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Tennis legend Chris Evert reveals ovarian cancer diagnosis

Monday, January 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Former world No. 1 tennis player Chris Evert revealed she is battling Stage 1 ovarian cancer. Evert shared the news in a Tweet on Friday. "I wanted to share my stage 1 ovarian cancer diagnosis," she said. "Thanks to all of you for... Read More.

CDC warns loosely woven cloth masks are ‘least protective’ against COVID

Friday, January 14 by ABC News

(ATLANTA) -- Any mask is better than no mask. But loosely woven cloth masks provide the least amount of protection and Americans in some cases might want to opt for higher quality masks like KN95 and N95 respirators, the Centers for Disease Control and... Read More.

Debunking the idea viruses always evolve to become less virulent

Thursday, January 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As evidence mounts that the omicron variant is less deadly than prior COVID-19 strains, one oft-cited explanation is that viruses always evolve to become less virulent over time. The problem, experts say, is that this theory has been soundly debunked. The idea that... Read More.

High school sports feel impact of omicron surge, from paused games to mask mandates

Thursday, January 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- High school athletics are feeling the impact of the omicron surge, from paused games to restricted fans, amid a winter season that coaches and administrators already anticipated would pose challenges for indoor, close-contact sports. Amid record COVID-19 cases in the U.S., schools... Read More.

Debunking the idea viruses evolve to become less virulent

Thursday, January 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As evidence mounts that the omicron variant is less deadly than prior COVID-19 strains, one oft-cited explanation is that viruses always evolve to become less virulent over time. The problem, experts say, is that this theory has been soundly debunked. The idea that... Read More.

Gay men still face hurdles to donate blood amid national shortage

Thursday, January 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The U.S. is facing a national blood crisis, the "worst blood shortage in over a decade," the American Red Cross warns. Despite this urgent need for donations, people who have sex with gay or bisexual men are still facing restrictions on... Read More.

Study finds COVID-19 may increase risk of diabetes in kids: 3 things for parents to know

Wednesday, January 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Kids who have recovered from COVID-19 may have an increased risk of developing diabetes, according to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The study, which looked at databases with information for over 2.5 million patients under 18,... Read More.

CDC to weigh in soon on whether Americans should upgrade their masks

Wednesday, January 12 by ABC News

(ATLANTA) -- After weeks of health experts urging Americans to upgrade their masks to protect against the omicron COVID-19 variant, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday that it was planning to update its mask guidance to "best reflect the multiple options... Read More.

Nearly 2 million cases of cancer likely to be diagnosed in 2022: Report

Wednesday, January 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Nearly 2 million new cases of cancer are expected to be diagnosed and some 609,000 people will likely die from cancer in the U.S. in 2022, according to a new report published Wednesday. The annual report from the American Cancer Society estimates... Read More.

COVID may be with us for a long time. What kind of testing do we need?

Wednesday, January 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Throughout the pandemic, periodic surges in demand for COVID-19 testing -- typically during a spike in cases or prior to holiday travel -- have put strain on the nation's testing capacity. During these times, it can be difficult for people to quickly... Read More.

‘We’re all hurting’: Hospital workers plead for vaccination and help amid omicron surge

Wednesday, January 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- When the omicron variant first began sweeping the country, there was some hope that because initial studies indicated it was less severe, it would prove to have less of an impact on the health care system. However, given its increased transmissibility, the... Read More.

Ginger Zee on how she overcame the stigma of mental health to talk about suicide, therapy

Wednesday, January 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- When ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee thinks back to one of the "darkest points' of her struggle with mental health, she thinks of a photo of herself smiling. In the photo, Zee, now ABC News chief meteorologist, is smiling wide as... Read More.

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