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A suppressed CDC study suggests COVID vaccine benefits were meaningful. Why didn’t the public learn sooner that hospital visits were reduced?
Extra zinc may help improve immune system response for those who are low in this vital nutrient. Don't overdose!
Is flu season peaking—or just getting started? CDC lags, wastewater hints, and more in Flu Watch # 5. Measles is exploding in the Southeast!
Do new treatments for COVID include the OTC antihistamine nasal spray azelastine? What about nitric oxide? Is ivermectin still a contender?
COVID isn’t over. People can still die from COVID—now colliding with one of the worst flu seasons in years. Beware this flu epidemic!
Flu is breaking records nationwide. Our Flu Watch 1/1/2026 explains what went wrong—and how to protect yourself. What else is surging?
Metformin helps manage blood sugar. It is the miracle of metformin. It also helps prevent long COVID, dementia and some common cancers.
Flu, norovirus and measles are on the move! Our latest OUTBREAK UPDATE blends national data with real stories from readers. What's spreading?
Infections are circulating this winter: Colds, Flu, COVID, RSV, Norovirus and more! Would you like Outbreak Updates to know whats out there?
Cleaner indoor air is an important step to avoid viral infections. How can you achieve it at home or at work?
The vaccine controversy isn't just about science. It's also about fear, freedom and faith in medicine. Personal stories of pain and protection
How do you avoid COVID? Most folks don't try, which is why many have become sick...again. Could Sniffing the antihistamine Astepro be helpful?
Some people insist that COVID isn't that bad. They haven't experienced long COVID! Long haulers say that the loss of a sense of smell IS bad!
Will people who catch COVID-19 be at higher risk of Alzheimer's disease? New research on this and the reactivation of dormant cancer cells.
How can we improve indoor air quality to avoid COVID, flu, norovirus, mealses, and other infections? What about germicidal UV light (GUV)?
It's the summer surge...again! There's no doubt that COVID is back. This time it's called "Nimbus." Will you catch it again and again?
The latest COVID-19 variant has hospitalized patients around the world. Will NIMBUS cause trouble in the US? Beware "razor blade throat."
The aerobiome contains uncounted microscopic organisms. Some of them are pathogens that pose hidden dangers in the air.
The CDC provides infectious disease info to health professionals and the public. Why is it having trouble with this task?
Do you like to look your healthcare provider in the eye? Some people love the convenience of virtual doctor visits. Others want hands on!
Chronic fatigue syndrome or CFS shares many symptoms with long COVID or long vax. Why did medicine dismiss long-suffering patients so long?
What's the latest news on Paxlovid and Legevrio against COVID-19? Good news and bad news! Will molnupirivir create unwanted mutations?
Sick workers spread illness, especially if they are health care providers. Why don't physicians and nurses stay home when sick? What a mess!
COVID-19 vaccines produce some serious side effects such as Guillain Barré syndrome. A new problem, Post-Vaccination Syndrome, is reported!
Did you catch flu? Will you be spreading it or colds, COVID, RSV, norovirus or whooping cough? That's what we call a SEXDEMIC! Contagious?
Researchers are beginning to determine which symptoms of long COVID stand out most clearly to help them identify sufferers.
In this interview, an expert in critical care and pulmonology offers evidence-based tips on how to recover more quickly if you catch the flu.
Data from both the UK and the US suggest that many people suffer from long COVID. New research from UCSF implies that the virus may persist!
Large studies demonstrate the value of face masks in reducing viral transmission among close contacts. Why do Americans hate face masks?
Is there anything that can help ease long COVID symptoms? A study suggests: DON'T rely on Paxlovid. What about hyperbaric oxygen?
If you could see there were COVID or flu viruses in the air at your local supermarket, what would you do? New technology can do exactly that!
You know all about key long COVID symptoms: fatigue, shortness of breath and brain fog. Beware COVID and diabetes! Watch out for symptoms.
Hydroxychloroquine has antiviral activity against COVID and kept some patients out of the hospital. But hydroxychloroquine harm is also real.
What are the chances you will catch COVID again? Lots of people have been caught in the latest COVID surge! But some people are immune. Why?
Several research papers link low vitamin D levels to infection rates. We need clinical trials to see if supplements help you avoid infection.
The CDC is considering a change in its guidelines for behavior after COVID. People wouldn't have to self-isolate if they feel good.
A new study suggests that COVID can cause tinnitus and vertigo. Many readers also report tinnitus as an adverse reaction of COVID vaccines.
Do you swallow 3+ pills daily? Preventing deadly drug interactions is hard, but essential! Prescribers and pharmacists bemoan alert fatigue.
There is a new treatment to prevent COVID-19. This monoclonal antibody is called Pemgarda (pemivibart). What are the pros and cons?
When it comes to COVID-19, lots of people just want to say: tell me when it's over! What lessons have we learned for the next time?
Long COVID symptoms are leaving millions in misery. What about children? Will kids get long COVID? Danish, US and British studies say yes.
Vegetarian diets provide important immunity-boosting nutrients such as vitamin C or vitamin A that help people avoid infection.
