Experts say hotels or Airbnbs can be a safe place to stay if they’re following CDC guidelines for COVID-19. They urge travelers to check with the hotel or Airbnb beforehand to determine what safety protocols they’re following. Experts urge travelers…
Read MoreGo Ahead, Binge That New TV Show. It’s Good for Your Mental Health
Watching TV shows, reading books, and listening to music can fulfill social connection, according to new research. Healthy people tend to use both traditional and nontraditional social techniques to feel connected. Nontraditional social strategies can help people reflect on the…
Read MorePets and COVID-19: Answers to All Your Questions
Two cats and one dog in the United States have tested positive for the presence of SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19. Experts say it appears pets can contract the novel coronavirus from humans, although the transmission still seems to be…
Read MoreWhy Soaking Up the Sun to Treat COVID-19 Isn’t a Bright Idea
While some research has been done on ultraviolet radiation as a way to kill microorganisms, it is not sanctioned as a COVID-19 therapy. The research that’s been done has shown this exposure can be dangerous for people’s health. New research…
Read MoreHow Mild COVID-19 Symptoms Can Quickly Turn Serious
People with mild symptoms of COVID-19 can quickly become seriously ill. Experts say these worsening conditions are usually caused by an overreaction of the immune system after symptoms first appear. Experts say it’s important to rest and stay hydrated even…
Read MoreDon’t Avoid ER If You Have Heart Attack or Stroke Symptoms
Since the COVID-19 crisis, hospitals have seen a major decline in the number of heart attack patients. A recent Twitter poll of cardiologists found that nearly half of respondents have seen between 40 and 60 percent fewer cardiac patients at…
Read MoreWhat We Know About the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19
Patients with COVID-19 who developed acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) could have a greater risk of long-term health issues. Additionally, people requiring intensive care are at increased risk for mental health issues like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression….
Read MoreCan the U.S. Safely ‘Reopen’ on May 1? Here’s What the Health Experts Think
Healthline contacted several public health specialists to see what they think of reopening the country amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts say some sort of physical distancing will still be required over the long term. Additionally, reopening too quickly could mean…
Read MoreWhat It’s Like to Have a ‘Mild’ Case of COVID-19
COVID-19 symptoms can vary widely in different people, ranging from deadly pneumonia to a loss of smell, or even no symptoms. Many people report mild symptoms initially before more severe fever and coughing. While 80 percent of cases are estimated…
Read MoreDon’t Rely on Supplements to Treat or Prevent COVID-19
Doctors warn that relying on supplements — and taking too much of them — may do more harm than good. Many vitamins and minerals can impact overall immunity but no single one can solely influence immunity. Want to add a…
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