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A nurse prepares syringes with the Pfizer coronavirus booster vaccination on January 20

Covid-19 vaccine authorization for younger children delayed as FDA seeks more data

January 27, 2022 4:01 PM CNN

By Jen Christensen, Brenda Goodman and Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN Parents will have to keep waiting to find out when their youngest children can get a…

A universal vaccine could be the future of the coronavirus fight

January 27, 2022 4:01 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Scientists are working to develop a “pan-coronavirus” vaccine — one that offers protection against…

Taking daily vitamin D and fish oil supplements may help protect older adults from developing autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis

Vitamin D and fish oil supplements may help prevent autoimmune disease, study says

January 27, 2022 10:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Taking daily vitamin D and fish oil supplements may help protect older adults from developing autoimmune disorders such as…

Vitamin D and fish oil supplements may help prevent autoimmune disease, study says

January 27, 2022 10:26 AM CNN

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Taking daily vitamin D and fish oil supplements may help protect older adults from developing autoimmune disorders such as…

Covid-19 boosters provide the best protection against the Omicron variant

Boosters provide the best protection against Omicron variant, CDC studies show, raising new questions about what it means to be fully vaccinated

January 27, 2022 10:00 AM CNN

By John Bonifield and Elizabeth Cohen, CNN Three large new studies from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlight the importance of…

A new subvariant of Omicron is spreading rapidly in some parts of the world. Pictured is a Covid-19 testing site in Hawthorne

How worried should we be about the new ‘stealth’ Omicron? Our expert weighs in

January 26, 2022 2:19 PM CNN

By Katia Hetter, CNN A new subvariant of Omicron is spreading rapidly in some parts of the world. This spinoff from the original Omicron variant,…

A medical technician fills a syringe from a vial of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in Bates Memorial Baptist Church February 12

Moderna begins next phase of Omicron-specific booster trial as study finds that antibodies remain durable despite 6-fold drop over 6 months

January 26, 2022 2:19 PM CNN Newsource

By Jen Christensen, CNN Moderna announced Wednesday that the first participant has been dosed in the company’s Phase 2 clinical trial of a…

The American Lung Association's "State of Tobacco Control" report calls for an end to manufacturing flavored tobacco.

US government fails when it comes to tobacco reduction, American Lung Association report says

January 26, 2022 8:12 AM CNN Newsource

By Carma Hassan, CNN The federal government gets “mostly failing grades on its efforts to prevent and reduce tobacco,” a new report from…

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention plans to send a clear message to pharmacies on a conference call: Stop turning away immune-compromised people when they come seeking fourth doses of Covid-19 vaccines.

Despite CDC directive, many pharmacies refusing to give fourth shots to immune-compromised patients

January 26, 2022 4:27 AM CNN

By Elizabeth Cohen and Danielle Herman, CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention plans to send a clear message to pharmacies on a…

Despite CDC directive, many pharmacies refusing to give fourth shots to immune-compromised patients

January 26, 2022 4:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Elizabeth Cohen and Danielle Herman, CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention plans to send a clear message to pharmacies on a…

Many of the water-resistant and stain-proof home furnishings and apparel we purchase may contain toxic "forever" chemicals

Water- and stain-resistant products contain toxic plastics, study says. Here’s what to do

January 26, 2022 3:00 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Many of the water-resistant and stain-proof home furnishings and apparel we purchase may contain toxic “forever”…

‘Shelfies,’ not selfies, provide personal insight and encourage bookshelf therapy

January 26, 2022 1:30 AM CNN Newsource

By David G. Allan, CNN Library Shelfie Day — proof that there is now a day of celebration for everything — is the fourth Wednesday of…

A healthcare worker puts on PPE on the Covid-19 ICU floor of the University of Massachusetts (UMass) Memorial Hospital in Worcester

During Omicron, disease severity appears to be lower than during other periods of high transmission, according to CDC study

January 25, 2022 12:34 PM CNN Newsource

By Deidre McPhillips, CNN During a period when the Omicron coronavirus variant was dominant, severe outcomes for patients hospitalized with Covid-19…

The Biden administration is withdrawing its Covid-19 vaccination and testing regulation aimed at large businesses

Biden administration to withdraw Covid-19 vaccination and testing regulation aimed at large businesses

January 25, 2022 11:30 AM CNN Newsource

By Liz Stark The Biden administration is withdrawing its Covid-19 vaccination and testing regulation aimed at large businesses, following the Supreme…

3M Performance Particulate Respirator 8210Plus N95s are arranged for a photograph in New York state on July 29

Here’s how to get free N95 masks from pharmacies or community health centers

January 25, 2022 3:26 AM CNN

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The rollout of free N95 masks for the public began this week across the United States, with some pharmacies already handing…