What should you know about PAXLOVID vs. COVID-19? A reader says cottage cheese helps overcome a bad taste. Beware dangerous interactions?
Symptoms of long COVID include fatigue, brain fog and shortness of breath. New research suggests long COVID triggers heart problems and AFib!
Life expectancy drops dramatically, especially for men (73.2). That's three years in a row! The gap between men and women is mind boggling.
In the fall of 2023, you can choose the vaccination you get–from Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax. All should lower your chance of hospitalization.
COVID-19 and many other diseases are caused by airborne germs. Revisiting ventilation and improving filtration of indoor air can reduce them.
The COVID pandemic is over, right? Dr. Robert Wachter chairs the Department of Medicine at UCSF. He will tell you that COVID is still here!
Dr. Alan Greene discusses home tests, tech and tools for health that he likes. Joe and Terry invite listeners to share their own.
If scientists use wastewater monitoring carefully, it could give us advanced warning of the next pandemic or serious infectious outbreak.
When we pay attention to fixing sick buildings, the people in them become happier, healthier and more productive.
Stimulating the vagus nerve can calm us down and reduce inflammation. It may have many applications in promoting health.
Corticosteroids, anticonvulsants and certain other medicines suppress your vitamin D levels. That could make you more vulnerable to infection.
Have you stopped worrying about COVID? What should you know about the new sub-variant Arcturus? What about the new bivalent COVID boosters?
What are the results from the latest COVID study with ivermectin? Researchers tested a HIGHER dose of ivermectin for twice as long! Find out!
In this episode, Dr. Roger Seheult offers evidence-based tips on staying healthy even when viral infections abound.
Several studies have produced conflicting results on the potential value of vitamin D3 for survival of COVID-19 patients. Which is right?
COVID-19 cases among children have bumped up by 90% in the past month. Youngsters are not immune to the infection and can also spread it.
Too many rare diseases don't have effective treatments. If we can teach old drugs new tricks, we might develop much needed therapies.
Early research suggested that fluvoxamine for COVID could be helpful. A large study following up has dashed those hopes.
Researchers hope that someday soon what we have learned about long COVID will lead to effective treatments.
Did you think we were done with COVID? The highly transmissible subvariant dubbed the Kraken XBB.1.5 is spreading fast. How can you avoid it?
Over the last few decades, nurses and pharmacists have changed their standard injection technique. Does that affect patient reactions?
Scientists found SARS-CoV-2 virus throughout the bodies and brains of people who died from COVID-19. They retrieved viable virus days later.
With cases of several viral illnesses rising, pharmacies report shortages of children's fever medicines. Some limit purchase of these drugs.
In a tripledemic with high rates of flu, COVID and RSV cases, hospital emergency departments may have trouble coping.
Officially, over 100 million people have caught COVID worldwide. The number may be far higher. Long-term consequences could be devastating.
What do you know about Paxlovid COVID rebound? What should you do if you experience COVID symptoms after taking Paxlovid? Here's an update!
Nearly half of the individuals in a large online survey admitted they had not told the whole truth about their behavior during the pandemic.
Flu cases are climbing. Australia had a BAD flu season! We may be next. Will COVID cases and deaths go up again? Are we facing a TWINDEMIC?
There are old inexpensive drugs that may work surprisingly well for depression, COVID or even cancer. Can we teach old drugs new tricks?
In this interview, Dr. Richard Corsi describes why we need better air quality and how to achieve it through ventilation and filtration.
Our expert guests explain the basics of avoiding germs, along with some surprising finer points. Which rooms are most likely to be germy?
Many people are uncertain about the new coronavirus vaccines. That's because they are so new. What about the 100-year-old BCG vaccine?
COVID vaccination may lead to postmenopausal bleeding as well as temporary changes in menstruation among younger women..
More than 2/3 of eligible people have not gotten a second COVID booster. Experts do not all agree on who should roll up their sleeves.
You're done with COVID, right? We get it. We too want to get back to "normal." But the latest variant: COVID BA.5 is different and bad news.
Neurologists worry that SARS-CoV-2 infection may affect the brain and raise the possibility of later dementia as a consequence.
How can you avoid airborne transmission of COVID-19? Even if you caught COVID once or got 4 shots, you are not protected! Dr. Fauci got it.
In our interview this week, Dr. Aaron Carroll discusses when the COVID pandemic will be over and how to improve our response.
There were some grim stats this week. And the Omicron variant is spreading like wildfire. There's good news too. The Moderna booster works!
Ventilation is crucial when it comes to preventing the spread of airborne virus. Why is nobody listening? Learn how to protect yourself!
In Memoriam: Dr. Paul Farmer, co-founder of Partners In Health responded to the Ebola epidemic of West Africa. He died far too young.
One of the greatest challenges of COVID-19 can be its aftermath. There are now millions of "long haulers." Can you prevent long COVID?
Long COVID symptoms such as brain fog, sleep problems, shortness of breath or fatigue may be mistakenly attributed to old age.
There are still a lot of questions about aerosol transmission of the coronavirus, but scientists now know a lot about how COVID-19 spreads.
