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With Twitter now a more difficult place to find health news, we’ve put together a running list of other sources to help you stay informed.
How to host a COVID-safe holiday gathering
Taking rapid tests and increasing ventilation can help ensure that your holiday gathering is safe from COVID-19, flu, and RSV.
How to improve ventilation at your holiday gatherings
Open windows and filtration tools can improve indoor ventilation and reduce COVID-19 transmission during the fall and winter.
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Guía para protegerte del COVID-19 durante el otoño y el invierno
Es hora de definir tu estrategia para lidiar con el COVID-19 este otoño e invierno. Con esta guía te ayudamos a tomar esas decisiones.
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Cómo mejorar la ventilación en tus reuniones de fin de año
Las ventanas abiertas y las herramientas de filtración pueden mejorar la ventilación y reducir la transmisión del COVID-19.
Cómo obtener pruebas de COVID-19 gratis o de bajo costo
Obtén pruebas rápidas antes de las fiestas de fin de año. Hacerse pruebas frecuentemente será clave para limitar la transmisión del COVID-19.
Why it’s safe for young men to get a COVID-19 vaccine
Florida’s new COVID-19 vaccine guidance is driving misinformation around the risk of myocarditis after vaccination.
How to get free or low-cost COVID-19 tests
Stock up on at-home tests before holiday gatherings. Frequent testing will be key to limiting COVID-19 transmission.
What pregnant people are experiencing post-Roe in ban states
We spoke to abortion advocates in six ban states to talk about what pregnant people are experiencing post-Roe.
¿Se viene una “tripledemia”?
Los expertos advierten de una posible “tripledemia” de casos de gripe, virus respiratorio sincitial (VRS) y COVID-19 en los próximos meses.
Are we facing a “tripledemic”?
Experts are warning of a “tripledemic” in which the flu, RSV, and COVID-19 are all in high circulation at the same time.
Por qué necesitamos dosis de refuerzo actualizadas para el otoño
Se espera que las dosis de refuerzo proporcionen una protección más específica contra BA.5 y contra la enfermedad grave.
¿Son ahora obligatorias las vacunas contra el COVID-19 en las escuelas?
Aunque las vacunas contra el COVID-19 se añadirán al calendario recomendado de vacunación del 2023, esto no significa que sean obligatorias para el ingreso a las escuelas
Why we need updated boosters for the fall and winter
The modified Omicron-specific vaccines will ideally provide more targeted protection against BA.5 infection and severe disease.
Are COVID-19 vaccines now mandatory in schools?
COVID-19 vaccines will be part of recommended immunization schedules in 2023, raising concerns that the shots will be required for students.
No one wants to give your child rainbow fentanyl
Parents don’t need to cancel trick-or-treating this Halloween. Children are not at risk from rainbow fentanyl, just as they weren’t at risk from razors in apples or poisoned candy.
Nuevas variantes de ómicron en el horizonte
Un grupo de variantes de ómicron podría impulsar la siguiente ola. Éstas tienen la habilidad de evadir la inmunidad existente.
New variants are on the horizon
The next wave could be driven by a group of Omicron subvariants that each has the ability to evade existing immunity.
Los niños de 5 a 11 años ahora pueden recibir las dosis de refuerzo actualizadas
Las dosis de refuerzo actualizadas están diseñadas para ofrecer mejor protección contra BA.5 y futuras variantes.
Kids 5 to 11 can now get an Omicron booster
The updated boosters have no safety concerns and are designed to provide better protection against BA.5 and future variants.
Why you may be screened for anxiety at your next primary care visit
A health panel recommended anxiety screening for all adults under 65, but lack of access to mental health care remains an issue.
A comprehensive guide to birth control available in the U.S.
To help you decide which option is best for you, we’ve created a comprehensive list of the kinds of birth control currently available in the U.S.
Fentanyl exposure is the new “crack baby” myth
As the nation is once again gripped by a drug crisis, this time in the form of opioid overdoses, viral stories about fentanyl exposure prove just how little we’ve learned about the dangers of drug myths.
¿Cuáles vacunas de rutina necesita tu niño para la escuela?
Estar al día con las vacunas de rutina garantiza que los niños se mantengan protegidos contra muchas enfermedades graves.
¿Por qué la desinformación en español se propaga tan fácil en internet?
La información errónea muchas veces lleva a que las personas permanezcan sin vacunarse o a creer que las vacunas contra el COVID-19 no son seguras.
Why Spanish-language health misinformation spreads so easily online
While COVID-19 and vaccine dis- and misinformation is ubiquitous worldwide, Spanish-language misinformation has spread particularly easily.
