COVID-19
Pregnancy & Parenthood
The Data Has Never Been Clearer That You Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine During Pregnancy
A new analysis sheds light on safety and benefits—for both mom and baby.
By Erica Sloan
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Yes, It’s Still Really Worth Avoiding COVID—Even If You’ve Already Had It a Few Times
This virus behaves differently in our bodies than cold and flu—and can do major long-term damage.
By Erica Sloan
Politics
Here’s Where Donald Trump Stands on 6 Essential Health Issues
Including abortion, gun violence, drug costs, and more.
By Erica Sloan
Politics
Here’s Where Kamala Harris Stands on 6 Essential Health Issues
Including reproductive rights, gun violence, medical debt, and more.
By Erica Sloan
Sports
Paralympian Lauren Steadman Had ‘Zero Expectations’ Before Winning Bronze While Managing Long COVID
For the British triathlete, “just to be on the start line was fantastic.”
By Taylor Dutch
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
What Does Competing With COVID Do to an Athlete’s Body?
Pushing through to win a medal may feel worth it in the moment. But there are real risks.
By Julie Stewart
Sports
Noah Lyles Shared He Has COVID Minutes After Winning Bronze in the 200m
The Olympian tested positive on Tuesday but never considered withdrawing from today’s race.
By Christa Sgobba, C.P.T.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
COVID Cases Are Rising Again. Here’s How to Stop It From Ruining Your Summer
Two new variants are fueling an uptick in infections, hospitalizations, and deaths.
By Katie Camero
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
3 COVID Experts on Why the CDC’s New Isolation Guidelines Are Bad for Public Health
You can still be contagious if you’re fever-free and feeling better.
By Reina Sultan
Long Covid
People Who Have Had COVID Face a Much Higher Risk of Chronic Fatigue
A new CDC study shows the virus can lead to unrelenting exhaustion—here’s why.
By Korin Miller
Health
Everyone Has COVID Right Now. Here’s When to Take a Rapid Test for the Most Accurate Results
The JN. 1 variant is upon us, and it’s making things a little confusing.
By Julia Ries Wexler
Cruel summer
Lots of Swifties Are Saying They Got COVID After the LA Eras Shows
A gentle reminder that masking up alone won’t necessarily keep you from getting sick.
By Jenna Ryu
Food
I’m a Dietitian Who Got Burned Out by Cooking. Here’s How I Learned to Love It Again
Feeding yourself may look a little different—and that’s completely okay.
By Jessica Jones, M.S., R.D., C.D.E.
Long Covid
Long COVID Is Linked to 200+ Symptoms. Here’s What We Know About the Most Common Ones.
About 65 million people in the world are now living with the often-debilitating condition.
By Julia Ries Wexler
Health news
A New COVID Variant Seems to Be Causing Pink Eye, Because of Course It Is
Symptoms of XBB.1.16—known as “Arcturus”—are fueling some confusion during allergy season.
By Korin Miller
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Some People Claim the COVID Vaccine Causes Ear-Ringing—Here’s What to Know
Thousands say they experienced tinnitus after getting the shot. But are they connected?
By Maggie O'Neill
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Experts Are Excited About a New COVID Treatment—Here’s What to Know About It
Interferon lambda, an injectable drug in development, is already being compared to Paxlovid.
By Korin Miller
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
3 Things to Do When You Get Sick With COVID…Again
Reinfected? Let’s go back to the basics for a minute.
By Julia Ries Wexler
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Paxlovid Is Super Promising. Why Aren’t More People Getting It?
Experts explain the barriers around getting it—and when access might be expanded.
By Maggie O'Neill
Long Covid
Long COVID Is Keeping So Many Young People Out of Work
It’s hard to do your job when you’re exhausted, in pain, or emotionally depleted.
By Korin Miller