Here’s how to get free N95 masks from pharmacies or community health centers

January 25, 2022 5:13 AM CNN

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The rollout of free N95 masks for the public began this week across the United States, with some pharmacies already handing…

Here’s how to get free N95 masks from pharmacies or community health centers

January 25, 2022 3:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The rollout of free N95 masks for the public began this week across the United States, with some pharmacies already handing…

Pfizer and BioNTech have begun a clinical trial for their Omicron-specific Covid-19 vaccine candidate

Pfizer and BioNTech begin clinical trial for Omicron-specific vaccine

January 25, 2022 3:45 AM CNN Newsource

By Amanda Sealy, CNN Pfizer and BioNTech have begun a clinical trial for their Omicron-specific Covid-19 vaccine candidate, they announced in a news…

Be sure to visit your primary care doctor or cardiologist before starting any robust exercse program

TV Peloton incidents undermine a basic reality about exercise, experts say

January 25, 2022 2:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN First it was Mr. Big, the character from “Sex in the City,” dying in Carrie Bradshaw’s arms from a heart…

Cellist Jodi Beder performs a daily concert on her front porch in Mount Rainier

Self-care won’t save us from exhaustion. This other strategy might

January 25, 2022 2:20 AM CNN Newsource

By Jessica DuLong, CNN Whether it’s caring for kids, parents, coworkers or our community, many people feel utterly tapped out because of all…

US pharmacies are rolling out free N95 masks as free Covid-19 tests begin to arrive in the mail

January 24, 2022 9:37 AM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard and Betsy Klein, CNN Just as free Covid-19 tests are landing in the mailboxes of people who ordered them, the first free N95…

US pharmacies are rolling out free N95 masks as free Covid-19 tests begin to arrive in the mail

January 24, 2022 9:37 AM CNN

By Jacqueline Howard and Betsy Klein, CNN Just as free Covid-19 tests are landing in the mailboxes of people who ordered them, the first free N95…

Study reveals impact 10 minutes of exercise can have on adults over 40

January 24, 2022 8:54 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Could you find 10 minutes in your day to increase your physical activity? It might be lifesaving, according to a new study.…

As the highly contagious Omicron coronavirus variant continues its rapid spread around the globe

Follow these tips to exercise safely during winter

January 24, 2022 1:33 AM CNN Newsource

By Melanie Radzicki McManus, CNN This winter is pummeling many people’s workout goals. As the highly contagious Omicron coronavirus variant…

Don't sleep on your stomach if you want to avoid neck pain

How you sleep can cause neck and back pain

January 24, 2022 1:33 AM CNN

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Neck pain may have many causes: Stress, poor posture, texting, injuries from sports, car or other accidents and chronic…

Make a vegetarian chili jam-packed with a rainbow of diced veggies and serve with tortilla chips.

Make this mood-boosting meal right now

January 23, 2022 3:58 AM CNN Newsource

By Casey Barber, CNN If the post-holiday slump is hitting a little harder for you in 2022, you’re not the only one. It’s cold and icy…

Federal regulators are considering limiting the authorization of certain monoclonal antibody.

FDA considers limiting authorization of certain monoclonal antibody treatments

January 22, 2022 4:34 PM CNN Newsource

By Steve Contorno, CNN Federal regulators are considering limiting the authorization of certain monoclonal antibody treatments that have not proved…

FDA considers limiting authorization of certain monoclonal antibody treatments

January 22, 2022 4:24 PM CNN

By Steve Contorno, CNN Federal regulators are considering limiting the authorization of certain monoclonal antibody treatments that have not proved…

700 to 800 Hartnell College students missing proof of full vaccination status

January 21, 2022 2:53 PM Victor Guzman

The Hartnell College deadline for students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 has come and gone and now the college is dealing with 700 to 800…

The pandemic may have created a nation of problem drinkers — and many are women

January 22, 2022 9:47 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN For many people, social drinking is a celebrated pastime. At least it was in the good old days — you know, before we…

Covid-19 hospitalizations in the Northeast are down by about 11% after reaching a peak about a week ago and have also dropped slightly about 6% in the Midwest region

Covid-19 hospitalizations are dropping in the Northeast. In other parts of the country, they’re rising

January 21, 2022 9:51 PM CNN Newsource

By Christina Maxouris, CNN During what has been another devastating surge of Covid-19 across the country, there is good news: Some states are…

A Covid-19 testing site run by Center for Covid Control in Worcester

Federal inspectors investigating ‘numerous complaints’ about labs and testing sites associated with Center for Covid Control

January 21, 2022 2:02 PM CNN Newsource

By Liz Stark, CNN The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is investigating “numerous complaints” about labs and testing sites…

