Journalists from KHN and The Guardian have identified 3,176 workers who reportedly died of complications from COVID-19 after they contracted it on the job. Reporters are working to confirm the cause of death and workplace conditions in each case. They are also writing about the people behind the statistics — […]
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Early Results Show Pfizer’s Covid-19 Vaccine Is 90% Effective
The drugmaker Pfizer has announced that its COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective, after early analysis of clinical trial data. We may finally have a vaccine against COVID-19. On Monday, drug maker Pfizer announced that its vaccine is over 90% effective. If this trend continues, the vaccine may receive […]
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Experts Say Covid-19 Severity Depends on Virus Dose
Experts suggest that the amount of COVID-19 you get determines if you get severely ill, mildly ill, or asymptomatic. Here’s something that might ease your mind if you catch COVID-19. Your level of illness might depend on how much virus you get. So, you could be severely or mildly ill. […]
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Protect Yourself From Domestic Violence During Covid-19
Protect yourself from an abusive partner during the pandemic by making a safety plan, using the following tips. COVID-19 has forced everyone to stay at home for their safety. However, what if home is not the safest place for you? For example, what if you live with an abusive partner? […]
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Study Suggests Flu Vaccine May Protect You From Covid-19
A new study released this month suggests that a flu vaccine may have reduced the risk of COVID-19 among Dutch hospital workers. New research came out this month that suggests flu vaccines lower your risk of catching COVID-19. The study involved healthcare workers in the Netherlands. Moreover, the results support […]
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Seniors Better at Following Covid-19 Safety Rules Than Young Adults
A new survey published by the CDC says that older adults are more obedient to COVID-19 safety rules compared to younger adults. Maybe we should all follow our elders. A new survey from the CDC says that older Americans are more obedient to the agency’s COVID-19 rules compared to younger […]
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Start Screening for Colon Cancer at Age 45, US Task Force Suggests
The US Preventive Services Task Force has posted a new draft recommendation saying adults should start colon cancer screening at age 45. If you’re close to 45 years old, look forward to getting your colon checked by then. The US Preventive Services Task Force plans to recommend adults screen for […]
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Doctors Report 14% Spike in Kids with Covid-19
A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics said that the number of kids sick with COVID-19 has surged by 14%, with cases nearing 800,000. We have to protect our children better from COVID-19. A new report says that the number of children with COVID-19 has risen by 14% […]
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Expert Warns US Daily Covid-19 Numbers Could “Hit Six Digits” Soon
Health experts warn that the United States might see six-digit daily COVID-19 case numbers soon, as the fall surge begins. On Friday, the US recorded over 83,000 new COVID-19 infections. This number marks the country’s highest one-day infection record. Moreover, this number is over 6,000 higher than the previous record […]
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Listeria Outbreak Sickens 10 People in 3 States
A Listeria outbreak has sickened 10 people across 3 states, which may have come from contaminated deli meats, according to the CDC. Amid COVID-19, Americans also need to worry about food poisoning. A few months ago, it was Salmonella. Now, a Listeria outbreak has poisoned ten people in three states. […]