Blood tests reveal that nearly 60 percent of Americans (including 75 percent of youngsters) have had COVID, whether they know it or not.
If you catch the coronavirus, even after being vaccinated and boosted, will your doctor prescribe pills to treat COVID? Many doctors won't.
Prone positioning, a common hospital strategy during the pandemic, was not beneficial for patients not on a ventilator.
Kaiser Health News tells us why we should all be looking for better ventilation at home and at work to stay healthy.
Is it possible to practice safer sex even in the middle of a pandemic? Dr. Ina Park tells how people can manage this challenge.
What if COVID comes back? Is the country prepared or have we let our guard down...again? Sewage treatment plants are finding signs of BA.2.
Israel is administering a 4th COVID shot to people with compromised immune systems. Health care workers are guinea pigs for an extra booster.
Research now reveals a link between COVID and Diabetes. Millions of people could now be at risk for type 2 diabetes because of long COVID.
When is the last time you had your vitamin D levels monitored? How much is necessary to create adequate levels of Vitamin D for COVID-19?
Is Ivermectin a miracle or a menace against COVID-19? It's a miracle vs. onchocerciasis. COVID? A new study suggests ivermectin is not great.
A study shows that COVID-19 infection can harm your gut microbiota, reducing diversity and beneficial bacteria. Will probiotics help?
Parents of pre-schoolers hope that the FDA will soon authorize effective COVID vaccines for little children. Under-fives are unprotected now.
What do you do if you think you have been exposed to the coronavirus? Hibernate and cross your fingers? Why not take a home test for COVID?
For decades, doctors dismissed vitamin C as worthless against the common cold. But could vitamin C help combat COVID-19? Trials are underway!
The pandemic has put enormous strain on young people, health care workers, and a range of other people. We have tips for managing stress.
N95 masks can help protect you from breathing virus particles. The Omicron variant is so contagious you need N95s even if vaccinated/boosted!
Many people believe that ivermectin is taming COVID in India and Japan. Sadly, though, COVID is surging in those countries. What happened?
Insurance data show that youngsters under 18 have been coming down with diabetes after they recover from COVID-19 infections.
Fluvoxamine (Luvox) has been marketed as an antidepressant since 1984. New data suggest it may help against COVID-19. What about ivermectin?
The Omicron variant is driving infections rates skyward. To avoid complications like long COVID, wear an effective mask and get vaccinated.
Do strong proton pump inhibitors raise the risk for catching COVID-19 or developing stomach cancer? Should PPIs for heartburn remain OTC?
Omicron is creating lots of new COVID questions? Is it really less dangerous? What about long COVID after Omicron? Where are the COVID tests?
Investigators from Walter Reed Army Institute of Research are testing a universal vaccine to provide immunity against all coronaviruses.
If you are wondering about the new antiviral COVID pills, Paxlovid and molnupiravir (Legevrio), we've got you covered with this in-depth info
An estimated 40% of people with confirmed cases of COVID-19 are without symptoms. They could spread the infection unwittingly.
Laurie Garrett, author of The Coming Plague, describes the failure of international systems that should have contained COVID-19.
Has the health agency overcounted the number of seniors who are fully vaccinated? Kaiser Health News explains why it matters.
The first pill against SARS-CoV-2 squeaked by an FDA panel in a 13 to 10 vote. How good is molnupiravir vs. COVID-19? Is it a game changer?
Something extraordinary is happening in Japan. Daily COVID cases in Japan dropped from a high of 30,000 in August to 50 last Monday. Why?
Coronavirus hunter Dr. Ralph Baric helps you understand the future of COVID-19. How can we become better prepared for the next pandemic?
Both Pfizer and Merck (with Ridgeback) have developed an oral antiviral drug against COVID. Early at-home administration could stop illness.
Dr. Eric Topol has been following the course of COVID-19 closely. Tune in to find out about learning lessons from the pandemic.
Will COVID pills put an end to the pandemic? What will they cost? Vaccines are bringing in tens of billions of dollars to drug companies.
The Delta Variant of COVID-19 ravaged India. Now there's the Delta Plus variant. Is it more contagious than the already nasty Delta variant?
Medical innovation teaches us a lot we didn't know before. How do we evaluate benefits and risks of medical breakthroughs?
FDA and CDC may soon authorize a COVID-19 vaccine for younger kids, ages 5 to 11. That extends the protection for families.
How much will patients have to pay for treating the coronavirus? The bills are coming due. Long haulers have yet to pay for the cost of COVID!
In Israel, researchers found that low-dose aspirin helps protect older individuals with cardiovascular conditions from catching COVID-19.
New information from Israel provide evidence about myocarditis from COVID vaccination. Should the shot be given in the old-fashioned way?
Do you wear a face mask in public? Will you be able to celebrate winter holidays with loved ones? COVID spread remains very controversial.
Are you ready to get on with your life? Want to put COVID behind you? Vaccines and boosters can help. Do you still need a face mask inside?
A new study reveals breakthrough COVID infections are common. The CDC has just approved a 3rd COVID shot to prevent breakthrough infections.