New study finds worker absences tripled because of Omicron

January 21, 2022 11:43 AM Victor Guzman

The percentage of the adult population not working because of Covid-related reasons tripled between December and January, according to Goldman…

After the Omicron wave, here’s what experts say could come next in 2022

January 21, 2022 10:23 AM CNN Newsource

By Jen Christensen, CNN Picture a not-too-distant future when you can book that summer trip to Italy or you don’t have to remember to take off…

More than 333,000 pacifiers recalled due to choking hazard

January 21, 2022 10:07 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN More than 333,000 silicone pacifiers available for purchase on Amazon have been voluntarily recalled by the distributor due to…

With Omicron, parents of kids under 5 are even more stressed

January 21, 2022 8:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Matt Villano, CNN Birthdays are usually joyous occasions for Bonnie Wiener-Bambara, with daylong parties that involve pampering, dinner and…

With Omicron, parents of kids under 5 are even more stressed

January 21, 2022 8:35 AM CNN

By Matt Villano, CNN Birthdays are usually joyous occasions for Bonnie Wiener-Bambara, with daylong parties that involve pampering, dinner and…

Boosters provide the best protection against Omicron variant, CDC studies show, raising new questions about what it means to be fully vaccinated

January 21, 2022 8:00 AM CNN Newsource

By John Bonifield and Elizabeth Cohen, CNN Three large new studies from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlight the importance of…

Covid-19 hospitalizations are dropping in the Northeast. In other parts of the country, they’re rising

January 20, 2022 2:16 PM CNN

By Christina Maxouris, CNN During what has been another devastating surge of Covid-19 across the country, there is good news: Some states are…

Some Atlanta-area hospitals are so packed that ambulances are getting sent elsewhere.

Metro Atlanta hospitals are overwhelmed — and some ambulances must get diverted, health care leaders say

January 20, 2022 2:16 PM CNN Newsource

By Maria Cartaya and Holly Yan, CNN Some Atlanta-area hospitals are so packed that ambulances are getting sent elsewhere. Medical professionals from…

A new study adds to growing evidence that there is no connection between Covid-19 vaccinations and a reduced chance of conceiving a baby.

Covid-19 vaccinations do not impair fertility in men or women, study finds

January 20, 2022 1:46 PM CNN

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN A new study adds to growing evidence that there is no connection between Covid-19 vaccinations and a reduced chance of…

Covid-19 vaccinations do not impair fertility in men or women, study finds

January 20, 2022 1:46 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN A new study adds to growing evidence that there is no connection between Covid-19 vaccinations and a reduced chance of…

Being aware of your thoughts and how you talk to yourself about a challenge can make a big impact

What’s going on in your mind matters. Changing your expectations can mean more success, experts say

January 20, 2022 12:27 PM CNN

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN “I think therefore I am,” mind over matter, the little engine that thought he could — our philosophers,…

The World Health Federation released a policy brief

No amount of alcohol is good for the heart, new report says, but critics disagree on science

January 20, 2022 10:07 AM CNN

By Sandee LaMotte and Jen Christensen, CNN In a bold move, the World Heart Federation released a policy brief Thursday saying that no amount of…

What’s going on in your mind matters. Changing your expectations can mean more success, experts say

January 20, 2022 9:42 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN “I think therefore I am,” mind over matter, the little engine that thought he could — our philosophers,…

Some Republican-led states claim they are having a difficult time getting their hands on rapid Covid-19 tests following the US federal government's plan to send free at-home test kits to households across the country

Some states say they are not getting their Covid-19 test kit orders as White House rolls out at-home testing effort

January 20, 2022 7:57 AM CNN

By Amanda Watts, Jacqueline Howard, Gabe Cohen and Kaitlan Collins, CNN Some Republican-led states claim they are having a difficult time getting…

Some states say they are not getting their Covid-19 test kit orders as White House rolls out at-home testing effort

January 20, 2022 7:57 AM CNN Newsource

By Amanda Watts, Jacqueline Howard, Gabe Cohen and Kaitlan Collins, CNN Some Republican-led states claim they are having a difficult time getting…

No amount of alcohol is good for the heart, new report says, but critics disagree on science

January 20, 2022 7:51 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte and Jen Christensen, CNN In a bold move, the World Heart Federation released a policy brief Thursday saying that no amount of…

The study published in Public Health Nutrition found

Buying your groceries online could leave you missing key information, study says

January 20, 2022 3:20 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN When Covid-19 broke out in the United States, one of the first corners of life that was upended was grocery shopping: The…

An N95 respirator that's fitted well and worn consistently is a highly effective way to protect against Covid-19 spread

Masks and Omicron Q&A: What kind of mask should you wear and for how long? An expert explains

January 20, 2022 3:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Katia Hetter, CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance last week that urges Americans to wear the highest quality…