How to locate your vaccination records
If you can’t locate your immunization records, there are some places you can check to find out if you’ve gotten a certain vaccine.
¿Ha terminado la pandemia?
Aunque la sociedad ha vuelto a algo parecido a la normalidad, EE.UU. sigue registrando cientos de muertes por COVID-19 cada día.
Is the pandemic over?
The virus remains a risk, especially for the elderly, the immunocompromised, and people who are not up to date on their vaccinations.
Which routine immunizations does your kid need for school?
Routine immunizations ensure that we remain protected against many serious diseases, including those that have been eliminated.
Fetal cell lines make modern medicine possible
The cells at the heart of the COVID-19 vaccine mandate controversy are crucial to modern medical research and development.
¿Cuándo hay que vacunarse contra la gripe?
Ponerse la vacuna anual contra la gripe es la mejor manera de estar protegido contra la gripe y sus posibles complicaciones.
When should you get your flu shot this year?
Getting the annual flu shot is the best way to stay protected against the flu and its potential complications.
New York declares polio state of emergency
The reemergence of polio adds to Americans’ health anxieties as the country deals with two public health emergencies: COVID-19 and monkeypox.
Where COVID-19 vaccines stand as the virus continues to mutate
The next stage of COVID-19 vaccine development aims to create more durable tools to combat the virus and its variants.
Los CDC anuncian nuevas recomendaciones para escuelas
La agencia ya no recomienda pruebas rutinarias de COVID-19, cuarentena ni distanciamiento social en las escuelas.
Cómo utilizar eficazmente una prueba rápida casera de COVID-19 este otoño
Las pruebas caseras rápidas son herramientas cruciales para reducir la transmisión por COVID-19 y mantener la pandemia bajo control.
How monkeypox is (and isn’t) transmitted
Less than four months after the first case was reported in the U.K., monkeypox cases have swelled to over 45,000 worldwide. Misinformation continues to circulate about monkeypox, how it spreads, and who is at risk.
How to effectively use at-home rapid tests this fall
At-home rapid tests can serve as a crucial tool for reducing COVID-19 transmission and keeping the pandemic under control.
CDC announces new COVID-19 guidance for schools
The CDC drops recommendations around testing, quarantine, and social distancing with the goal to minimize disruptions this school year.
Are outdoor events still safe in the age of BA.5?
Outdoor activities have the benefit of maximum ventilation, but the risk of getting infected with COVID-19 is never zero.
Who is eligible for the monkeypox vaccine and where to get one
As cases rise, here’s what you need to know about how the virus spreads, whether you need a vaccine, and, if so, where to find one.
How to avoid leaving a digital footprint when seeking abortion care
As abortion restrictions increase, experts warn that people’s digital footprint could be used as incriminating evidence in legal cases.
U.S. and WHO declare monkeypox a health emergency
Here’s everything you need to know about monkeypox: what it is, its symptoms, treatment, and how to prevent it.
Las dosis de refuerzo actualizadas contra el COVID-19 podrían llegar en septiembre
Pfizer y Moderna están reformulando sus vacunas para crear dosis de refuerzo actualizadas, dirigidas a la subvariante BA.5.
How to figure out what’s going on with abortion rights in your state
With legal challenges still pending post-Roe, here’s how to keep track of what’s happening with abortion rights in your state.
How anti-vaxxers use kids to spread misinformation
The anti-vaccine movement has found success in using children to exploit the concerns of often well-intentioned parents.
Qué es el “efecto rebote” de Paxlovid y cómo tratarlo
Paxlovid es un tratamiento efectivo para tratar el COVID-19, pero han surgido casos de lo que se conoce como “efecto rebote”. Aquí te contamos lo que necesitas saber sobre este efecto y qué hacer si ocurre.
Updated COVID-19 boosters could be available in September
Pfizer and Moderna are modifying their vaccine formulations to create updated boosters that target BA.5 ahead of a possible winter surge.
What is Paxlovid “rebound” and how to deal with it
Pfizer’s Paxlovid is a highly effective treatment for COVID-19. But the life-saving drug has also raised concerns around rebound infection.
Has dado positivo en la prueba de COVID-19. ¿Y ahora qué?
Te contamos sobre todos los tratamientos disponibles para tratar el COVID-19 como las pastillas antivirales y los anticuerpos monoclonales.
What to know about crisis pregnancy centers
Crisis pregnancy centers are not medical providers and do not offer abortion care, though they outnumber abortion clinics by 3 to 1.
You tested positive for COVID-19. Now what?
As BA.5 continues to slip through immune defenses, it’s important to know what COVID-19 care and treatment options are available.
