FDA approves diabetes drug to help people keep the pounds off
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved an injectable diabetes drug for long-term weight control. “This under-the-skin injection is…
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The slowing Covid-19 vaccination rate is worrying experts. Here’s what some states are doing to change the trend
As the US may miss a vaccination goal set by President Joe Biden for July 4, officials are warning against complacency and states are ramping up…
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No new El Paso Covid-19 deaths for 3rd straight day
EL PASO, Texas — For the third day in a row on Saturday, El Paso public health leaders said there were no new deaths to report stemming from…
Continue Reading 40 years ago, the first cases of AIDS were reported in the US
On June 5, 1981, a curious report appeared in the Center for Disease Control’s weekly public health digest: Five young, gay men across Los…
Continue Reading Caught in a ‘pickle,’ millions of Americans might not have had an adequate response to the Covid-19 vaccine
It was a beautiful March afternoon, and as June Tatelman walked her dog in her Boston neighborhood, she was flying high. Tatelman had recently…
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Your skin on stress: Pimples, wrinkles, dullness and more
Your skin on stress is not a pretty sight. Stress hormones such as cortisol can trigger breakouts, dull skin, accelerate aging and exasperate skin…
Continue Reading A rise in adolescent hospitalization rates is a reminder that children can suffer from the virus too, expert says
A recent increase in Covid-19 hospitalizations among adolescents reinforces the importance of getting vaccinated and practicing prevention measures…
Continue Reading Mexico to vaccinate border cities in hopes of lifting U.S. crossing restrictions
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Mexico — Mexico announced Friday a plan to vaccinate border cities against Covid-19 in the hopes of ending crossing restrictions…
Continue Reading Tired? Improve sleep by exercising, using these expert-backed tips
It was hard to get enough sleep before the coronavirus pandemic. Sleep problems actually “constitute a global epidemic that threatens health…
Continue Reading Caught in a ‘pickle,’ tens of millions of Americans might not have had an adequate response to the Covid-19 vaccine
It was a beautiful March afternoon, and as June Tatelman walked her dog in her Boston neighborhood, she was flying high. Tatelman had recently…
Continue Reading Rise in child hospitalization rates highlights importance of Covid-19 vaccination, CDC says
A recent increase in Covid-19 hospitalizations among adolescents reinforces the importance of getting vaccinated as well as practicing prevention…
Continue Reading How exercising can affect sleep
It was hard to get enough sleep before the coronavirus pandemic. Sleep problems actually “constitute a global epidemic that threatens health…
Continue Reading Californians can soon go maskless at work — if every worker in a room is fully vaccinated, safety board says
California workers will no longer be required to wear face masks in the workplace, as long as all employees in a single room are fully vaccinated…
Continue Reading States that fall well below vaccinating 70% of adults are ‘sitting ducks’ for an outbreak, expert warns
The US is pushing to have 70% of adults get at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine by July 4, but an expert said that number is important to reach…
Continue Reading Covid-19 cases are falling, but experts say kids should still get a vaccine when they can. Here’s why
As a pediatric infectious disease specialist, Dr. Amy Edwards has fielded a lot of questions from worried parents during the pandemic. As case…
Continue Reading Biden administration faces uphill battle to meet its July 4 vaccination goal
The United States faces an uphill battle to meet President Joe Biden’s goal of vaccinating 70% of adults with at least one dose of Covid-19…
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El Paso expert says if virus keeps spreading, booster shots may be needed
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As more Americans get the Covid-19 vaccine, the race to research booster shots continues. Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson &…
Continue Reading Trapped by your own thoughts? Here are 5 ways to free yourself
You stare at your bedroom ceiling, willing yourself to go to sleep. Thoughts race through your head, holding your mind hostage. Or you ruminate on…
Continue Reading 5 steps to free your mind from overthinking
You stare at your bedroom ceiling, willing yourself to go to sleep. Thoughts race through your head, holding your mind hostage. Or you ruminate on…
Continue Reading Average daily pace of newly administered Covid-19 vaccines falls below 1 million, CDC data shows
The seven-day average of newly administered doses of the Covid-19 vaccine has fallen below 1 million per day for the first time since January,…
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El Paso, other border counties lead Covid-19 vaccination efforts across Texas
EL PASO, Texas — Texas counties on the U.S.-Mexico border that once dealt with the brunt of the load of Covid-19 are now outpacing the state…
Continue Reading Dr. Anthony Fauci says publicly released email about lab leak is being misconstrued
In an interview with CNN on Thursday, Dr. Anthony Fauci said that an email he received last year from an executive at the US-based EcoHealth Alliance…
Continue Reading Realtor groups ask U.S. Supreme Court to block CDC’s eviction moratorium
WASHINGTON, DC — A coalition of Realtor groups asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday night to block the Centers for Disease Control and…
Continue Reading Dr. Fauci says he’s cautiously optimistic US will be able to vaccinate children under 12 by Thanksgiving
Dr. Anthony Fauci is “cautiously optimistic” that children younger than 12 will be eligible to get a Covid-19 vaccine by Thanksgiving, he…
Continue Reading In one swing state, 2016 election was linked with increased risk of irregular heartbeat, study says
There’s little doubt the 2016 election was stressful. Now a team in North Carolina say they have evidence the tumultuous campaign may have…
Continue Reading Benefits of avocados: 4 ways they are good for your health
Avocados have become an increasingly popular food in recent years, with people blending the creamy fruit in their smoothies or slicing it to layer on…
Continue Reading MERS Fast Facts
Here’s some background information about MERS, or Middle East respiratory syndrome. MERS is a viral respiratory illness brought on by Middle…
Continue Reading Going for your annual checkup? Dr. Wen explains what health issues to pay attention to
Many people have been putting off routine medical care during the Covid-19 pandemic. Now that many US adults are vaccinated and the rate of new…
Continue Reading Thousands of emails from and to Fauci during the pandemic’s early days were published: Here’s what they show about him
Dr. Anthony Fauci was a regular on American televisions as the pandemic unfolded across the country and millions looked to the leading expert for…
Continue Reading White House unveils global vaccine sharing program; 75% of excess doses go to international alliance
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is unveiling President Joe Biden’s plans to share Covid-19 vaccines with the world, including directing 75% of…
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