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What to do if you test positive for Covid-19 now

Wed, 18 May 2022 11:16:33 GMT

Covid-19 infections are on the rise, with most US states reporting an increase in cases. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the highly contagious BA.2.1.21 subvariant of Omicron is now the dominant strain of coronavirus nationwide.

Prostate cancer screening is better than originally thought, especially for Black men, study says

A blood test to screen for prostate cancer may be better at doing so than experts originally thought, particularly among Black men, according to a new study.

A third of people in US should consider masking based on their Covid-19 risk, CDC director says

The head of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urges counties with high Covid-19 community levels to encourage people to mask up in public indoor settings.

What is monkeypox and its signs and symptoms?

Where did monkeypox come from, what are the signs and symptoms and how worried should you be? Here's what we know.

Amid the ongoing baby formula shortage, some parents are relying on donated breast milk from other moms. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports on why the American Academy of Pediatrics says this isn't a good idea.

CDC and Massachusetts health officials investigating monkeypox case

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is collaborating with Massachusetts health officials on an investigation into a case of monkeypox, the agency said Wednesday in a statement.

CDC's independent vaccine advisers will meet to discuss Covid-19 boosters for kids

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's independent Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) will meet Thursday to discuss updates on Covid-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness for children ages 5-11 years, CDC guidance on boosters for that age group and the framework for that booster dose.

Study identifies potential biomarker for SIDS, but a test for it is a long way off

Fri, 13 May 2022 18:48:10 GMT

Australian researchers say they've identified one potential biomarker for sudden infant death syndrome, known as SIDS, but experts caution that it's just one piece of the puzzle.

Ukrainians seeking shelter in US must have TB screenings and certain vaccinations

The United States is preparing to welcome more displaced Ukrainians now that the Biden administration has approved the first group to enter through the new Uniting for Ukraine program. Ukrainians began arriving through the program this month.

What to do if you test positive for Covid-19 now

Covid-19 infections are on the rise, with most US states reporting an increase in cases. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the highly contagious BA.2.1.21 subvariant of Omicron is now the dominant strain of coronavirus nationwide.

What you should know to master portion control, according to an expert

Ultraprocessed foods and beverages are being sold in sizes up to five times larger than when they were first introduced, according to a recent study. Here are expert tips to help you downsize your portions and improve your health.

2 children hospitalized in Memphis because their specialty formula is out of stock

A doctor at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, says he admitted two young patients -- a toddler and a preschooler -- because the specialty formula they need is out of stock and they haven't been able to tolerate any replacements.

CDC signs off on boosters for 5-11-year-olds

The CDC signed off on boosters for 5- to 11-year-olds following the independent vaccine advisers recommendation that the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine provided more benefit than harm, which the US Food and Drug Administration authorized earlier this week.

States prepare for summer launch of new 988 suicide prevention number

Tue, 17 May 2022 19:34:15 GMT

This summer, every state will be rolling out 988 as the new National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number to call for mental health crises -- similar to how people can call 911 for medical emergencies.

What you should know to master portion control

Wed, 18 May 2022 08:17:16 GMT

Portion sizes of some of your favorite foods have been getting bigger and bigger.

Covid-19 wastewater surveillance is promising tool, but critical challenges remain

Covid-19 surveillance is at a crossroads in the United States. With at-home tests now outnumbering those done in laboratories, official case counts are more incomplete than ever as the nation -- and world -- faces down increasingly transmissible coronavirus variants.

Solar Orbiter reveals a never-before-seen look at our sun

Wed, 18 May 2022 16:14:06 GMT

The Solar Orbiter mission's first close pass of the sun in March has revealed our star in a new light.

By monitoring sewage through a process called wastewater surveillance, experts are able to identify new strains of Covid-19 and create an early warning system for new surges ahead of traditional testing.

CDC monitors 6 people in US for possible rare monkeypox, says public 'should not be concerned'

Officials at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are closely tracking recent clusters of monkeypox infections around the world -- and possible cases in the United States.

8 activewear brands you should add to your workout wardrobe

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 19:55:24 GMT

The increasing popularity of stylish, trendy athletic wear has made über-comfortable clothing something that's not just for the gym. It's infiltrated all corners of culture, from high fashion runways to the offices of Silicon Valley executives — and really, it's appropriate for any occasion when you just want to be comfortable.

Your guide to finding the right Theragun massage gun for you

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 19:25:05 GMT

How to become more grateful, and why that will make you happier

Thu, 19 May 2022 08:43:28 GMT

If you really think about it, so many of us should be in a perpetual state of gratitude.

What you can and can't do to get through the infant formula shortage, according to experts

Wed, 11 May 2022 23:15:56 GMT

Misinformation about how families can get through the infant formula shortage is fueling concern among pediatricians like Dr. Tanya Altmann.

How to become more grateful, and why that will make you happier, healthier and more resilient

There are easy ways to increase our levels of daily gratitude, and good mental and physical health reasons to do so.

Desperate families turn to hospitals when their hunt for formula comes up dry

Three-year-old Alexis Tyler survives on Gerber Lil Crunchies cheese puffs and the chocolate flavor of a specialty nutritional formula called Neocate. Her mother hasn't been able to buy that formula for her since March.

Long Covid symptoms in older Americans are often difficult to recognize, experts say

Nearly 18 months after getting covid-19 and spending weeks in the hospital, Terry Bell struggles with hanging up his shirts and pants after doing the laundry.

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Studies show that gardening can help you lead a longer, healthier life. Learn how to get your first garden started using these tips from CNN meteorologist Derek Van Dam.

Overwhelmed health departments are hard-pressed to spend Covid cash for underserved

Mon, 16 May 2022 10:24:54 GMT

The Biden administration in March 2021 announced it was investing $2.25 billion to address covid health disparities, the largest federal funding initiative designed specifically to help underserved communities hardest hit by the virus.