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The Latest COVID Situation in the United States

According to the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC), as of June 2022, nearly 259 million people, or 83% of the population, have now received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccination. As a result, hospitalization and death rates are dropping across the country. Still, cases are increasing, with a daily average of over 100,000 new infections — nearly five times higher than the average number of cases this time last year.
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Is there a link between meningitis and COVID-19: What research says

Doctors rarely report cases of meningitis associated with COVID-19. Experts are still trying to understand the link between meningitis and COVID-19. Meningitis is a potentially life threatening condition. It involves inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord, which comprise the central nervous system (CNS). So far, no research shows that individuals are more likely to develop COVID-19 or become seriously ill if they have had prior meningitis. While
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COVID-19, long COVID, and GERD: Is there a link?

Some people report developing symptoms of GERD, such as heartburn, during or after having COVID-19. However, no studies have investigated the potential relationship between the two conditions. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing frequent heartburn, regurgitation, or pain. It is possible that COVID-19 may contribute to GERD because it can cause digestive symptoms. At present, though, it is unclear if there is any direct link. Howe
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Conjunctivitis and COVID-19: Is it an early symptom?

According to some reports, conjunctivitis is an uncommon COVID-19 symptom, affecting between 0.8 and 31.6% of people who test positive. Sometimes, conjunctivitis is the only sign of COVID-19, but it can also occur alongside others, such as fever or cough. The statistic above comes from a 2022 case control study. Conjunctivitis involves inflammation of the transparent tissue covering the white of the eye, or the conjunctiva. Other names for the condition include red eye or pink eye. Most cases of
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COVID-19 rash in adults: Pictures and how long it lasts

Although COVID-19 is a respiratory disease, it can also cause rashes. What a COVID-19 rash looks like can vary, and it can occur anywhere on the skin and in the mouth. Other include fever, fatigue, cough, and shortness of breath. However, not everyone experiences all of these. For some, a rash may be one of the only symptoms. Experts are unsure how common rashes are in adults with COVID-19. A 2020 study of over 2,000 individuals estimated that skin symptoms affect around 1% of those with the dis
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COVID and HIV: The link, vaccines, and more

COVID-19 is a potentially serious disease that can cause severe illness in some individuals. Therefore, people living with HIV, particularly those who are older or have lower CD4 counts, should take extra precautions to protect themselves from contracting SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes the disease. HIV destroys white blood cells that help fight infections. People with HIV, particularly those without appropriate strategies to control the virus, have an increased risk of developing all types of
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Does the COVID-19 vaccine weaken the immune system? What to know

It is a myth that the COVID-19 vaccine weakens the immune system. After someone receives a vaccine, their immune system is better equipped to protect against subsequent infections. Although there are slight differences in the ways that the various COVID-19 vaccines work, they all follow the same principle. They help the body create immunity, or resistance, to SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — by mimicking an infection. The immune system then remembers how to fight that infection in t
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How long does the COVID-19 vaccine last? AstraZeneca, Moderna, more

All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Visit our coronavirus hub for the most recent information on COVID-19.

Read on to learn about the protection each vaccine type provides, when boosters are necessary, and more.

Although experts are confident that vaccines are effective, they are unsure exactly how long they provide protection. Figures vary depending on the type of vaccine a person gets, but most research
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COVID arm: Symptoms, why it happens, duration, and treatment

Pain, swelling, and a rash at the injection site are common reactions to Covid-19 vaccines. Less commonly, someone may develop “COVID arm,” an exaggerated skin reaction to the vaccine. COVID arm is an uncomfortable and harmless reaction that some people have to the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines. It causes a red or discolored rash, often covering a large area of skin at the vaccination site. It typically occurs around 1 week or more after vaccination and lasts 2 or 3 weeks. This a
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COVID-19 natural immunity: What it is, vaccine immunity, and more

People can develop temporary natural immunity after recovering from COVID-19. However, vaccines are the best way to train the immune system to recognize viruses. When a vaccinated person encounters SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, their immune system recognizes it. It then creates antibodies and other defenses to protect them from infection. People can also build natural immunity to a virus by recovering from an infection. However, natural immunity is not always long lasting, and anti
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Can I get a false positive rapid COVID-19 test after the vaccine?

A person can still get COVID-19 and test positive after having a vaccination or booster, but this will not be due to the vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine cannot stop a person getting the virus, but the symptoms will be less severe. At the start of the pandemic, scientists scrambled to develop vaccines for COVID-19. These preparations are based on weakened whole viruses or pieces of the virus (antigens) that stimulate immunity and protect against infection. Experts developed several effective vaccin
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US Government Agencies Endorse COVID-19 Vaccinations for Children Under 5

Infants as young as 6 months old are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine coverage. This month has seen further moves in the fight against the pandemic as health officials have authorized COVID-19 vaccines for babies and young children.

