A new federal emergency authorization will permit pharmacists in all 50 states to administer routine childhood vaccines. The authorization is part of an effort to offset falling childhood vaccinations rates reported during the pandemic. Health experts say it’s still crucial…

It’s hard to escape the numbers. More than 5.5 million people in the United States have tested positive for COVID-19. More than 170,000 of them have died. The numbers are so mind-numbing that it may be hard to think of…

With the COVID-19 pandemic already straining healthcare centers, this year it’s more important than ever to get your annual flu shot. The flu virus changes yearly as multiple strains spread throughout the community and the virus adapts itself for survival….

Experts say secondhand smoke from cigarettes as well as e-cigarettes can transmit the novel coronavirus farther than usual. They add that people aren’t wearing masks while they’re smoking or vaping. They also note that smokers and vapers have a higher…

A new survey indicates that more than 30 percent of couples who were considering pregnancy this year are delaying those plans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts say the reasons range from logistical concerns such as hospital visits, to financial…

The CDC warns that we may soon experience a peak in cases of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), a condition similar to polio that strikes the nervous system and primarily affects children. This illness has spiked every 2 years since 2014….

The CDC continues to advise wearing face masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Masks work by creating a physical barrier to the spread of virus-containing respiratory droplets. Growing evidence supports their effectiveness. While many Americans have objected to wearing…

Researchers say people who wear face coverings like masks tend to touch their faces less. Other researchers found the same thing was true for healthcare professionals who wear masks. Experts say the new coronavirus can spread after people touch openings…

Dr. Anthony Fauci addressed the five things everybody can do to help prevent COVID-19 from spreading. They include wearing face masks, physical distancing, staying away from places where people congregate, choosing outdoor activities over indoor ones, and practicing good hand…