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3 reasons why teens and adolescents should get COVID-19 vaccines
Playdates. Sleepovers. Sports. Kids are itching to return to kid stuff. Here’s why vaccines are the way to get them there.
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Were the COVID-19 vaccines rushed? Here's how the vaccines were developed so fast
Real talk: These new COVID-19 vaccines were created in record time. Some people are skeptical that the vaccines didn’t go through the normal approval process or that manufacturers cut corners. Find out how the vaccines were developed so quickly.
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4 dermatologic conditions that are common in people of color
Wondering whether that skin issue is serious? Get expertise on several conditions that are typical for people of color.
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[VIDEO] Watch how COVID-19 turns lung cells into 'virus factories'
It’s hard to understand an invisible (to us) disease. Virus particles are tiny, which makes it tricky to visualize their wicked work.
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How accurate are at-home rapid tests for COVID-19?
Here’s a rundown of how accurate each test is compared to PCR testing.
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Delta variant of concern: How protected are you?
The delta variant is hitting unvaccinated communities especially hard.
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SMILE or LASIK? Comparing 5 aspects of 2 vision correction surgeries
Looking for the differences between LASIK (laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis) surgery and SMILE (small incision lenticule extraction)? SMILE is the latest vision correction surgery and the most recently approved.
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3 reasons kids need a school or sports physical
With summer upon us, now is a good time to get a head start on planning for the next school year. The back-to-school physical is one of the items that should be on your checklist.
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4.5 reasons every 45-year-old and up needs a colonoscopy
Healthy adults should now get their first screening colonoscopy at age 45. That’s a change from the previous recommendation of 50. Why?
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Myocarditis after vaccination: what to watch for
Many COVID-19 patients have heart issues. That’s not new or surprising. Lately, there have been rare cases of heart inflammation after vaccination. See what we know and what symptoms to look for.
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