Earlier this month, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) independent vaccine advisers voted to approve authorization for Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines for children under 5. This age group represents around 18 million infants.

The va
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The Latest COVID Situation in the United States

According to the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC), as of June 2022, nearly 259 million people, or 83% of the population, have now received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccination. As a result, hospitalization and death rates are dropping across the country. Still, cases are increasing, with a daily average of over 100,000 new infections — nearly five times higher than the average number of cases this time last year.
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Everything You Need to Know About Post-COVID Conditions

Although COVID-19 is a potentially serious and life-threatening disease, the vast majority of people recover from infections relatively quickly. However, some individuals experience complications and side effects that can last weeks or even months after the initial illness.

Someone may be described as having post-Covid syndrome — also known as long Covid — if they have lingering health effects that persist for more than a month after the original infection. Although older adults and individuals
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Shoulder pain after the COVID vaccine: What to know

Some people experience shoulder pain after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccinations of all types can cause redness, swelling, and pain. These are normal reactions to vaccinations. They are part of the body’s natural process of building immunity. In some cases, people experience pain if a healthcare professional incorrectly injects the vaccine into the shoulder. This can cause inflammation that can be painful and decrease the shoulder’s range of motion. Read more to learn about what type of s
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COVID-19 vaccine boosters: Knowns and unknowns

There are growing concerns that COVID-19 vaccines do not offer sufficient protection against new variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Israel has already started to offer booster shots of the Pfizer vaccine to at-risk adults, and the United States is in talks with Pfizer about introducing these shots for the most vulnerable. There has been talk of a third dose for some COVID-19 vaccines. Why might vaccine boosters be necessary, and what are the questions researchers are yet to answer about them? Ima
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Hay fever cough or COVID-19? Experts explain how the symptoms differ

More than a quarter of the British population suffers from hay fever each year, and if you're one of the unlucky ones you will be familiar with the usual symptoms of seasonal allergies. But how do you tell the difference between a hay fever cough and coronavirus symptoms?

Following a spike in allergy sufferers contacting family doctors for advice, GPs are urging people with hay fever not to confuse their symptoms with COVID-19. For peace of mind, we outline the difference between a hay fever co
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COVID-19: The role of stigmatization in India

A Kashmiri Muslim girl is silhouetted as a health official uses a nasal swab to collect a sample to conduct tests for coronavirus. Yawar Nazir/Getty Images
• A new study argues that the widespread stigmatization of people who contract the virus, marginalized racial and ethnic groups, healthcare workers, and police is making the COVID-19 pandemic in India even worse.
• People who are afraid of being attacked are going without medical treatment rather than choosing to expose themselves to the stig
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Aspirin may reduce deaths in severe COVID-19


• Many people who are hospitalized with COVID-19 have excessive blood clotting, which can be fatal.
• A pilot study of hospitalized patients suggests that a low dose of the anticoagulant aspirin could reduce the need for mechanical ventilation and admission to intensive care, as well as the risk of dying.
• A larger clinical study will be necessary to confirm the findings.

Early in the pandemic, research showed that almost one-third of people with COVID-19 in intensive care experienced potenti
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COVID-19: Is the B.1.1.7 variant more lethal?


• A new variant of SARS-CoV-2, which is the virus that causes COVID-19, was first detected in the United Kingdom in September 2020.
• The variant, called B.1.1.7, is known to spread more easily than older variants of the virus.
• A new study adds to evidence that B.1.1.7 is also more deadly than previous variants.
• Compared with older variants, the new variant caused around 64% more deaths in pairs of individuals matched for factors such as age, gender, and ethnicity.

In early September 2020,
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What is the link between COVID-19 and kidney health?

A large proportion of people with COVID-19, particularly severe COVID-19, develop acute kidney injury (AKI). In this feature, we review the existing research on the links between COVID-19 and kidney health. We review the existing evidence on the effect that severe COVID-19 has on the kidneys. Carlos Avila Gonzalez/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Visit our cor
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COVID-19 and the brain: What do we know so far?

What do we currently know about the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on the brain? In this feature, we round up the emerging evidence. All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Visit our coronavirus hub for the most recent information on COVID-19. How does SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, affect the human brain? Recent studies have given us clues, shedding light on why COVID-19 can be so severe for some people an
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How does the COVID-19 vaccine compare with other existing vaccines?

The novelty of the COVID-19 vaccines may seem daunting for some, and it is natural for questions to arise on their effectiveness. In this feature, we examine the difference between effectiveness and efficacy, compare the COVID-19 frontrunner vaccines to other vaccines, such as the flu shot, and compare their safety considerations. All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Visit our coronavirus hub for the most re
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