Health

Mexico Health Regulator Authorizes Cuba's COVID Vaccine for Emergency Use as Baja California Sur Becomes Country's Epicenter of Coronavirus

White House Defends CDC's Isolation Guidance, Says the Omicron Variant Tend to Cause Severe Illness Less Often

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a new isolation guideline amid the Omicron variant that is currently driving a spike in new COVID cases, which was defended by the White House.

Cruise With COVID-19 Outbreak Disembarks in Northern Mexico After Country Announces Acceptance of Ships with Positive Cases

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A cruise ship with a COVID-19 outbreak was allowed by Mexico to dock and disembark tourists after a promise from the Mexican government to keep the country open to these vessels as long as they follow sanitary precautions.

Pres. Joe Biden Stays at Delaware Beach Home With No Public Events as Omicron COVID Variant Continues to Surge

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

President Joe Biden has been staying at his Delaware beach house Tuesday with no public events as the Omicron variant continues to ravage the country.

NBA Shortens Quarantine Requirement for Vaccinated Players From 10 Days to 6 Following New CDC Guidelines for Asymptomatic Cases

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The NBA revised its quarantine process for COVID-vaccinated players, coaches, and officials, who will now be permitted to return to work as quickly as six days.

CDC Shortens Quarantine Period to Five Days As Long as Person Does Not Have Any Symptoms

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a new quarantine guideline to the public, noting that people who test positive for COVID only need to isolate for five days, provided that they do not show any symptoms.

Pfizer's COVID Pill Could Have Risky Effects When Used With Other Drugs; FDA Restricts Merck's COVID Pill Use to Adults and Scenarios Where Other Treatments Are Not Available

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Pfizer's COVID pill Paxlovid was found to cause severe life-threatening effects when mixed with certain medications such as blood thinners, statins, and some antidepressants.

Anthony Fauci Says Taking Face Masks off on Airplanes Should Not Be Considered After Airline CEOs Say Masks 'Don't Add Much' Protection on Flights

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Dr. Anthony Fauci on Sunday said the idea of taking the masks off on airplanes should not be considered.

CDC Recommends Shorter COVID Isolation Period for Health Care Workers Amid Omicron Variant

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has shortened the COVID isolation period for health care workers who have been infected with COVID amid the rising Omicron variant concerns.

Army Announces Development of COVID Vaccine That Fights Against All COVID Variants

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The United States Army has developed a COVID vaccine that may provide protection against all COVID variants, with the vaccine already completed phase 1 trials.

DOJ Says Thousands of Prisoners Released on Home Confinement Over COVID Concerns Don’t Have to Return to Prison

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The DOJ said the prisoners released on home confinement over COVID-19 concerns will not have to return to prison when the health emergency ends.

First Omicron Variant Death Reported in Texas; Patient Was Unvaccinated Who Previously Caught COVID

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Texas has reported the first omicron variant death in the country, with the patient being an unvaccinated man in his 50s with underlying health conditions.

COVID Becomes the No. 1 Cop Killer in Florida: More Police Officers Died From Virus Than Gunfire in Last 2 Years

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

COVID-19 is now considered the number one cop killer in Florida, causing more than 85 percent of police fatalities in the state.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Gives a Gist of Pres. Joe Biden's Omicron Speech on Tuesday; Says He Will Push for Vaccinations

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki gives a preview of what President Joe Biden will talk about in his Omicron speech on Tuesday.

Dr. Anthony Fauci Warns of Another Wave of COVID Infections as Holiday Travel Season Begins Amid Omicron Threat

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Dr. Anthony Fauci warned about an increased risk of COVID due to holiday travel as the highly contagious Omicron variant wreaks havoc around the globe.

CDC Advises People Not to Get J&J COVID Vaccine if Pfizer, Moderna Are Available

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday had preferred Pfizer's and Moderna's COVID vaccines over Johnson & Johnson's shot for adults after finding a rare blot condition following vaccination with J&J shots.

3 Exciting New Ways To Achieve Fitness Goals

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Many individuals fantasise about having a shaped figure by eating unhealthy food and watching Netflix all day. That, however, is not going to happen.

Needle-Free COVID Vaccine Starts Trial; New Development Could Ensure Protection Against Future COVID Variants

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A new needle-free COVID vaccine has started its trial and is seen to provide protection against future COVID variants.

The Perfect Smile Makeover: Tips for Choosing the Right Dentist

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Can you still remember when you first entered a dental clinic as a child when scheduled for a dental check-up? And how would your dentist repeatedly remind you to brush your teeth three times a day? Going for dental check-ups is a luxury for some people, so you are lucky enough to have your teeth and your overall oral hygiene well taken care of.