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Antiviral pills for Covid-19 — not a cure, but a great tool

November 6, 2021 1:19 AM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN A pill to treat Covid — Pfizer and Merck both generated excitement with news they have pills that could help keep people out…

Mask mandate returns to Monterey County

November 1, 2021 11:22 AM Jonathan Sarabia

An indoor mask mandate is expected to be in effect after Monterey County’s transmission rate continues to be substantial, according to the Centers of…

Fewer than 100 intensive care unit beds are available across Colorado

Covid-19 hospitalizations are rising in Colorado, which has fewer than 100 open ICU beds

November 5, 2021 5:28 PM CNN Newsource

By Claudia Dominguez, CNN Fewer than 100 intensive care unit beds are available across Colorado, the state’s Covid-19 incident commander said…

The biotechnology company Novavax plans to submit complete data to the US Food and Drug Administration soon for possible emergency use authorization of its coronavirus vaccine

Novavax to complete data submission to FDA by end of the year for authorization of its coronavirus vaccine

November 5, 2021 5:13 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The biotechnology company Novavax plans to submit complete data to the US Food and Drug Administration soon for possible…

He survived severe Covid-19; now he’s getting vaccinated, but losing friends

November 5, 2021 4:00 PM CNN

By Nadia Kounang, CNN Jim Sells is 71, a self-described “strong conservative” who’s on social media all the time. As the pandemic…

He survived severe Covid-19; now he’s getting vaccinated, but losing friends

November 5, 2021 4:00 PM CNN Newsource

By Nadia Kounang, CNN Jim Sells is 71, a self-described “strong conservative” who’s on social media all the time. As the pandemic…

Glenn Close attends the 93rd Annual Academy Awards at Union Station on April 25 in Los Angeles.

Actress Glenn Close sees her ‘Fatal Attraction’ character in a new light after fighting for mental health

November 5, 2021 9:34 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Actress Glenn Close has enjoyed a celebrated career in the film industry, but she once worried she could be risking it all…

Actress Glenn Close sees her ‘Fatal Attraction’ character in a new light after fighting for mental health

November 5, 2021 9:34 AM CNN

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Actress Glenn Close has enjoyed a celebrated career in the film industry, but she once worried she could be risking it all…

Antiviral pills for Covid-19 — not a cure, but a great tool

November 5, 2021 6:02 AM CNN

By Maggie Fox, CNN A pill to treat Covid — Pfizer and Merck both generated excitement with news they have pills that could help keep people out…

Drugmaker Pfizer said Friday its experimental pill designed to fight coronavirus reduced the risk of hospitalization and death for high-risk patients taking part in a trial of the drug. Nurses care for a patient with COVID-19 on a ventilator in an ICU room at HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield

Pfizer says its experimental pill reduces risk of hospitalization, death from Covid-19

November 5, 2021 3:45 AM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, and Amanda Sealy, CNN Drugmaker Pfizer said Friday its experimental pill designed to fight coronavirus reduced the risk of…

Sleep with your pet? How that may affect you (and your pet)

November 5, 2021 4:09 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN In the quest for better sleep, people often ask if they should share their bed with a pet. Before we get to that, let’s…

Even if they get a breakthrough infection

Even if they get breakthrough infections, vaccinated people don’t get as sick with Covid-19, studies show

November 4, 2021 8:21 PM CNN

By Maggie Fox, CNN Even if they get a breakthrough infection, vaccinated people don’t get as sick with Covid-19, two different teams of…

Even if they get breakthrough infections, vaccinated people don’t get as sick with Covid-19, studies show

November 4, 2021 8:21 PM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN Even if they get a breakthrough infection, vaccinated people don’t get as sick with Covid-19, two different teams of…

One habit could reduce fears of public speaking

One habit could reduce your fears of public speaking, criticism, failure and more

November 4, 2021 7:38 AM CNN Newsource

By Kristen Rogers, CNN As a lawyer whose job involves lots of talking and being the center of attention, Jeena Cho’s fear of socializing was…

The UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency said on November 4 it had authorized Merck and Ridgeback Biotherapeutics' oral antiviral

UK becomes first to authorize Merck and Ridgeback Biotherapeutics’ antiviral molnupiravir to treat mild-to-moderate Covid-19

November 4, 2021 4:58 AM CNN Newsource

By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN The UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency said Thursday it had authorized Merck and Ridgeback…

The next step in vaccinating children is families finding the nearest dose. Tyann Davis holds her son Cameron Davis' hand as IHA Plymouth Pediatrics Medical Assistant Madison Peterson gives him the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine.

