Health/Fitness
UK Faces Calls for 'Plan B' with Virus Cases High and Rising
Life has returned to normal for millions in Britain since coronavirus restrictions were lifted over the summer. But while the rules have vanished, the virus hasn't.
Why COVID Boosters Weren't Tweaked to Better Match Variants
More COVID-19 booster shots may be on the way — but when it's your turn, you'll get an extra dose of the original vaccine, not one updated to better match the extra-contagious delta variant.
Covid Testing, Turnaround Times Are Still Uneven This Far Into Pandemic
The ability to get a COVID test — and timely results — can vary widely nationwide.
6 Months to Live or Die: How Long Should an Alcoholic Liver Disease Patient Wait for a Transplant?
In the U.S., a widespread practice requires patients with alcoholic liver disease to complete a period of sobriety before they can get on the waiting list for a liver.
Vaccines, Masks? Japan Puzzling Over Sudden Virus Success
Almost overnight, Japan has become a stunning, and somewhat mysterious, coronavirus success story.
FDA Panel Endorses Lower-Dose Moderna COVID Shot for Booster
U.S. health advisers said Thursday that some Americans who received Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine at least six months ago should get a half-dose booster.
What's the Latest Advice on the Type of Mask I Should Wear?
What's the latest advice on the type of mask I should wear? It depends on your situation, but health officials say it should cover your nose and mouth, and fit snugly.
Does Coming Out Feel Like a Lonely Road? It Shouldn't.
A therapist shares his experience and tips to stay supported and healthy — not just on National Coming Out Day, but any day.
Feds OK Colorado Plan to Cover Gender-Affirming Care
Colorado will include gender confirmation care in its individual and small group health insurance plans, state and federal officials announced Tuesday.
Advice Shifting on Aspirin Use for Preventing Heart Attacks
Older adults without heart disease shouldn't take daily low-dose aspirin to prevent a first heart attack or stroke, an influential health guidelines group said in preliminary updated advice released Tuesday.
Next on FDA's Agenda: Booster Shots of Moderna, J&J Vaccines
With many Americans who got Pfizer vaccinations already rolling up their sleeves for a booster shot, millions of others who received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine wait anxiously.
Advice Shifting on Aspirin Use for Preventing Heart Attacks
Older adults without heart disease shouldn't take daily low-dose aspirin to prevent a first heart attack or stroke, an influential health guidelines group said in preliminary updated advice.
California Makes it Illegal to Remove Condom without Consent
California became the first state to prohibit "stealthing," or removing a condom without permission during intercourse, after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law Thursday.
Watch: LGBTQ+ Stigma, Addiction, and Finding Strength to Come Out
National treatment center Recovery Unplugged offers insight on the importance of acknowledging LGBTQ+ communities in substance abuse treatment.
Advocates, Lawmakers Push Hospitals To Help More With Bills
Swamped with medical bills? The hospital that treated you may be able to help.
Portugal to Stamp Out Anti-Gay Prejudice in Blood Donations
Portugal's parliament approved four bills Friday that enshrine in law the country's rules and procedures on blood donations, amid reports people are being turned away due to their sexual orientation.
Senators Seek Mental Health Guidelines For Trans Youth
Democratic senators sent a letter to leaders at the HHS calling for an establishment of "best practices" guidelines with respect to the health of transgender and gender-nonconforming youth.
Covid Immunity Through Infection or Vaccination: Are They Equal?
"We don't yet have full understanding of what the presence of antibodies tells us about immunity," says one infectious diseases expert.
Cracked Up: How Some Chiropractors Became the Voice of the Anti-Vaxxer Movement
A recent convention was organized by a profession that has become a major purveyor of vaccine misinformation during the pandemic: chiropractors.
US Health Experts Urge Flu Shots to Avoid 'Twindemic'
The U.S. is gearing up in case of a bad flu season on top of the continuing COVID-19 crisis, with a plea Thursday for Americans to get vaccinated against both.