Some people who were infected with SARS-CoV-2 continue to suffer symptoms for months afterwards. How can they manage long COVID?
Vaccines rolled off production lines on Dec. 13, 2020. Americans were supposed to be first in line for COVID vaccination. What went wrong?
Dr. Sharon Fekrat is a retinal specialist whose research shows what your eyes reveal about your brain and overall health.
Americans hate being told what to do. No "one for all and all for one" in the US. New Zealand is different! A total lockdown has stopped COVID
You don't want to catch COVID. If you've been fully vaccinated, what are you chances of coming down with the coronavirus? Get the latest news!
Getting vaccinated is not perfect protection against COVID. A new study suggests that some medications may reduce vaccine effectiveness.
We were fooled into thinking that droplets were the primary way COVID is transmitted. Aerosolized viral particles get around COVID barriers!
When did you get your COVID shot? If it was several months ago you may be experiencing waning vaccine protection. Should you get a booster?
New Zealand beat back the coronavirus and prevented a COVID crisis. It's now in lockdown! What happened? Why is New Zealand shutting down?
Just because you are vaccinated doesn't mean you can't catch the Delta COVID variant. You will survive, but you could become a long hauler.
Seriously ill COVID patients depend on ventilators. Others require defibrillators or CPAPs. The FDA fails us on oversight of medical devices.
The Delta COVID variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus is causing a great deal of misery. Even people who are fully vaccinated are catching it.
You are sick and tired of COVID-19. We get that. But the Delta variant has led to a COVID surge. Should you be wearing an N95 mask indoors?
Months after they expected to be recovered, some people still feel bad after COVID-19. They report fatigue, headache or other symptoms.
Statins are the most frequently prescribed drugs in the US. Can statins help protect against COVID? Could it be the anti-inflammatory action?
In parts of the country where vaccination rates are low, COVID cases are surging. Blame the Delta variant, but get vaccinated!
Many people who have been vaccinated believe they are home free. But the Delta variant is nasty. Even vaccinated people catch COVID.
Research utilizing the UK Biobank data demonstrates that drinking a cup of coffee a day can reduce your risk for COVID.
Kids are happy to go to summer camp this year, but in many places COVID cases are rising. Some camps have had outbreaks.
The COVID critics want to forget about the coronavirus. But long COVID won't let us. An astonishing number of people may continue to suffer.
Even small gatherings like children's birthday parties can spread COVID when infection rates in the community are high.
A team of investigators checked which surfaces may carry coronavirus in a hospital. Computer keyboards and linen hampers were common culprits.
Are COVID cases going up or going down? A lot depends upon where you live. Some places are up while others down. Ditto for European countries
Where did patient zero catch the coronavirus? Is the CDC wrong about when COVID actually arrived in the US? Who caught it first and where?
What are the latest COVID stats? Find out where COVID cases are falling fastest. What is actually responsible for this dramatic improvement?
If someone gets over the coronavirus will that person be immune to COVID-19 reinfection? Will somone who has recovered no longer spread the virus to others?
Have you caught the coronavirus? If so, are you protected from reinfection? GOOD NEWS! COVID immunity seems longer lasting than expected.
How many people have actually died from the coronavirus? The COVID kill count will surprise you!
Some countries have done a good job controlling COVID-19, but India is currently struggling and Brazil and Mexico are also suffering from high death rates.
Dr. Peter Hotez explains vaccine diplomacy and how it can help us avoid another global pandemic.
Maintaining six feet of distance between people indoors is less effective than avoiding crowds for preventing the spread of COVID-19.
Over 30 million Americans caught COVID-19. How many will develop post-COVID syndrome?
Dr. Tieraona Low Dog describes how to use vitamin D, zinc and botanical medicines to keep your immune response optimal. Also, an herbal first aid kit.
Travel by air is not for the faint-hearted or unvaccinated. Protect yourself by double masking!
Researchers found a modest but significant benefit for women taking probiotics, omega 3 fatty acids, multivitamins or vitamin D.
Some people suffer devastating consequences after an acute coronavirus infection. Fatigue and dizziness from POTS may be part of this post-COVID syndrome.
Is there a good reason for the J&J vaccine pause or are the federal bureaucrats being overly cautious?
Researchers are searching for effective treatments for the coronavirus. Could the asthma inhaler budesonide help?
Evidence shows that SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, moves like an aerosol. How can we avoid airborne viral transmission?
Researchers have just shown that not all face masks are created equal. The fit is crucial! People DO contract COVID-19 by breathing bad air.
Will vaccines protect against the new variants? Did our focus on vaccines delay the development of drugs to treat COVID-19?
New data show that vaccines reduce the risk of serious illness, hospitalization and death. Will vaccine protection prevent transmission?
During the pandemic, intensive care units and hospitals have been pushed to their limits. What is the impact of COVID-19?
Are COVID vaccines reducing coronavirus cases and deaths? There are new data from hospitals in California and Israel and the news is good!
Benzene is a bad actor. Do not breathe it or get this carcinogen on your skin. And yet some hand sanitizers are contaminated with benzene.
