Greater exercise activity is tied to less severe COVID-19 outcomes, a study shows
A team of researchers' study suggests that COVID-19 health leaders incorporate exercise into their mitigation strategies.
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Coronavirus FAQ: Is Paxlovid the best treatment? Is it underused in the U.S.?
The drug is the most effective way to cut the risk of severe disease. It's heading to China now. Yet the drug is underused in some places. Why? And are there options if you're not a good candidate?
Guilford County Schools returns to former meal plan to curb student lunch debt
In January, Guilford County Schools (GCS) will return to the same meal plan used pre-COVID.
New telemedicine program increases access to COVID-19 treatment
North Carolina has launched a new telemedicine program designed to increase access to treatment for COVID-19.
Why vaccine hesitancy persists in China — and what they're doing about it
The reluctance of many citizens — especially the elderly — to get vaccinated is a problem for a government facing intense pressure to roll back strict COVID policies.
China struggles with COVID infections after controls ease
A rash of COVID-19 cases were reported by social media users on Friday in areas across China although it wasn't clear how far above the official figure the total cases may be.
The FDA clears updated COVID-19 vaccines for kids under age 5
The decision aims to better protect the littlest kids amid an uptick in COVID-19 cases around the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expected to sign off soon.
Vaccine misinformation continues as flu season hits
The return of flu season has also meant the return of vaccine misinformation.
When COVID closed India, these women opened their hearts — and wallets
Sangeeta Siwan lost her job and wasn't able to pay rent or feed her family. Her neighbors helped her survive. A study of giving in India during the pandemic shows she wasn't alone.
Thanks to the 'tripledemic,' it can be hard to find kids' fever-reducing medicines
Makers of products like Children's Tylenol say they're trying to keep up with big demand as RSV, flu, and COVID spread. But medical experts note that kids' fevers don't always call for medicine.