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The US Food and Drug Administration is planning on allowing Americans to receive a different coronavirus vaccine for their booster shots than their original dose

FDA planning to allow mix-and-match Covid-19 vaccine boosters

October 19, 2021 7:30 AM CNN Newsource

By Kaitlan Collins, CNN The US Food and Drug Administration is planning on allowing Americans to receive a different coronavirus vaccine for their…

FDA planning to allow mix-and-match Covid-19 vaccine boosters

October 19, 2021 7:30 AM CNN

By Kaitlan Collins, CNN The US Food and Drug Administration is planning on allowing Americans to receive a different coronavirus vaccine for their…

Former US Secretary of State Colin Powell died on Monday of Covid-19 complications. Powell is shown here giving a speech on March 4th 1991 in Washington

Why vaccinated people dying from Covid-19 doesn’t mean the vaccines are ineffective

October 19, 2021 5:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Katia Hetter, CNN Former US Secretary of State Colin Powell died on Monday of Covid-19 complications. His family announced that he was fully…

People wait in line with their paperwork to receive their coronavirus booster vaccination during a Pfizer-BioNTech vaccination clinic in Southfield

More people are getting boosters than new Covid-19 vaccinations. And others could soon become eligible for an additional shot

October 21, 2021 2:39 PM CNN

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN The number of people in the US looking to boost their Covid-19 vaccinations has surpassed the tally of those looking to…

A pharmacist gives a a booster shot to a senior at McDonalds in Fullerton

Seniors are particularly vulnerable to Covid-19. So far, 1 in 7 have gotten a booster shot of vaccine

October 19, 2021 11:19 PM CNN Newsource

By Holly Yan and Madeline Holcombe, CNN As the US tries to stave off another Covid-19 surge this winter, health experts encourage anyone who is…

Why Colin Powell’s cancer likely reduced his protection from the Covid-19 vaccine

October 18, 2021 3:41 PM CNN Newsource

By Jen Christensen, CNN Gen. Colin Powell died Monday from complications of Covid-19, and experts say his death shows how important it is for more…

Nearly one-third of parents of children ages 7 to 9 reported their kids used social media apps in the first six months of 2021.

Children under 10 are using social media. Parents can help them stay safe online

October 18, 2021 11:09 AM CNN Newsource

By Kristen Rogers, CNN It’s not just your teens who are on social media anymore. Younger kids are getting on those apps, and some parents…

Dr. Christina Yannetsos has been treating Covid patients while also struggling with infertility.

Physicians suffering from infertility face challenges on the frontlines of the Covid-19 pandemic

October 18, 2021 8:14 AM CNN

By John Bonifield, CNN Dr. Christina Yannetsos’ patient was about her age, 38, and extremely sick with Covid-19. “I remember having a…

Physicians suffering from infertility face challenges on the frontlines of the Covid-19 pandemic

October 18, 2021 8:14 AM CNN Newsource

By John Bonifield, CNN Dr. Christina Yannetsos’ patient was about her age, 38, and extremely sick with Covid-19. “I remember having a…

Getting in your steps is actually more important than the overall intensity with which you achieve them.

How to best burn calories while walking

October 18, 2021 6:10 AM CNN Newsource

By Dana Santas, CNN It’s no secret that walking is good for you. Many of us are trying to get in those recommended 10,000 steps a day that our…

As Covid cases drop in Georgia and Florida, some states with colder weather see an increase

October 18, 2021 11:48 PM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe and Amir Vera, CNN Southern states, many of which have been hotspots, are now starting to see a decrease in Covid-19 cases while…

Experts say those who received the Johnson & Johnson one-dose vaccine are "awfully well protected

Covid-19 numbers are getting better. But where they go from here will depend on vaccinations, Fauci says

October 17, 2021 11:18 PM CNN

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN The rates of Covid-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths are improving; an optimistic sign for the future of the pandemic. But…

Covid-19 numbers are getting better. But where they go from here will depend on vaccinations, Fauci says

October 17, 2021 11:18 PM CNN Newsource

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN The rates of Covid-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths are improving; an optimistic sign for the future of the pandemic. But…

The coronavirus has become the leading cause of death for officers despite law enforcement being among the first groups eligible to receive the vaccine at the end of 2020.

Five times as many police officers have died from Covid-19 as from gunfire since start of pandemic

October 16, 2021 1:43 PM CNN

By Ryan Young, Jason Morris and Ray Sanchez, CNN Jessica Desfosses shared the final heartrending text messages she exchanged with her police officer…

Masks and outdoor gatherings will still be the best way to make holiday gatherings safe this year

Masks and vaccines are a must this holiday season, CDC says

October 16, 2021 9:53 AM CNN

By Jen Christensen, CNN Get your holiday themed masks and porch heaters ready. Masks and outdoor gatherings will still be the best way to make…

Pharmacists and other specialists who give the shots say there are dozens of safeguards baked into the system to limit the possibility of human error. And

Vaccine mix-ups are rare and there are systems in place to keep it that way

October 16, 2021 10:52 AM CNN Newsource

By Jen Christensen, CNN An Indiana couple says they took their family to get their annual flu shot at the local Walgreens, but all of them, including…

CNN Medical Analyst Dr. Leana Wen advises talking to your doctor before taking aspirin to protect heart health so you can weigh the risks and benefits.

What might be changing on aspirin guidance: An expert weighs in

October 16, 2021 2:02 AM CNN Newsource

By Katia Hetter, CNN Wait, are we taking a break from aspirin? While so much of our conversations around health is rightly focused on Covid-19, there…

Experts on October 15 urged those who received the Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine to get a booster shot as soon as it's available. Pfizer's third dose was approved last month for people older than 65

J&J vaccine recipients should get their second dose as soon as it’s available, experts say

October 16, 2021 1:14 AM CNN Newsource

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN As the greenlight looms for another dose of Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine, experts on Friday urged those who…

Susan Walker said she dug into retirement savings to help pay for Robby Walker's medical evacation flight.

A dad who traveled 1,200 miles for Covid-19 care is finally going home. Here’s what he wants you to know

October 16, 2021 12:23 PM CNN Newsource

By Holly Yan, CNN These days, brushing his teeth while standing up is a major accomplishment. But Robby Walker is alive — a feat some doctors…

Wider distribution for third doses of the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine is being considered.

More Covid-19 boosters are on the horizon. But not everyone will need one, experts say

October 16, 2021 1:14 AM CNN Newsource

By Travis Caldwell, CNN Advisers from the US Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously to recommend emergency authorization of a booster dose of…