Results are out on the Regeneron antibody infusion for COVID-19. People receiving this treatment are less likely to have bad outcomes.
Readers are anxious to find ways to treat COVID-19 with herbs, but investigators have not yet published the results of clinical trials.
Vaccination may lead to swollen lymph nodes on the same side as the shot. Radiologists are learning to recognize such false positive mammograms.
We never thought we would see one of our favorite home remedies in the NYT. We've been writing about gin-steeped raisins for decades!
Have pandemic restrictions interfered with your exercise routine? Dr. McGonigal describes how to feel better with new approaches to movement.
Scientists are concerned that homegrown variants of SARS-CoV-2 may be more easily transmitted or more difficult to treat.
The Moderna and Pfizer vaccines are amazingly effective. The new vaccine from J&J gets reviewed today. It's only one shot. How good is it?
Many people lose their senses of smell and taste early in a COVID infection. How often do they regain these senses? Does ALA help?
Have you been paying attention to the latest coronavirus updates? There's good news! COVID cases are dropping! Do the experts know why?
You know a lot already about the pandemic, but what do you know about COVID-19 vaccines and variants? We bring you up to date.
When Pfizer submitted clinical trial data to the FDA it looked good. Now, Pfizer Vaccine protection has been confirmed in a real world study!
Scientists named the coronavirus variants that have arisen in the US after birds like this bluebird, as well as robins and pelicans.
To protect yourself from airborne coronavirus, double up your face masks. That also helps protect others if you are infected.
The National Football League (NFL) had billions at stake because of the coronavirus. Avoiding COVID was a high priority. How did teams do it?
Dr. Bill Rawls describes how the herbal therapies that helped him overcome chronic Lyme could help people with post-COVID syndrome.
Masks, travel restrictions and working from home haven't stopped the COVID-19 pandemic, but they have led to many fewer flu cases.
A COVID-19 long hauler offers a testimonial to the benefits of vitamin D and vitamin C pills as well as zinc picolinate supplements.
Investigators reviewing medical records found that people with schizophrenia were 2.7 times more likely to die from COVID-19.
Some shreds of truth lend medical myths credibility, and couching them in stories helps make them memorable. How can we tell what to trust?
The new SARS-CoV-2 variant, B.1.1.7, appears to be significantly more contagious. It has already spread to many states in the USA.
Remember the controversy surrounding the idea of "death panels" over a decade ago? The COVID surge has led to "surge officers." Same thing!
Waiting to be tested for the coronavirus can be challenging. How would you know if you are coming down with COVID-19 and SHOULD be tested?
Will vaccines end the pandemic? We sure hope so, but it will take awhile. Most people will still need masks after COVID vaccination. Why?
COVID-19 has killed too many. Some people believe it is only lethal for old and sick people. Young healthy people can also die from COVID-19!
The King of Sweden has admitted that Sweden's strategy “failed.” What happened to herd immunity? It didn’t work! What is the new strategy?
Dr. Ralph Baric provides listeners with a coronavirus update for the end of this pandemic year. What will the future hold?
A new British variant of the coronavirus is spreading rapidly. Mutations have made it more infectious, and Britons are taking precautions.
Have you tuned out the headlines about daily deaths from COVID-19? It's overwhelming. But now the coronavirus has become our top killer.
I am fed up with the message that COVID-19 is no worse than the flu. It's not true. We are running out of ICU beds and morgues are maxed out.
Maintaining and monitoring COVID vaccine temperatures is complicated. A reader wants to know how he can be sure his COVID vaccine is good.
Research indicates a link between low vitamin D and COVID-19 infection risk. What should you know about this essential vitamin?
People with COVID-19 should be identified as early as possible to prevent spread of the virus. Can the Oura ring help diagnose COVID-19 fast?
Hospitals in the US are overwhelmed with COVID cases. They may be tempted to discharge COVID patients to make room for new cases. Bad Idea!
What better way to learn about COVID vaccine side effects than to ask volunteers who got shots? Visitors to this website provide answers.
A person became infected with COVID-19 after only 5 minutes at a distance of 21 feet. Six feet of distance may not protect you from COVID-19.
Would macho men be more cautious about the coronavirus if they knew erectile dysfunction was another one of the complications of COVID-19?
Pressure on pharmacists may worsen when they struggle to administer lots of COVID-19 vaccinations despite chronic understaffing.
Do you wear a face mask correctly? Does your mask have ear loops? That could be a big problem! Does your mask slip below your nose? Not Good!
The stresses of this pandemic year pose mental health challenges for many people. How can you manage and help your children cope?
British health authorities have different guidelines for who should get access to the vaccine than the CDC experts. What's the difference?
Are you planning to get the coronavirus immunization? Why is it important for you to know what side effects to expect from the COVID vaccine?
Blood samples collected late last year in the US reveal antibodies to SARS-CoV-2. This shows the coronavirus was in the US before we knew it.
Hospitalized patients who got high dose vitamin D fared no better than those who took a placebo pill in a scientific study.
The development of effective vaccines against COVID-19 can help bring the pandemic to an end, but it will take time to immunize people.
