Infectious Disease

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April 26, 2024/Infectious Disease

The Connection Between COVID-19 and Blood Clots

An increased risk of blood clots can last for nearly a year after a COVID-19 diagnosis

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If Your Immune System Is Compromised, Can You Get Vaccinated?

The answer varies from person to person and vaccine to vaccine

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March 18, 2024/Infectious Disease

How Does COVID Immunity Work?

The short answer: It’s complicated, but the basic care precautions still prevail, like washing your hands and isolating if you’re sick

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February 5, 2024/Infectious Disease

What Constitutes a ‘Superspreader Event’?

Any large social gathering — from a family birthday party to an indoor music concert — has the potential to spread serious infection

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January 23, 2024/Infectious Disease

How To Manage COVID Fatigue and Regain Your Energy

It’s important to connect with a healthcare provider, get quality sleep and balance your activities with your energy levels

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January 17, 2024/Infectious Disease

Everything You Need To Know About COVID-19 Variants

Just like the flu, COVID-19 will continue to evolve every year

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January 15, 2024/Infectious Disease

Prepping for Flurona: When COVID-19 and the Flu Strike at the Same Time

It’s best to treat flu-like symptoms as if you have COVID-19

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December 20, 2023/Infectious Disease

How Long Does COVID-19 Last if You’re Vaccinated?

The duration varies, but symptoms can linger for a few days up to a couple weeks or more

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December 4, 2023/Infectious Disease

Which Vaccines Are Required To Travel?

Plan early — getting the right vaccines can help you stay healthy on your travels

Closeup of shingles virus presenting on shoulder of person
December 3, 2023/Infectious Disease

Is the Shingles Vaccine Worthwhile?

It’s 97% effective in preventing shingles in people between the ages of 50 and 69

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