Tag: vaccines

Closeup of the manufacturing process of filling pill bottles on the mechanized assembly line.
November 20, 2023/Infectious Disease

What Pills Can You Take To Treat COVID-19?

Vaccination is best for prevention, but if you get sick with COVID-19, treatments are available

Overhead view of a person holding hot tea and flu medications.

When Flu Season Officially Starts

While it typically starts in October, vaccine effectiveness can affect its duration and severity

Elderly person receives vaccine in arm from health professional.
September 12, 2023/Infectious Disease

Is There a Vaccine for RSV? Here’s Who’s Eligible

Adults 60 or older, pregnant people and babies can get protected against the respiratory virus

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September 11, 2023/Infectious Disease

How To Talk to Someone About Vaccine Hesitancy

Embarrassing or shaming often makes people defensive, which makes change more unlikely

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Baby receiving vaccination from healthcare provider.
August 22, 2023/Children's Health

Is There a Vaccine for RSV in Children?

Babies should get the RSV immunization before their first cold and flu season

female getting a shot in arm
July 26, 2023/Women's Health

Will a COVID-19 Vaccine Throw Your Period Off?

Irregularities in cycle length and flow aren’t a cause for concern

Closeup of vials of vaccines in background with one being punctured by a vaccine needle in foreground.
July 5, 2023/Infectious Disease

How Are Vaccines Developed and How Do They Work?

They can stop an infection before it gets you sick or prevent you from becoming seriously sick

Covid mask hangs on arm of school desk, ready to be used.
May 24, 2023/Infectious Disease

No, the COVID-19 Pandemic Isn’t Over

Ending the U.S. public health emergency declaration doesn’t mean COVID-19 is gone

Monoclonal Antibodies attacking coronavirus
April 2, 2023/Infectious Disease

Can Monoclonal Antibodies Reduce Your Risk of Getting COVID-19?

Formerly used as a treatment, they’re not as effective against current strains of COVID-19

person getting sick with covid twice
January 26, 2023/Infectious Disease

Yes, You Can Get COVID-19 Twice (and Even More)

Despite what you’ve heard or hoped, no one is 100% protected

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