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Could Putting Neosporin in Your Nose Fend Off COVID?
People may someday have a surprisingly familiar tool to prevent viral infections: one of the antibiotics found in a common ointment
Could Putting Neosporin in Your Nose Fend Off COVID?
People may someday have a surprisingly familiar tool to prevent viral infections: one of the antibiotics found in a common ointment
A Fight About Viruses in the Air Is Finally Over. Now It’s Time for Healthy Venting
WHO now admits the COVID virus and other germs spread “through the air.” This plain language may help improve research and action to fight disease
Longest-Ever COVID Infection Lasted More Than 600 Days
A Dutch man with lymphoma and other blood disorders was infected with the COVID-causing virus for nearly two years, during which time the pathogen evolved numerous mutations
COVID, Flu and RSV Vaccines Are Lifesavers. Why Aren’t More Older Adults Getting Them?
We need to do more to ensure older adults—including those living in long-term care facilities—are up to date on recommended vaccines
Paxlovid COVID Treatment Is Most Beneficial for Unvaccinated People with Risk Factors. Others May Not Need It
A recent study suggests that Paxlovid is ineffective at treating symptoms in people with mild illness or those who have been fully vaccinated. It is still a lifesaving medication in vulnerable groups
COVID Vaccination during Pregnancy Protects Newborn Babies
Studies show that vaccination against COVID during pregnancy provides a powerful safeguard for vulnerable infants too young to receive the vaccine on their own
Florida’s Surgeon General Shows the Danger of Politicizing Medicine
Florida state surgeon general Joseph Ladapo’s rejection of evidence-based policy stems from political rather than scientific motivations and puts innocent people at risk
Why People Aged 65 and Older Should Get a Spring COVID Vaccine
Older people are particularly vulnerable to COVID and should get another vaccine against the disease this spring, doctors say
Should You Swab Your Throat plus Your Nose for COVID?
Nose-plus-throat swabbing for COVID could increase test accuracy—but could create problems, too
COVID Rapid Tests Reliably Detect New Variants
Researchers who “test the tests” say that COVID rapid tests have kept up with new variants
People with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome May Have an “Exhausted” Immune System
A long-awaited study of people with ME/CFS revealed differences in their immune and nervous system. The findings may offer clues about long COVID
How Risky Are Repeat COVID Infections? What We Know So Far
Four years into the pandemic, many people have had COVID more than once—but the health consequences of repeat infections are not yet clear