Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUpdated VaccinesKeeping CurrentWhat Up to Date MeansFinding COVID VaccinesNext in COVID-19 Booster Shot GuideHere’s Why You Need a COVID-19 Booster Shot Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Updated Vaccines Keeping Current What Up to Date Means Finding COVID Vaccines Next in COVID-19 Booster Shot Guide For most people, the updated COVID-19 vaccine for the 2024-2025 season requires just one shot.These vaccines target the KP....

Key TakeawaysTesting, treatment, and recovery for COVID-19 patients vary widely across the U.S.The pandemic laid bare existing disparities in healthcare access and treatment.While treatment regimens are underway for FDA approval, the best protection against COVID-19 include social distancing, wearing a mask, and quarantining at home. Key Takeaways Testing, treatment, and recovery for COVID-19 patients vary widely across the U.S.The pandemic laid bare existing disparities in healthcare access and treatment.While treatment regimens are underway for FDA approval, the best protection against COVID-19 include social distancing, wearing a mask, and quarantining at home....

Key TakeawaysCOVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths are declining in the U.S. and worldwide.It’s unclear what is driving the trend, but experts say vaccinations likely play a key role.Experts say to remain cautious of the virus, as the spread of new variants and changing social behaviors could cause another spike, especially among under-vaccinated communities. Key Takeaways COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths are declining in the U.S. and worldwide.It’s unclear what is driving the trend, but experts say vaccinations likely play a key role....

Key TakeawaysEurope and Central Asia are again at the epicenter of the pandemic, now accounting for 59% of COVID-19 cases and 48% deaths globally.The WHO said low vaccination rates and relaxing of social distancing measures contribute to the surges.To avoid a similar resurgence in the United States, experts encourage vaccinations, masking around vulnerable people, and getting tested after potential exposure. Key Takeaways Europe and Central Asia are again at the epicenter of the pandemic, now accounting for 59% of COVID-19 cases and 48% deaths globally....

Key TakeawaysA new study has linked an increase in home cleaning and disinfecting amid the COVID-19 pandemic to worsening asthma symptoms.The researchers theorize that volatile organic compounds in cleaning products are likely the cause of respiratory irritation in people with asthma.While it’s not clear whether COVID-19 can be spread on surfaces, face masks, handwashing, and social distancing continue to be the most effective defenses against the virus. Key Takeaways A new study has linked an increase in home cleaning and disinfecting amid the COVID-19 pandemic to worsening asthma symptoms....

Key TakeawaysResearch shows many children and adults may be behind on routine immunizations because of the pandemic. Stay-at-home orders and healthcare staffing shortages have likely contributed to a decline in vaccinations.Routine vaccination rates continue to lag behind pre-pandemic levels, so researchers worry people aren’t catching up on their shots.If you aren’t sure if you or your child have missed a vaccine, consult your healthcare provider. Key Takeaways Research shows many children and adults may be behind on routine immunizations because of the pandemic....

Key TakeawaysA research study found that nursing homes with the highest proportion of non-White residents experienced 3.3 times more COVID-19 deaths than predominantly White nursing homes.Some factors driving these racial disparities include the size of nursing home facilities and the prevalence of COVID-19 in the neighboring community. Key Takeaways A research study found that nursing homes with the highest proportion of non-White residents experienced 3.3 times more COVID-19 deaths than predominantly White nursing homes....

Key TakeawaysA poll from the American College of Emergency Physicians shows nearly all emergency physicians are more stressed and 70% are experiencing professional burnout due to COVID-19.Fear of stigma and professional consequences prevents many doctors from seeking mental health help.More funding, staff, resources, and general awareness are necessary to normalize making mental health a priority among doctors. Key Takeaways A poll from the American College of Emergency Physicians shows nearly all emergency physicians are more stressed and 70% are experiencing professional burnout due to COVID-19....

UPDATEThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new eviction moratorium on August 3 that will last until October 3. This comes after a previous halt on evictions was allowed to lapse on August 1. UPDATE The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new eviction moratorium on August 3 that will last until October 3. This comes after a previous halt on evictions was allowed to lapse on August 1....

Key TakeawaysIn some states, COVID-19 vaccine rollouts did not prioritize people with some rare diseases.Not having enough information about how COVID-19 may impact someone’s rare disease can affect people’s mental health.Rare Disease Day (February 28) raises awareness for the challenges people who live with rare diseases face. Key Takeaways In some states, COVID-19 vaccine rollouts did not prioritize people with some rare diseases.Not having enough information about how COVID-19 may impact someone’s rare disease can affect people’s mental health....

Key TakeawaysTwo preliminary studies show that the body’s immune response to COVID-19 likely lasts up to a year after infection.Vaccination appears to greatly increase immunity in people who received their shots after they had been infected with COVID-19. Key Takeaways Two preliminary studies show that the body’s immune response to COVID-19 likely lasts up to a year after infection.Vaccination appears to greatly increase immunity in people who received their shots after they had been infected with COVID-19....

Key TakeawaysPeople who have had COVID-19 are at higher risk of certain brain conditions such as brain fog, psychosis, seizures, dementia, and epilepsy up to two years after infection.Researchers said people who got sick with COVID-19 weren’t at an increased risk of developing mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression, over the long term.The large-scale study indicates that people who had COVID-19 may need support for neurologic conditions long after their acute illness....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEye Pain as COVID SymptomLong COVID and Eye PainTreatmentWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Eye Pain as COVID Symptom Long COVID and Eye Pain Treatment When to Seek Medical Care Many symptoms ofCOVID-19have surfaced in the years since cases of the SARS-CoV-2 virus surfaced in late 2019. Although respiratory symptoms have received the most attention throughout the pandemic, eye pain is also a common complaint....