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COVID-19 Vaccine
Kids Are Half as Likely to Get COVID-19 as Adults: Here’s What We Know
Growing evidence is showing that COVID-19 affects kids differently than adults.Children experience lower infection rates, accounting for less than 10 percent of cases in the United States.Infectious disease specialists say there are several factors that…
My Parents Are Vaccinated but I’m Not. Is It Safe for Us to Visit?
There’s no zero-risk activity while the virus is still circulating. But older adults who have been vaccinated should feel more confident in taking part in activities with people who are considered low-risk. For older adults…
13 COVID-19 vaccine myths
Of all the modern medical interventions we have at our disposal, few have been victim to as much falsehood as vaccines. As the world battles a pandemic, stripping the truth from the lies is more…
Learn how to tell if someone has COVID-19 or the flu here.
COVID-19 and the flu can cause similar symptoms. However, there are several differences between them. The novel strain of coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) causes coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19). Both COVID-19 and the flu are respiratory illnesses that…
How do COVID-19 vaccines compare with other existing vaccines?
The novelty of the COVID-19 vaccines may seem daunting for some, and it is natural for questions to arise on their effectiveness. In this feature, we examine the difference between effectiveness and efficacy, compare the…
Pfizer study shows vaccine effective against new variant
Scientists recently identified two new strains of SARS-CoV-2 — one of which had been discovered in the United Kingdom and the other in South Africa. A new Pfizer study concludes that its vaccine should be…
Medical myths: All about diabetes
Globally, diabetes is becoming increasingly prevalent, as are the myths and misconceptions that surround it. Here, we discuss 11 of these repeated untruths. Currently, around 1 in 10 people in the United States have diabetes.…
Everything you need to know about plant based diets
A plant based diet is one that focuses on only or mostly foods from plant sources. This way of eating may have benefits for both a person’s health and the planet. In this article, we…
5 common myths about obesity
Although obesity is common, there are many misconceptions associated with it — and these myths often fuel social stigma. In this edition of Medical Myths, we tackle five of the most common misunderstandings about obesity.…
Coronavirus myths explored
As coronavirus continues to make the news, a host of untruths has surrounded the topic. In this Special Feature, we address some of these myths and conspiracy theories. The novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, has spread from…
