases continue to top 148,000.

U.S. Panel Backs COVID-19 Boosters Only For Elderly, High-Risk

In a surprising turn, a government advisory panel rejected, by a vote of 16-2, boosters for almost everyone.

Moderna Vaccine Most Effective Against COVID-19, CDC Study Finds

While the Moderna vaccine is most effective against hospitalization, the Pfizer and J&J vaccines also offer "substantial protection."

As More Fall Victim To COVID, A Look At Kids' Unique Immune Systems

Nearly 30 percent of COVID-19 infections reported for the week ending Sept. 9 were in children.

How Fauci Got Ahead Of FDA, CDC In Backing Boosters

The nation's top infectious disease expert said in January there was little doubt that booster shots were going to be helpful.

Growing Number Of States Roll Back Public Health Powers

Spurred on by voters angry voters, more than half of U.S. states have stripped powers meant to protect the public against diseases.

FDA Strikes Neutral Tone Ahead Of Friday Vaccine Booster Meeting

Friday's meeting marks the first step in deciding whether Americans will need coronavirus vaccine booster shots.

How The Obesity Rates Compare Among The States

The latest CDC numbers show adult obesity has gone up slightly in most regions over the past year.

Intensive Care Units Are Filled With Coronavirus — And Regret

More than 50 percent of inpatients at hospitals in a number of states are being treated for COVID-19.

Who Gets The Shot? A Quick Guide To COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates

Overlapping vaccine mandates most likely now affect a significant majority of eligible Americans.

Why At-Home Rapid Covid Tests Cost So Much, Even After Push For Lower Prices

A family with two school-age children might need to spend $500 or more a month to try to keep their family — and others — safe.

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