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November 29, 2023, 8:54 PM
Biden administration to send free COVID tests to schools nationwide this winter
Schools will be able to place orders for the tests starting in early December, for delivery within about two weeks of ordering.
November 29, 2023, 8:54 PM
November 29, 2023, 11:56 AM
US life expectancy rose in 2022 due to fewer deaths linked to COVID-19: CDC
A new report from the CDC published Wednesday found life expectancy in the U.S. increased to 77.5 years in 2022 due to fewer deaths linked to COVID-19.
November 29, 2023, 11:56 AM
November 27, 2023, 9:17 PM
What to know about the respiratory illnesses surging in some parts of China
Some parts of China have been experiencing a surge of respiratory illnesses such as flu and RSV, in the first winter since the country eased its COVID-restrictions.
November 27, 2023, 9:17 PM
November 22, 2023, 10:06 PM
How to stay safe over Thanksgiving as respiratory virus activity ticks up in parts of the US
As millions prepare to gather for Thanksgiving, and cases of respiratory viruses tick up across the U.S., experts reveal how to stay safe and healthy over the holidays.
November 22, 2023, 10:06 PM
November 22, 2023, 9:32 AM
Government offers more free COVID tests
The federal government is once again allowing households to order a fresh wave of four COVID-19 tests for free online.
November 22, 2023, 9:32 AM
November 22, 2023, 12:14 AM
How to avoid respiratory viruses and stay healthy over the holidays
Experts continue to stress that current vaccination is one of the most important factors in reducing the spread of respiratory disease.
November 22, 2023, 12:14 AM
November 21, 2023, 2:46 AM
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson 'bamboozled' by science, COVID-19 inquiry told
A former chief scientific adviser says Boris Johnson struggled as British prime minister to come to grips with much of the science during the coronavirus pandemic
November 21, 2023, 2:46 AM
November 20, 2023, 5:46 PM
Federal government offering another wave of free COVID tests
The influx of tests comes as health officials prepare for an increase of cases around the holidays.
November 20, 2023, 5:46 PM
November 20, 2023, 11:02 AM
4 more free COVID tests will be available to each household ahead of the holidays
Starting Monday, every household can order another round of at-home COVID tests for free from covidtests.gov
November 20, 2023, 11:02 AM
November 19, 2023, 6:06 PM
Hospitals brace for a potential ‘tripledemic’ season
As influenza surges in seven states, health officials said they fear that infections of flu, covid and RSV may rise as Americans gather for the holidays.
November 19, 2023, 6:06 PM
November 19, 2023, 11:05 AM
How one Texas school district reversed its post pandemic teacher shortage
A Texas town was facing a serious problem with low teacher rosters, but its administrators found some successful solutions that tackled the problem.
November 19, 2023, 11:05 AM
November 14, 2023, 7:22 PM
About 36M American adults have received the updated COVID vaccine: CDC
Newly released survey data from the CDC shows 36 million American adults, about 13.9% of the U.S. adult population, has received the updated COVID vaccine.
November 14, 2023, 7:22 PM
1 month ago
What's the latest to know about COVID, flu vaccines as respiratory virus season begins?
With respiratory virus season again upon us, here's the latest to know about COVID and flu vaccines, including what's available and who's eligible.
1 month ago
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Getting flu and COVID shot together still reasonable amid safety review of potential stroke risk: Experts
Older adults who got a COVID booster and a high-dose version of the flu vaccine together may have an increased risk of stroke, according to a new FDA-funded study.
1 month ago
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Long COVID research opens door for further exploration on post-viral illness
Long COVID raises awareness of many other infectious diseases that are associated with post-viral illness, including infectious mononucleosis and Lyme disease.
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Health care workers report increase in burnout, harassment since the COVID pandemic: CDC
A new CDC report published Tuesday found health care workers are experiencing worse mental health since the COVID pandemic and it's reaching "crisis levels."
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Moderna doses 1st participant in phase 3 clinical trial of combo flu, COVID vaccine
Moderna announced the first participant has been dosed in the company's phase 3 clinical trial of its combination flu and COVID vaccine.
1 month ago
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Decreased levels of serotonin may contribute to development of long COVID, study shows
People with long COVID have lower levels of serotonin in their bodies than people who contract the infection, according to a new study and ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains.
1 month ago
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People with HIV at higher risk of COVID reinfection: CDC
A new CDC study found people with HIV were more likely to be reinfected with COVID than those without HIV.
1 month ago
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Could low serotonin levels contribute to Long COVID?
Decreased levels of serotonin in the body may be a contributing factor in the development and persistence of long COVID, according to a new study.
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2 months ago
Global economy making slow recovery after pandemic, Russians invasion of Ukraine
Now there is a concern over how the conflict in the Middle East will impact the uncertainty of the economy's recovery.
2 months ago
2 months ago
At-home COVID-19 tests most accurate on day 4 of symptoms, study suggests retesting
The best time to take an at-home COVID-19 test may be on the fourth day of having symptoms, according to a new study.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Florida family sentenced to federal prison for selling 'dangerous,' fake COVID-19 cure: DOJ
A Florida family who claimed they had a "miracle" cure for COVID-19 that contained a toxic bleach were sentenced to federal prison on Friday.
