COVID-19

Information and news related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

6 Questions About Getting Your Third Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine, Answered

Throughout the pandemic, an outpouring of information – and misinformation – has understandably caused confusion for everyday people wondering how they can protect themselves and their loved ones against the Coronavirus. In recent weeks, for example, there have been an increasing number of questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. Only this time, the conversations largely pertain to COVID-19 third shots and boosters. We’re here to help clear up any confusion about who should get a third shot of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Omicron COVID Variant: What We Know – and Don’t

In late November 2021, the World Health Organization (WHO) identified a new COVID-19 variant as a growing cause for concern: Omicron. It was first noted in South Africa, where the country’s minister of health announced its rapid spread throughout the country.

Latest Treatment Options for COVID-19 Show Great Promise

One such treatment option that has shown great promise is the use of an intravenous (IV) infusion for COVID-19 patients using the two monoclonal antibodies bamlanivimab and etesevimab.

Lockdown weight gain: Average 2 Pounds per Month and How to Lose it

During the lockdown, the pandemic turned many of our routines upside down. Gyms were closed. Plans canceled. Work settings and schools went remote. In retrospect, it’s easy to see how quarantine paved the way for inevitable lockdown weight gain across all ages and situations. And if you’re affected, know that you’re certainly not alone. According to a recent study, the average American gained an average of two pounds per month due to the COVID-19 shelter-in-place orders in 2020. Fortunately, with a few tips and lifestyle adjustments, losing the extra pounds is well within reach.

Is Lung Damage Permanent After COVID-19?

Over the last 18 months, the pandemic has raised an unprecedented amount of questions. Scientists and medical experts have dove in to provide answers, analyzing data about the disease and how it affects our bodies, both short- and long-term. One topic that’s continuously been part of the conversation involves lung health, and more specifically, whether COVID survivors suffer permanent lung damage after COVID-19.

How to Get Rid of Hives after COVID-19

Evidence suggests that high levels of stress can contribute to temporary hives, rashes and itchy skin – so it’s not surprising to hear about cases of people experiencing hives as we continue navigating the new normal of life during a pandemic.