Vaccination is best for prevention, but if you get sick with COVID-19, treatments are available
While it typically starts in October, vaccine effectiveness can affect its duration and severity
Adults 60 or older, pregnant people and babies can get protected against the respiratory virus
Embarrassing or shaming often makes people defensive, which makes change more unlikely
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Babies should get the RSV immunization before their first cold and flu season
Irregularities in cycle length and flow aren’t a cause for concern
They can stop an infection before it gets you sick or prevent you from becoming seriously sick
Ending the U.S. public health emergency declaration doesn’t mean COVID-19 is gone
Formerly used as a treatment, they’re not as effective against current strains of COVID-19
Despite what you’ve heard or hoped, no one is 100% protected