2 months ago
2 months ago
First on ABC: 4M Americans have gotten latest COVID shot -- on par with last fall's vaccine rollout
More than 4 million Americans have been vaccinated with the newest COVID shot as of Thursday, putting the uptake about equal to that of the vaccine rolled out last fall.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Older adults make up two-thirds of COVID hospitalizations this year: CDC
A new report from the CDC published Thursday found older adults have made up two-thirds of all COVID-19 hospitalizations in 2023 but few received an updated booster.
2 months ago
2 months ago
After weeks of increasing COVID hospitalizations, is the summer peak over?
After weeks of COVID hospitalizations increasing, experts say the summer peak might finally be over.
2 months ago
2 months ago
At-home COVID tests most accurate on 4th day of symptoms, study show
A recent study shows that at-home COVID-19 tests are most accurate on the fourth day of symptoms and ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton explains.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Free at-home COVID tests from the US government are back. Here's how to get them
The federal government recently relaunched its website to get free at-home COVID tests. Here's how to order them.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Almost half of US adults plan to get new COVID-19 vaccine, survey finds
The latest poll conducted by the KFF COVID-19 Vaccine Monitor found that nearly half of all adults in the U.S. plan to get the newly recommended COVID-19 vaccine.
2 months ago
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Scientists say some tests may be able to identify the markers of prolonged COVID symptoms in the future
Scientists say some tests may be able to identify the markers of prolonged COVID symptoms in the future.
2 months ago
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Cassidy Hutchinson reflects on the Trump administration's handling of COVID
"I knew we were being irresponsible," the former Trump White House aide says of the 2020 Trump campaign rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
2 months ago
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CDC: Long COVID affecting millions of Americans
Long COVID affected 6.9% of adults in the U.S., according to new figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
2 months ago
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About 18 million US adults have had long COVID: CDC
Two new CDC reports, published Tuesday, found that 6.9% of adults and 1.5% of children have had long COVID in the U.S.
2 months ago
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How hospitals have been coping with COVID as number of admissions tick up
As COVID hospitalizations continue to tick up in the U.S., staff say they have been able to handle it by using the lessons they learned throughout the pandemic.
2 months ago
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Federal government relaunches free at-home COVID test program
Americans are able to order the tests at CovidTests.Gov beginning Monday.
2 months ago
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Why the CDC recommends that everyone over the age of 6 months get the updated COVID vaccine
Immunity wanes after anywhere from 3-6 months, experts say.
2 months ago
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How hospitals have been coping as COVID rates rise
Hospital staff say lessons learned have made them better prepared.
2 months ago
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COVID hospitalizations on the rise
Plus, our panel discusses who's buying the booster shots, and Sen. Bob Menendez's corruption case.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Federal government making COVID-19 tests free to Americans again
The Biden administration says the website COVID.gov is set to launch Monday.
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3 months ago
COVID guide: What to know about symptoms, testing, treatment and vaccines
With COVID cases and hospitalizations rising, here's a guide to everything you need to know about symptoms, testing, treatments and vaccines.
3 months ago
3 months ago
COVID, RSV and influenza likely to impact health care system this year: CDC
This year’s respiratory virus season is set to be a repeat of last year’s, with COVID-19, RSV and influenza impacting the health care system at the same time, per the CDC
3 months ago
3 months ago
What to know about staying safe from COVID-19 at this point
An updated vaccine is being rolled out to protect against newer variants.
3 months ago
3 months ago
CDC calls Florida's advice against new COVID booster 'dangerous'
Florida has the highest proportion of counties recording "moderate" COVID hospitalization levels in the U.S. Experts explain why the state is seeing so many cases.
3 months ago
3 months ago
CIA 'looking into' allegations connected to COVID-19 origins
The CIA confirms they are "looking into" accusations that several members of an agency team tasked with COVID-19 pandemic analysis were paid off "significant" hush money.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Hush money in COVID origin probe?
The CIA says it's looking into accusations that several of its members, tasked with pandemic analysis, were paid “hush money” to shift their position regarding the virus’ origins.
3 months ago
3 months ago
CDC recommends new COVID booster for all Americans over 6 months amid rising cases, hospitalizations
The CDC recommended that all Americans aged 6 months and older receive the new COVID booster that targets currently circulating variants.
3 months ago
3 months ago
COVID hospitalizations have risen for 2 months straight as new booster shots expected this week
Despite the continued rise, the most recent week was the smallest percent increase in the past 2 months, according to the CDC data.
3 months ago
3 months ago
What are the latest COVID protocols amid rising cases and hospitalizations?
Amid rising COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, experts spoke to ABC News about the latest guidelines around testing, treatment, vaccination and even masking.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Recent studies on mask efficacy can be ‘very misleading’: Anthony Fauci
ABC News’ Jon Karl interviews Dr. Anthony Fauci on “This Week.”
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