A Danish study failed to show that face masks reduce transmission of the coronavirus when only a few people wear them.
Sweden has done a U-turn when it comes to COVID-19. The relaxed Swedish model has been reversed. The Prime Minister says "CANCEL" gatherings!
Antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 were found in blood samples dating to September, 2019. The virus must have been able to reach Europe earlier.
Earlier in the pandemic, rural states may have felt protected from infection. Now, though, many have become coronavirus hotspots.
A new study shows most people are immune to COVID-19 for at least 6 months after infection, based on immune cell responses.
What we know and don’t know about the differences between the Moderna vaccine and the Pfizer vaccine vs. COVID-19. How good are these shots?
This has been a good-news, bad-news week for COVID-19. Case counts are up dramatically. But word of an effective Pfizer vaccine is hopeful.
COVID-19 is surging. The FDA has just given some people access to bamlanivimab, a monoclonal antibody. Who can get it? Learn the rules NOW!
Data from cell phones show which locations are linked to higher infection rates. Reducing capacity could slow the spread of COVID-19.
Herd immunity has been highly controversial. Some hoped that Sweden's COVID experiment might lead to this outcome. That has NOT been the case.
Dr. Paul Ewald describes how microbes evolve and interact with our immune systems to become more or less virulent.
Have you given up hugging people or shaking hands because of COVID-19? What about fist bumps? Are they OK? New research suggests maybe not.
When researchers analyzed 10,000 blood samples from New Yorkers, they found about one in five had been infected with COVID-19 by late May.
A natural experiment with face masks in Kansas and another in Tennessee demonstrate their effectiveness in slowing the spread of COVID-19.
Understanding innate immunity can help us appreciate how can the immune system overcome viruses, including SARS-CoV-2.
COVID-19 antibodies appear to be dropping in prevalence in the UK, instead of increasing as expected. What does this mean?
Dr. Marvin Singh takes an integrative approach to digestive health and precision medicine. How can you assess your biomarkers at home?
This year it is more important than ever to fight flu. Many of the same tactics that stop COVID-19 transmission also work against influenza.
Face masks have become a hot political issue. Some people believe face masks work. Others say they are ineffective. What about the science?
Noting President Trump's list of medications, readers wonder: can melatonin help in treating the coronavirus? It can help with sleep.
Australian research shows SARS-CoV-2 can be viable on glass for up to 28 days. Can people be infected with COVID-19 by touching cell phones?
How many people have died from SARS-CoV-2? Many people don’t believe it’s that many. New data suggests deaths from COVID are even higher.
Holds on vaccine trials are not unexpected, but they could delay development of an effective protection against COVID-19.
After 11 months we are learning how people catch the coronavirus. Asymptomatic spreaders are bad news! Here are tips to avoid COVID-19.
Even young healthy people may have trouble when COVID symptoms don't go away for weeks or months. Find out what it's like.
Four out of five patients recovering from COVID-19 reported neurological effects such as headache, confusion or dizziness at some point.
Fatigue, headache, cough, shortness of breath and other COVID-19 symptoms last for weeks or even months after recovery in some people.
Dr. Vinay Prasad explains why clinical trials are crucially important, especially when it comes to killers like cancer and COVID-19.
The CDC used to be the most respected public health agency in the world. But missteps have now led some to question the CDC's integrity.
Indian and Chinese researchers found fewer people who wear eyeglasses every day landed in the hospital with a COVID-19 infection.
What can we learn about the spread of COVID-19 from a Millinocket, Maine wedding? At last count over 175 people caught the virus and 7 died
Is it safer to go shopping or go to a coffee shop? What are the most dangerous places to catch COVID-19? Why are restaurants and bars so bad?
New research from Spain and Chicago indicates that people with very low vitamin D levels are more vulnerable to COVID-19 infection.
Can you prevent COVID-19 with a shot of MMR for adults? A new study will help answer this question, but we don't yet know.
AstraZeneca has resumed its big coronavirus trial in the UK. The vaccine pause is still in effect in the U.S. Why is there a discrepancy?
Dr. Ralph Baric, the coronavirus hunter, gives you an update on the pandemic and what we might expect in the future.
New research suggests that hydroxychloroquine works to reduce the risk of death by 30% in hospitalized patients. Confused? We don't blame you
Wearing a face mask so that it doesn't cover your nose nearly defeats the purpose. The nose is extremely vulnerable to infection with SARS-2.
Be careful not to mix up statistics on relative risk with those on absolute risk like the Commissioner did. Here's an explainer.
People are still debating the pros and cons of hydroxychloroquine to treat or prevent COVID-19. Is there any research to support prophylaxis?
Dr. Paul Offit, a leading expert on vaccinology, discusses how we will get good evidence on vaccines for COVID-19.
Must we wait for a vaccine to achieve herd immunity to the coronavirus? Read radical opinions about herd immunity in this COVID-19 update.
Investigators in Houston found that antibodies to the coronavirus spike protein correlated with ability to neutralize the virus.
