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…

Experts say most face masks provide at least some protection against the spread of COVID-19. They note that how a mask is worn is many times more important than the material used to make the mask. They urge consumers to…

There are two disinfectant products now approved to work against the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2. They are effective at neutralizing over 99 percent of the virus. But if not available, experts say other common products can also be very effective. Two…

At least 27 states are reporting an increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases as businesses and public facilities reopen. As cases surge in multiple states, people of color and particularly Black Americans may be at heightened risk. Health experts have said…

Many gyms, yoga studios, restaurants, and other businesses are requiring customers to sign a waiver agreeing not to sue because of COVID-19. Waivers need to follow the normal requirements of contract law, such as being clear and easily understood. We…