It’s Memorial Day Weekend. What’s safe to do?
As the United States marks Memorial Day Weekend and the start of summer, so many people are planning to travel to places they haven’t been in a…
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Obesity in the US Fast Facts
Here’s a look at obesity in the United States. A person is considered to be obese when he or she reaches a particular body mass index (BMI).…
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Here is a look at autism. Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) incorporates a group of neurodevelopmental disorders causing impaired…
Continue Reading Zika Virus Infection Fast Facts
Here’s a look at Zika virus, an illness spread through mosquito bites that can cause birth defects and other neurological defects. Facts…
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Interest in vaccinations increased after CDC announced new mask guidance
Data obtained exclusively by CNN shows that interest in getting vaccinated against Covid-19 increased right after Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of…
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El Paso reports 4 virus deaths, 21 new cases
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health announced four coronavirus-related deaths and 21 new cases Thursday morning. El Paso…
Continue Reading Experts say those who are not inoculated against Covid-19 shouldn’t rely on protection from those who are
The US is hitting major Covid-19 vaccination milestones, but health experts say those who are not inoculated should not rely on protection from those…
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Texas Senate approves legislation to cap cost of insulin
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Senate has approved a bill to cap the cost of insulin copays at $25. The bill would reduce and cap the cost of insulin…
Continue Reading About 120,000 US foster kids are waiting for parents. One of them is now my daughter
I adopted my daughter from foster care. It took a specialized village to help her succeed. The day our daughter toddled around a corner of her foster…
Continue Reading I adopted my daughter from foster care. It took a specialized village to help her succeed.
I adopted my daughter from foster care. It took a specialized village to help her succeed. The day our daughter toddled around a corner of her foster…
Continue Reading Diabetes Fast Facts
Here’s a look at diabetes, a disease that affects millions of people around the world. Diabetes is characterized by high levels of blood…
Continue Reading Active cases in El Paso at lowest level since last June; 3 additional virus deaths
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Health Department reported three coronavirus-related deaths and 23 new cases Wednesday morning. The county’s…
Continue Reading Despite declining cases, expert warns unvaccinated Americans are still at high risk for Covid-19
The US is hitting major Covid-19 vaccination milestones, but health experts say those who are not inoculated should not rely on protection from those…
Continue Reading Young Americans are lagging with Covid-19 vaccines. These threats have experts pushing them to get shots
Experts are turning their focus in the fight against Covid-19 to vaccinating young Americans — warning that even though they don’t face a…
Continue Reading Covid-19 vaccine isn’t linked to heart problems in young people — but doctors still worry parents will be scared to vaccinate their children
Pediatricians worry parents will misinterpret a finding by advisers to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and become scared —…
Continue Reading Moderna says its Covid-19 vaccine is safe and appears effective in adolescents
Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine is safe and appears to be effective in adolescents, the company said Tuesday. In a Phase 2/3 trial of 3,732 children…
Continue Reading U.S. reaches milestone of 50% of adults fully vaccinated for Covid
WASHINGTON, DC — The White House says the United States on Tuesday will reach 50% of American adults fully vaccinated for Covid-19. President Joe…
Continue Reading Most severe effects of MIS-C in children typically resolve within six months, new research suggests
The most severe symptoms that come with MIS-C, the rare but serious Covid-19 related condition, seem to resolve within six months after…
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Moderna says its Covid-19 shot works in kids as young as 12
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts — Moderna said Tuesday its Covid-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12, a step that could put the shot on track…
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‘Totally different situation’: El Paso County Judge concerned over Juarez vaccination rate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso is reporting several positive Covid-19 trends. Hospitalizations and the county’s positivity rate have been…
Continue Reading The pandemic made me feel more welcome in the fitness world
As an obese Black woman, I have waged my personal “battle of the bulge” for years. I even wrote “A Fat Girl Gets Naked” about…
Continue Reading Young Americans are lagging behind with Covid-19 vaccines. And these threats have experts pushing for their vaccination
Experts are turning their focus in the fight against Covid-19 to vaccinating young Americans — warning that even though they don’t face a…
Continue Reading 2/3 of El Pasoans partially vaccinated; 2 new virus deaths
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County surpassed an important vaccination milestone Tuesday. Two-thirds of eligible El Pasoans are now partially…
Continue Reading Half of US states have fully vaccinated at least 50% of adults. The impact is starting to come into focus
At least 25 states, plus Washington, DC, have now fully vaccinated at least half of their adult residents, data published Sunday by the Centers for…
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El Paso natives adopt NICU baby, need to raise $200k for medical care not covered by insurance
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Love at first sight. That’s how one El Paso native couple now living in San Antonio describes the moment they first saw their…
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Mask requirements relaxed in Las Cruces; city seeks to ‘get creative’ to use extra vaccine doses
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — On Monday afternoon, the Las Cruces City Council voted to extend the mayor’s emergency proclamation relaxing face mask…
Continue Reading Children are at increased risk of accidental poisoning from marijuana edibles, study finds
Children are at increased risk of accidental poisoning from edibles and other products made from marijuana, according to a new study analyzing calls…
Continue Reading How processed food drives diet-related diseases
As a nutritionist, I have been privy to lot of debate in the nutrition world about which foods keep us healthy and which foods actually cause…
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100% capacity now set for Chihuahuas, Locomotive games
EL PASO, Texas – Attendance for future El Paso Chihuahuas baseball games and El Paso Locomotive FC soccer matches will be allowed at 100%…
Continue Reading Children are at increased risk of accidental poisoning from edibles, study finds
Children are at increased risk of accidental poisoning from edibles and other products made from marijuana, according to a new study analyzing calls…
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