Many lupus patients take hydroxychloroquine for their autoimmune condition. That does not keep them from catching COVID-19.
A test tube study on oleander extract is making headlines, but don't try this at home. This flowering shrub is quite toxic.
Face masks remain polarizing. There have been fights and deaths over facial coverings. Why are Americans still so confused about face masks?
New research demonstrates something critical to our understanding of COVID-19 spread. Coronavirus particles are viable in air beyond 6 feet!
There are now so many face masks on the market it is hard to know which to buy. A new Duke study investigated which face masks work best.
COVID-19 vaccines are living up to their promise. They are very effective at preventing hospitalization, but people still need to be vigilant.
This study of the mRNA vaccine in nonhuman primates is promising. If the results hold up in further clinical trials in humans, it should prevent COVID-19.
Dogs can learn to detect COVID-19 with a sniff test. They are quick and accurate, so Finland is putting them to work at Helsinki airport.
We do NOT want to turn you into a germaphobe, but in the age of COVID-19 we do need to be careful. A new study suggests that germs at the gym are a problem.
If you catch the covornavirus can you be reinfected by COVID-19? That is the critical question as the world awaits a vaccine. It's all about immunity.
It will be months before we know if a vaccine is effective against SARS-CoV-2. In the meantime, we need effective medications to fight COVID-19.
A study of SARS-2 antibodies in blood tests shows many more people were infected than tested. Yet the vast majority of us are still vulnerable to COVID-19.
People are dying! At last count the number of coronavirus deaths in the U.S. is over 139,000. But people are also dying when they fight over face masks!
Millions of people are shopping online for essential products. That includes hand sanitizer. But the FDA says some products are contaminated with methanol.
How many people need to have antibodies to COVID-19 to offer herd immunity to others in their communities? We still have no answer to that question.
Research reveals that experts have underestimated the number of people who have caught the coronavirus. How many deaths from COVID-19 have also been missed?
A new study in the International Journal of Infectious Diseases says hydroxychloroquine worked. It saved lives! No, this wasn't a placebo-controlled trial.
Physicists say flushing could create a toilet plume that could carry virus particles. The CDC says it has no reports of transmission from a toilet.
We were told today that there are likely 10 times more cases of COVID-19 than previously projected. What does that mean for you going forward?
A number of countries that had reduced coronavirus infections significantly are now seeing a resurgence in COVID-19 cases.
COVID-19 cases are soaring in many states that have been relaxing restrictions on social and economic activities.
Have you postponed medical care during the pandemic? A Kaiser survey suggests that 48% have. If you experience chest pain, get to the ER immediately!
A new study shows the value of an old steroid medication dexamethasone for COVID-19. Patients needing oxygen or ventilation were less likely to die.
Dr. Tieraona Low Dog offers advice on vitamins, minerals and herbal supplements you can use to help keep your immune system strong and healthy.
FDA's Emergency Use Authorization for HCQ in late March gave a lot of people hope in the fight against COVID-19. What happened to hydroxychloroquine?
When you flush the toilet, fine droplets become airborne. To reduce the risk that they will lead to infection, we all need to learn to close the lid.
Evidence is building that wearing a face mask can protect you and others around you, even in the risky environment of a long-distance flight. This tactic works best when everyone adopts it.
Our guest has a rare disease that can cause cytokine storm, threatening his life. He is applying his research on that to find ways to treat COVID-19.
The world has been awaiting real data about the effectiveness of HCQ against COVID-19. The first RCT has produced disappointing hydroxychloroquine results.
Dr. Dale Bredesen describes how to boost your immune system to defend your brain from infection, toxins and inadequate nourishment.
A cruise to Antarctica provided an inadvertent experiment in viral transmission. Many people on board had a silent infection with COVID-19.
Two separate publications in respected journals conclude that the use of face masks can help make us safer as institutions start to re-open.
Researchers have found that dementia genes are twice as common among hospitalized COVID-19 patients as in the general population.
A study of hamsters demonstrates that face masks can reduce transmission of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 that causes COVID-19.
Learn how COVID-19 affects your heart and what you should do to keep your heart as healthy as possible during the pandemic and afterwards.
A grandmother's words of wisdom, together with some special supplements, could help you stay healthy during the pandemic.
Should we have followed the Swedish model to avoid mandatory regulations regarding the coronavirus? Or, has "soft" Swedish approach led to extra lives lost?
Are you being careful about trying to avoid catching the coronavirus or do you think the danger has passed? Many are wearing face masks, but lots aren't.
Everyone wants an effective treatment for the coronavirus. Negative hydroxychloroquine studies have readers up in arms. They do NOT want to read bad news!
Have you been out lately? If so, you have probably noticed that some people are being careful. But many others do not wear a face mask. How risky is that?
Please do not shoot the messenger. Another study (JAMA, May 11, 2020) just reported that HCQ alone or HCQ plus azithromycin did not reduce COVID-19 deaths.
We've been told that HCQ is either a miracle cure or a very dangerous drug. A study published in the NEJM presents disappointing news on hydroxychloroquine.