Lo que necesitas saber sobre la subvariante BA.5
Te contamos todo lo que necesitas saber sobre BA.5 y la ola de COVID-19 que está causando alrededor del país.
Doctoras latinas hablan sobre por qué vacunaron a sus niños menores de 5 años
Hablamos con cuatro doctoras latinas con bebés y niños pequeños sobre por qué decidieron vacunar a sus hijos contra el COVID-19.
What you need to know about the BA.5 subvariant 
BA.5, the Omicron subvariant that is now dominant in the United States, is the most contagious COVID-19 strain so far. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
CDC recommends Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for adults
The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is the fourth to receive FDA authorization and could play a critical role in filling remaining immunization gaps.
¿Por qué las variantes de COVID-19 son cada vez más transmisibles?
Mientras el virus sigue mutando, nuevas variantes pueden evadir la inmunidad con más facilidad o causar enfermedades más graves.
What to expect when you call the 988 mental health crisis lifeline
The new Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is intended to make it easier for people in a crisis to get help. Here’s what you can expect if you call.
Why COVID-19 variants are becoming more transmissible
As the virus continues to mutate, new variants could become better at evading immunity or cause more severe disease.
¿Debes esperar a que se actualicen las vacunas contra el COVID-19 para obtener la dosis de refuerzo?
Los fabricantes de vacunas están desarrollando dosis de refuerzo para el otoño contra BA.4 y BA.5, dos subvariantes de ómicron.
‘Free crack pipes’ are controversial. The science behind them isn’t.
Decades of research backs programs that provide people who use drugs with resources that make drug use safer, including syringes, test strips, and, yes, pipes.
Should you wait for updated COVID-19 vaccines to get a booster?
Vaccine manufacturers are developing fall boosters that target BA.4 and BA.5, two Omicron subvariants that are now dominant in the U.S.
Cómo acceder a un fondo de ayuda financiera para el aborto
Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre los fondos del aborto: qué son, cómo funcionan y cómo acceder a ellos.
Lo que necesitas saber sobre cómo encontrar y cómo usar las pastillas abortivas
Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre las pastillas abortivas: qué son, cómo conseguirlas y cómo minimizar los riesgos legales.
What we know (and don’t know) about the hepatitis outbreaks
Experts believe the outbreaks may be connected to adenovirus. Parents can watch for hepatitis symptoms and encourage good hygiene to keep their children safe.
Corte Suprema revoca Roe vs. Wade, permitiendo a los estados prohibir el aborto
Todo lo que debes saber acerca de la decisión de la Corte Suprema y lo que esto significa para el acceso al aborto en EE.UU.
Four Latina doctors on why they vaccinated their kids under 5
“I knew that it would benefit my kid based on millions of data points. I know it’s safe.”
Abordando preocupaciones sobre las vacunas contra el COVID-19 para niños menores de 5 años
Respondemos las preguntas más comunes sobre las vacunas pediátricas contra el COVID-19: cómo funcionan y cuáles son los efectos secundarios.
How to approach travel during the third COVID summer
The summer travel season is in full swing, but COVID-19 remains a risk. Here’s how you can ensure a safe and smooth vacation this summer.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, allowing states to ban abortion
People in states that ban abortion still have the option to travel to another state where the procedure remains legal or purchase abortion pills online.
Addressing concerns about COVID-19 vaccines for kids under 5
Kids under 5 can finally get the COVID-19 vaccine. But many parents remain hesitant about getting their youngest kids immunized.
How to access an abortion fund
Abortion funds help pregnant people cover the cost of the procedure itself as well as other expenses associated with it, like transportation.
Kids under 5 are now eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccines
Pfizer’s and Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines for kids under 5 years old received the go-ahead both the FDA the CDC.
Los niños menores de 5 años ahora pueden obtener las vacunas contra el COVID-19
La FDA y los CDC aprobaron las vacunas de Pfizer y de Moderna contra el COVID-19 para niños menores de 5 años.
What you need to know about finding and taking the abortion pill
Without Roe v. Wade, medication abortion will now become a critical option for people who need privacy and abortion access.
Los CDC recomiendan la vacuna de Novavax contra el COVID-19 para adultos
Aquí te contamos todo lo que necesitas saber sobre la vacuna de Novavax contra el COVID-19.
¿Cuándo puedo salir del aislamiento por COVID-19?
Aquí te contamos todo lo que debes saber sobre cuánto tiempo debes aislarte si tienes COVID-19.
When can you end COVID-19 isolation?
The CDC recommends a COVID-19 isolation period of at least five days. But there’s a good chance you’re still infectious after that time frame.