Pediatrician or pharmacy? Expert weighs in on how to get a Covid vaccine appointment for your child

November 4, 2021 4:14 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Now that health officials in the US have issued emergency use authorization for a vaccine for younger children, the next…

The first generation Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine cut cervical cancer rates among women by 87%

HPV vaccine reduced cervical cancer rates by 87% in women, UK study finds

November 4, 2021 3:04 AM CNN Newsource

By Jen Christensen, CNN The first generation HPV vaccine cut cervical cancer rates among women by 87%, British researchers reported. The study…

HPV vaccine reduced cervical cancer rates by 87% in women, UK study finds

November 4, 2021 3:04 AM CNN

By Jen Christensen, CNN The first generation HPV vaccine cut cervical cancer rates among women by 87%, British researchers reported. The study…

Kidney transplant patient Sophia Silvaamaya (center)

Parents express relief as children 5-11 begin receiving Covid-19 vaccine

November 3, 2021 9:34 PM CNN Newsource

By Jason Hanna, CNN Nine-year-old Parson Harrington had to isolate more than most during this pandemic — and the lung transplant recipient…

How is the central coast preparing to vaccinate children 5-11 years old

November 3, 2021 12:00 PM Stephanie Aceves

Schools around the central coast are currently waiting for the go-ahead to start administering vaccines to children 5 to 11 years old.…

CDC updates health warning for aromatherapy spray

November 3, 2021 3:04 PM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN Federal agencies updated recalls and warnings to doctors Wednesday about aromatherapy sprays that have been linked to fatal cases…

Pediatrician or pharmacy? Expert weighs in on how to get a Covid vaccine appointment for your child

November 3, 2021 2:13 PM CNN

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Now that health officials in the US have issued emergency use authorization for a vaccine for younger children, the next…

Now that the United States has started rolling out child doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine for children ages 5 to 11

When can kids under 5 get vaccinated against Covid-19? What parents should know

November 3, 2021 2:13 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Now that the United States has started rolling out child doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine for children ages…

How to enjoy working out if you hate exercise

November 3, 2021 10:07 AM CNN Newsource

By Melanie Radzicki McManus, CNN When my junior year of high school ended, I rejoiced. That meant the end of mandatory gym class. Not gifted…

Now that your younger child can get a Covid-19 vaccine, here’s how to be fully vaccinated by Christmas and Kwanzaa

November 3, 2021 8:09 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Families are getting an early gift this holiday season: the chance to protect their children between the ages of 5 and 11…

Why these families are jumping at the chance to get their kids vaccinated against Covid-19

November 3, 2021 6:28 AM CNN Newsource

By Holly Yan and David Williams, CNN When 8-year-old Nate Wittenborn saw a photo of Pfizer’s pediatric Covid-19 vaccine, he jumped up and down.…

Why these families are jumping at the chance to get their kids vaccinated against Covid-19

November 3, 2021 6:28 AM CNN

By Holly Yan and David Williams, CNN When 8-year-old Nate Wittenborn saw a photo of Pfizer’s pediatric Covid-19 vaccine, he jumped up and down.…

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended the Covid-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11

Commonly asked questions about the Covid-19 vaccine for younger kids — an expert weighs in

November 3, 2021 4:25 AM CNN Newsource

By Faye Chiu, CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended the Covid-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, and CDC Director…

Suicides in the United States decreased by 3% from 2019 to 2020

Overall, suicide rates decreased in the US last year — but not for everyone

November 2, 2021 9:04 PM CNN Newsource

By Virginia Langmaid, CNN Suicides in the United States decreased by 3% from 2019 to 2020, despite risk factors for suicide generally increasing,…

Overall, suicide rates decreased in the US last year — but not for everyone

November 2, 2021 9:04 PM CNN

By Virginia Langmaid, CNN Suicides in the United States decreased by 3% from 2019 to 2020, despite risk factors for suicide generally increasing,…

Kids receiving their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine now will be partially protected by Thanksgiving. An 8-year-old receives the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine in Southfield

How does vaccination for kids change Thanksgiving? An expert weighs in

November 2, 2021 5:28 PM CNN

By Katia Hetter, CNN As children ages 5 to 11 years old began receiving the Covid-19 vaccine last week, families across the country have been…

A nurse prepares a dose of a Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine in Chicago.

Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine is 73.6% effective, according to new real-world study

November 2, 2021 11:15 AM CNN Newsource

By John Bonifield, CNN Data from a real-world study assessing Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine finds it is 73.6% effective, according…

You broke your bad habit. This is how you build something better in its place

November 2, 2021 4:40 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN It took a lot of work, but you finally stopped reaching for the pint of ice cream after a long day or a disagreement with…

Millions of child-size doses of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine are being shipped from the company's facilities to distribution centers across the country. A person receives their first dose of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine in Los Angeles

5- to 11-year-olds can now get a Covid-19 vaccine in the US

November 2, 2021 3:34 AM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Tuesday evening she was endorsing a…

CDC advisers to vote on giving Covid-19 vaccine to kids ages 5 to 11

November 2, 2021 3:34 AM CNN

By Jen Christensen, CNN Millions of child-size doses of Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine are being shipped from the company’s facilities to…

Fad diets are out. It’s your lifestyle habits that matter

November 2, 2021 2:02 AM CNN

By Sherry Liang, CNN A full belly makes a happy heart, but your heart will be happier if you focus on sustaining long-term habits. Heart-healthy…

Fad diets are out. It’s your lifestyle habits that matter

November 2, 2021 2:02 AM CNN Newsource

By Sherry Liang, CNN A full belly makes a happy heart, but your heart will be happier if you focus on sustaining long-term habits. Heart-healthy…

Britain's lawmakers wore masks in the House of Commons last week

Why the world is still arguing over face masks, 20 months into the pandemic

November 1, 2021 10:41 PM CNN Newsource

By Rob Picheta, CNN At the start of the pandemic, much of the Western world followed a similar playbook for tackling Covid-19. Spikes in transmission…

Why the world is still arguing over face masks, 20 months into the pandemic

November 1, 2021 10:41 PM CNN

By Rob Picheta, CNN At the start of the pandemic, much of the Western world followed a similar playbook for tackling Covid-19. Spikes in transmission…

Children are racking up hours of screen time since the pandemic began

Kids nearly doubled screen time during the pandemic, but there is something you can do about it

November 1, 2021 1:50 PM CNN

By Megan Marples, CNN Children are racking up hours of screen time since the pandemic began, and there doesn’t appear to be an end in sight.…

Kids nearly doubled screen time during the pandemic, but there is something you can do about it

November 1, 2021 1:50 PM CNN Newsource

By Megan Marples, CNN Children are racking up hours of screen time since the pandemic began, and there doesn’t appear to be an end in sight.…

Covid-19 vaccine program for kids ‘will be running at full strength’ week of November 8, White House says

November 1, 2021 10:57 AM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The United States’ Covid-19 vaccination program for children ages 5 to 11 will be “running at full…

The return of in-person classes means kids may need help shaking off some social awkwardness. Students at a public middle school in Los Angeles are shown

How to help your kids readjust to social dynamics at school

November 1, 2021 8:23 AM CNN Newsource

By Elissa Strauss, CNN During school shutdowns, educators did their best to re-create in-class learning online. But what about the kind of learning…

Infertility is not a risk with Covid-19 vaccines for kids

November 1, 2021 4:48 AM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN It’s among parents’ top worries around kids getting vaccinated against Covid-19: Could the vaccine somehow impair…

Wearing a face mask on Halloween can limit the spread of Covid-19.

Here’s what you need to know to have a safe Halloween

October 31, 2021 6:31 AM CNN

By Megan Marples, CNN “Trick or treat!” Those words will be echoing in neighborhoods across the country as children go door-to-door in…

Pediatricians say some parents are eager to vaccinate their kids, with others asking questions as child-size doses of Covid-19 vaccine are shipped out

October 30, 2021 8:26 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Many pediatricians have already placed their orders for child-sized doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine and…

Here’s what you need to know to have a safe Halloween

October 30, 2021 5:00 AM CNN Newsource

By Megan Marples, CNN “Trick or treat!” Those words will be echoing in neighborhoods across the country as children go door-to-door in…

About 69% of US adults say they use Facebook

Why people keep scrolling when they say they are done with Facebook

October 30, 2021 12:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN The tides are turning against Facebook. But no matter how much they may want to, some people just can’t seem to break…

Medical assistant Norma Santana prepares a Moderna Covid-19 vaccine booster for Governor Kate Brown at Salem Health Edgewater Clinic in Salem

At least 89% of vaccinated American adults will qualify for Covid-19 booster shots

October 29, 2021 4:42 PM CNN Newsource

By Elizabeth Cohen, CNN Senior Medical Correspondent If you’re vaccinated against Covid-19 and wondering if you’re eligible for a booster…

Monterey High School football game cancelled due to COVID-19

October 29, 2021 12:14 PM Melody Waintal

Monterey High School canceled their football game against Gonzales High on…