Dr. Ralph Baric has been dubbed the coronavirus hunter. He has been studying these pathogens for 35 years. Find out what you should know about SARS-2.
An early case in Paris diagnosed retroactively suggests that COVID-19 spread globally before anyone anticipated it would.
We are all hoping for an effective medicine to treat COVID-19. But are there drugs to avoid? A new study suggests you might be wary of DXM Cough Medicine.
Scientists at Los Alamos report that they have found the SARS-2 virus mutating to become more transmissible and possibly more dangerous.
This week, Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of NIAID, looked at results from a clinical trial and announced that remdesivir shows promise against COVID-19.
Are you worried about catching the coronavirus? How far away from others do you have to be to stay safe? Is it possible to catch COVID-19 just by breathing?
A high-dose IV form of the heartburn medicine famotidine is being tested for a surprising new use. Scientists hope it will help against COVID-19.
Some states are reopening restaurants, beauty shops and gyms. Can patrons still catch Covid-19 if they stay 6 feet apart? 10 feet may not be far enough!
Adequate sleep and taking several specific supplements could help you boost your resistance to infection. Don't overlook the probiotics.
New prescriptions for anti-anxiety medications, antidepressants and sleepings pills have increased recently. Americans are anxious and depressed.
People with high BP appear to be at greater risk from the coronavirus. Does that mean people with well-controlled hypertension should worry about COVID-19?
How are parents and grandparents keeping kids healthy when they can't go to school or the playground? Dr. Alan Greene has suggestions for families, 4/18/20.
Do you trust the CDC's recommendation to stay 6 feet away from other people to prevent infection with COVID-19? Is that far enough? Is there any science?
Science is supposed to be apolitical. People are not supposed to take sides for or against a medication. The politics of hydroxychloroquine are crazy!
Scientists have begun two trials to see if BCG, the tuberculosis vaccination, will reduce the risk of COVID-19. Until they report results, we don't know.
Elevated temperature can help the body recruit the immune system against infection. That's why you may not want to treat a fever unless it is very high.
Doctors are divided about hydroxychloroquine vs. COVID-19. Some say it's promising. Others say the risk of sudden death from hydroxychloroquine is too great
A new large study from France suggests HCQ could be helpful against COVID-19. Health professionals are extremely polarized about hydroxychloroquine.
Focusing on for-profit health care rather than basic public health measures has left the US poorly prepared for a pandemic.
The CDC just flip-flopped on face coverings. Do you trust the CDC to protect you? Are such U-turns creating COVID-19 confusion? Has the CDC bungled things?
Excitement about hydroxychloroquine as a possible treatment for COVID-19 has led to shortages. People with lupus are having trouble getting their medicine.
If you don't have disinfectant wipes or spray, you can use dilute bleach solution or 70% alcohol for disinfecting doorknobs.
Should you wear some sort of face mask if you go out in public? How far should you stand away from others to prevent COVID-19 exposure? Data vs. old advice.
Research now indicates that people positive for coronavirus may have no symptoms. They can still be spreading the disease.
Scientists are scrambling to set up studies. They hope to learn if hydroxychloroquine can save lives during the coronavirus epidemic.
Public health officials have told us wearing face masks are unnecessary. Were they wrong? Could wearing a face mask help you avoid catching COVID-19?
The FDA just issued emergency use authorization for HCQ and CQ to treat the coronavirus. What's the latest on hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19? New Data!
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine pills will now be used to treat patients sick with coronavirus. How safe is hydroxychloroquine for widespread use?
What do you want to know about COVID-19? Dr. David Weber, infectious disease expert at UNC in Chapel Hill, NC, offers a live coronavirus update 3/28/20.
How effective is the old malaria drug HCQ against the coronavirus? Data are trickling in, but it's very early days . Here is a hydroxychloroquine update.
Some people are panic buying hydroxychloroquine in the hope it will help COVID-19. Rheumatoid arthritis patients who take it are worried about shortages.
How long can SARS-CoV-2 survive on door knobs? Surface spread of coronavirus might last over two weeks. RNA from the virus was found after 17 days on a ship
An old drug for malaria and rheumatoid arthritis could hold promise against the coronavirus. New data looks promising for hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19.
There is disagreement about how you can catch the coronavirus. Some say you can't catch COVID-19 from aerosols. The NEJM offers a different perspective.
The French Minister of Health recently warned his nation not to take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms. Did he frighten people without cause?
We should learn from Italy to take COVID-19 very seriously. Practice social distancing and hand-washing as if your life depended on them. It does.
There are NO FDA-approved medicines against coronavirus. Thanks to Dr. Roger Seheult, we learned about a few compounds that might help control coronavirus.
Proper hand-washing is critical in protecting you against a wide range of microbes, including C diff bacteria and COVID-19 viruses.
Will there be a test for you if you get symptoms of coronavirus? An equally serious question is: will your hospital have a bed for you if you test positive?
The WHO declared that the coronavirus spread has become a pandemic. People are panicking. The FDA is going after companies advertising unproven treatments.
Public health authorities acknowledge that it will be difficult to manage COVID-19. They urge us to prepare for significant disruption.