Lo que sabemos (y lo que no sabemos) sobre los brotes de hepatitis
La causa de estos brotes es aún desconocida, pero aquí te contamos qué precauciones puedes tomar para proteger a tus niños.
Por qué debes reportar el resultado de tu prueba casera de COVID-19
Un recuento preciso de casos de COVID-19 es esencial para monitorear el virus. Tú puedes ayudar reportando el resultado de tu prueba rápida.
Why you should report your at-home COVID-19 test results
Official case counts are increasingly unreliable due to the widespread use of at-home tests. Help public health authorities track transmission by reporting your at-home test results.
¿Qué tan grave es la nueva ola de COVID-19?
Aquí te explicamos todo sobre el nuevo aumento de casos de COVID-19 en EE.UU: qué significa y qué precauciones debemos tomar.
Lo último sobre las vacunas para niños menores de 5 años
Lo que necesita saber sobre las vacunas contra el COVID-19 para los niños menores de 5 años, que podrían ser autorizadas en junio.
The latest on vaccines for kids under 5
COVID-19 vaccines for kids under five years old could be authorized by the FDA in June if things go as planned.
How severe is the current COVID-19 surge?
The U.S. is recording about 90,000 cases each day, but this is likely an undercount as more people take at-home rapid tests.
La FDA autoriza dosis de refuerzo para niños entre 5 y 11 años
Los niños entre 5 y 11 años que ya recibieron las dos dosis de la serie primaria de vacunas de COVID-19, pueden ahora obtener la dosis de refuerzo.
FDA authorizes COVID-19 boosters for kids 5 to 11
Kids 5 to 11 who have already received the two-dose primary vaccine series could be able to get the extra shot as soon as Friday.
What it’s like to live with long COVID
Long COVID has now affected up to 23 million Americans (the equivalent of the populations of Florida and New Mexico combined). We spoke to five long COVID patients across the United States about their experience with the illness.
Need a free at-home COVID-19 test? Here’s how to get them.
Each household can now order up to 16 free at-home COVID-19 tests. Here’s how you can order them and advice on when to test.
La FDA limita uso de la vacuna de J&J contra el COVID-19
Te contamos lo que significa esto para quienes recibieron la vacuna de Johnson & Johnson.
FDA puts strict limits on Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
The FDA says blood clot cases from the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine are serious but rare. The vast majority of J&J recipients do not need to worry. Going forward, people who received the J&J vaccine should get an mRNA shot for their booster.
How misinformation tricks our brains
When we encounter a piece of information that sparks an emotional reaction or provides comfort in a confusing situation, such as a snippet of hot gossip or a plausible rumor, something in our brain clicks.
How to stay safe without COVID-19 mandates
States are lifting their indoor COVID-19 mask mandates and rolling back vaccination mandates for businesses. Here’s how to stay safe.
The anti-vaccine movement’s next frontier
COVID-19 has emboldened the anti-vax movement. Where does it go from here?
What to know about COVID-19 vaccines and fertility
Decades of research and the latest studies show that the COVID-19 vaccines have no short- or long-term impacts on fertility.
Everything you need to know about second COVID-19 boosters
We answer who should get a second COVID-19 booster, why second boosters are important, and where you can get one.
Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre la segunda dosis de refuerzo de la vacuna contra el COVID-19
Encuentra respuestas a todas tus preguntas sobre la segunda dosis de refuerzo de la vacuna contra el COVID-19.
Lo que debes saber sobre las vacunas contra el COVID-19 y la fertilidad
Vacunarse no afecta la fertilidad de las mujeres ni la de los hombres. Encuentra aquí todo lo que necesitas saber sobre este tema.
How vaccines for kids are tested
For people who are not familiar with how vaccines are tested and made, COVID-19 vaccines may seem experimental or unsafe because of their rapid development. But the technology used in these shots has been in development for decades.
When will COVID-19 boosters become available for kids 5 to 11?
Pfizer asked the FDA to authorize COVID-19 boosters for kids ages 5 to 11 in late April. Here’s what comes next.
Understanding the CDC’s mask guidelines
New guidance aims to provide a more sustainable approach to living with the virus. Here’s the latest on CDC mask guidelines.
What to know about Omicron subvariants
The Omicron subvariants BA.2 and BA.2.12.1 make up nearly all COVID-19 cases in the country. Here’s what you need to know.
Vaccine hesitancy is spreading beyond COVID-19 vaccines
“We’re spending a significantly greater amount of time in our patient encounters trying to assuage concerns and overcome hesitancy for vaccines that were previously accepted by families,” says Dr. Jason Terk, a pediatrician in Texas.