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When and where to get tested for COVID-19
Where and when to get tested for COVID-19 in the fall of 2021.
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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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You asked, we answered: I'm pregnant, how soon do I need to see a doctor?
I just found out I'm pregnant. How soon should I go see a doctor?
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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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You asked, we answered: Do the COVID-19 vaccines contain aborted fetal cells?
Do the COVID-19 vaccines contain aborted fetal cells?
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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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Can't sleep? What to know about melatonin supplements
Tossing and turning all night? Reaching for yet another coffee or energy drink to stay awake at work? Dealing with jet lag or working the night shift?
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You asked, we answered: How do I replace a lost COVID-19 vaccine card?
I have already been vaccinated about two months ago at the Douglas County Hospital, but I lost my vaccine card. How do I get a copy of it?
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You asked, we answered: Can I still spread COVID-19 after vaccination?
I heard someone say that if you get the vaccine, you could still be a carrier and spread the virus even if you didn't notice you were sick. Is that true or just a rumor they picked up?
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