The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday shortened the recommended isolation time for people infected with COVID-19 from 10 days to five if they are asymptomatic. CDC says the updated guidance is in keeping with growing evidence that people with the coronavirus…
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When it comes to traveling, there are many things that we need to think about. We have to plan for the time change and pack clothing accordingly. There is also a lot of uncertainty when you travel because you never know what will happen during…
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Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for Merck’s molnupiravir for the treatment of mild-to-moderate coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in adults with positive results of direct SARS-CoV-2 viral testing, and who are at high risk for progression to severe COVID-19, including hospitalization…
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On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for Pfizer’s Paxlovid, nirmatrelvir tablets, and ritonavir tablets, co-packaged for oral use, for the treatment of mild-to-moderate coronavirus disease in adults and pediatric patients, 12 years of age and older weighing 88 pounds,…
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There are certain things that we need to talk about when it comes to your health. Too many people are comfortable in the life that they are living, even when you know it is not the best thing for you. Eating takeout every single night…
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Harry Wilmerding The U.S. life expectancy dropped to its lowest level since World War II in 2020, multiple sources reported. Life expectancy fell from 78.8 years in 2019 to 77 years in 2020, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report, NBC…
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We’ve had to adjust to some pretty major life changes since Covid-19 has been on the scene, including nationwide lockdowns that felt more like something out of a sci-fi film . We’ve certainly all appreciated our freedom that bit more since shops reopened and restrictions…
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The discovery of a new coronavirus variant sent US stocks tumbling Friday as nations around the globe halt air travel, and scientists hold emergency meetings with the World Health Organization to weigh risks of the virus variant. Medical experts, including the World Health Organization, warned against any…
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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL. – Starting Saturday, Nov. 27, Hillsborough County will offer one public location for COVID-19 testing, vaccinations, booster shots, and antibody therapy treatment. The West Tampa Community Resource Center, 2103 N. Rome Ave., Tampa, FL 33607, will open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.…
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Harry Wilmerding The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Moderna and Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccines for booster shot use for adults in the U.S., the agency announced Friday, The announcement was made just two months after the FDA first rejected the White House’s plan to administer…
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