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You don’t have to change holiday plans due to Omicron if you’re vaccinated, Fauci says. But don’t wait to get a booster

December 2, 2021 2:46 AM CNN Newsource

By Travis Caldwell, CNN As the first case of the Omicron variant in the US was detected on Wednesday, health officials are urging Americans not to…

You don’t have to change holiday plans due to Omicron if you’re vaccinated, Fauci says. But don’t wait to get a booster

December 2, 2021 2:21 AM CNN Newsource

By Travis Caldwell, CNN As the first case of the Omicron variant in the US was detected on Wednesday, health officials are urging Americans not to…

This strip of paper can help prevent a drug overdose

December 1, 2021 5:25 PM CNN Newsource

By Nadia Kounang, CNN It’s a little strip of paper not much longer than 2 inches, and it has the potential to prevent a drug overdose. These…

This strip of paper can help prevent a drug overdose

December 1, 2021 5:25 PM CNN Newsource

By Nadia Kounang, CNN It’s a little strip of paper not much longer than 2 inches, and it has the potential to prevent a drug overdose. These…

Even with a new variant, here’s why vaccines and boosters are still the best solution

December 1, 2021 5:16 PM CNN Newsource

By Jen Christensen, CNN Doctors don’t know yet exactly how well the current Covid-19 vaccines protect people against the new Omicron variant…

Las Cruces Walmart store to temporarily close due to Covid-19 outbreak

December 1, 2021 1:16 PM Jim Parker

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Walmart store in Las Cruces is temporarily closing down after a Covid-19 outbreak. A Walmart spokesperson said…

1st case of Omicron Covid-19 variant confirmed in U.S.

December 1, 2021 12:17 PM ABC News, CNN

SAN FRANCISCO, California — The first case of the omicron variant in the U.S. has been identified in California, the California and San Francisco…

First confirmed US case of Omicron coronavirus variant detected in California

December 1, 2021 12:08 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacqueline Howard, Kaitlan Collins and Betsy Klein, CNN The United States’ first confirmed case of the Omicron coronavirus variant has been…

Even with a new variant, here’s why vaccines and boosters are still the best solution

December 1, 2021 11:45 AM CNN Newsource

By Jen Christensen, CNN Doctors don’t know yet exactly how well the current Covid-19 vaccines protect people against the new Omicron variant…

As HIV cases rise globally, it’s more important than ever to keep yourself safe. Experts explain what to do

December 1, 2021 7:36 AM CNN Newsource

By Megan Marples, CNN As we mark World AIDS Day today, a wave of HIV cases makes it more important than ever to protect yourself from contracting the…

10 tips on how to find your ‘sweet spot’ for self-care

December 1, 2021 3:21 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN One of the top trends this year is towards self-care, loosely defined as focusing on your own health and wellness in a…

Antiperspirant recall: What the finding of a cancer-causing chemical means for you

December 1, 2021 2:05 AM CNN Newsource

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Benzene, a known cancer-causing chemical, was found in over half of 108 batches of antiperspirant and deodorant body sprays…

As officials prep for Omicron, US hospitals are still battling severe Delta variant infections

December 1, 2021 1:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Travis Caldwell, CNN While researchers gather more information on the Omicron variant detected in at least 20 countries and territories, the…

As officials prep for Omicron, US hospitals are still battling severe Delta variant infections

December 1, 2021 1:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Travis Caldwell, CNN While researchers gather more information on the Omicron variant detected in at least 20 countries and territories, the…

Short staffing said to be creating overcrowding at El Paso hospitals amid Covid spike

November 30, 2021 12:03 PM Dylan McKim

EL PASO, Texas — A prominent local doctor says short staffing at El Paso hospitals is contributing to overcrowding and delays as the city is in the…

All Las Cruces hospitals and a clinic are offering monoclonal antibody infusion for Covid-19

November 30, 2021 12:04 PM Kate Bieri

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – Las Cruces patients suffering from Covid-19 don’t have to drive to El Paso for monoclonal antibody infusion treatment.…

Federal judge blocks Biden’s vaccine mandate for health workers nationwide

November 30, 2021 6:11 PM CNN

WASHINGTON, DC — The Biden administration has suffered three major court losses since Monday morning, with orders freezing key federal…

US panel backs first-of-a-kind COVID-19 pill from Merck

November 30, 2021 7:10 AM Associated Press

By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health advisers have endorsed an antiviral drug from Merck to treat COVID-19. It sets…

How worried should we be about Omicron, the new coronavirus variant?

November 30, 2021 5:23 PM CNN Newsource

By Katia Hetter, CNN Since South African authorities announced the arrival of a new coronavirus variant that contains an unusually large number of…

How worried should we be about Omicron, the new coronavirus variant?

November 30, 2021 5:23 PM CNN Newsource

By Katia Hetter, CNN Since South African authorities announced the arrival of a new coronavirus variant that contains an unusually large number of…

FDA advisers vote to recommend authorization of a pill to treat Covid-19

November 30, 2021 3:37 PM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox and Jen Christensen, CNN Advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration voted 13-10 Tuesday to recommend emergency use authorization…

FDA advisers vote to recommend authorization of a pill to treat Covid-19

November 30, 2021 3:31 PM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox and Jen Christensen, CNN Advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration voted 13-10 Tuesday to recommend emergency use authorization…

Dr. Oz announces bid for US Senate seat in Pennsylvania

November 30, 2021 12:40 PM CNN Newsource

By Michael Warren, CNN Dr. Mehmet Oz, a cardiothoracic surgeon and television personality, is running for the US Senate in Pennsylvania as a…

Scientists say it will take weeks to tell how dangerous Omicron really is. Here’s why

November 30, 2021 12:03 PM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN As soon as South Africa announced the spread of a new and troubling variant last week, scientists went to work. By the time the…

Mexico to reverse course, give COVID-19 booster shots

November 30, 2021 11:35 AM Associated Press

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican officials have reversed their previous position against giving coronavirus booster shots and are studying a plan to…

‘Just take it day to day’: El Paso mom who gave birth at 23 weeks shares her son’s inspiring story

November 30, 2021 5:58 AM Brianna Chavez

EL PASO, Texas — One in 10 babies are born premature in the U.S and can face long term health problems like lung disease or hearing loss to name a…

Omicron vs. Delta: More mutations don’t necessarily make a meaner Covid-19 virus

November 30, 2021 5:19 AM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Fox, CNN The new Omicron variant of coronavirus, with its many mutations and seemingly quick spread in South Africa, is worrying scientists…