Health

Fully-vaccinated Americans can return to life without masks, CDC says

Thursday, May 13 by ABC News

(ATLANTA) -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will no longer recommend masks for fully-vaccinated Americans indoors or outdoors, including in crowds, according to sweeping new guidance announced Thursday. The new recommendation, which carves out exceptions for buses, planes, hospitals, prisons and homeless shelters,... Read More.

Study finds COVID-19 vaccines have no impact on pregnancy: What to know

Thursday, May 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A new study on pregnant people and COVID-19 vaccines is adding to the growing body of evidence showing the vaccine is safe during pregnancy. Researchers at Northwestern University studying people who had been fully vaccinated during pregnancy, found the vaccine had no... Read More.

Meeting kids where they are located key to getting newly eligible vaccinated

Thursday, May 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- With Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine now greenlit for children 12 years old and up, those eagerly awaiting the moment now have to find a place to get it. The rollout will be a "multi-pronged approach," the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory... Read More.

Why vaccine incentives may not be as effective as states hope

Thursday, May 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- With vaccination numbers declining across the country, leaders in various states are scrambling to put a stick and carrot in front of the millions of residents who have yet to get the shots. From free beers and baseball tickets to a raffle... Read More.

How MDMA could treat PTSD in ways current therapy can’t

Thursday, May 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- MDMA, also known as “ecstasy” or “Molly,” has traditionally been thought of as a party drug. But now, researchers are finding promising results for MDMA as a potential treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder. A recent phase 3 clinical trial found that MDMA,... Read More.

Ohio will give 5 people $1 million each in COVID-19 vaccine lottery

Wednesday, May 12 by ABC News

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Five vaccinated Ohioans will win $1 million each through a new lottery announced Wednesday, in one of the largest financial incentives announced by a state to combat declining demand for the COVID-19 vaccine. Starting May 26, the state will award $1 million... Read More.

Nurse on crusade to vaccinate community after husband’s death surprised on ‘The View’

Wednesday, May 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Nurse Carla Brown went beyond her call of duty during the coronavirus pandemic to help vaccinate her community. Now, Brown is sharing her story with "The View." The Baton Rouge, Louisiana, nurse wants to help the elderly, homebound and those who don't... Read More.

CDC panel votes to recommend vaccine for children ages 12 to 15

Wednesday, May 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) — An independent panel of advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted Wednesday to recommend the Pfizer vaccine for use in children ages 12 to 15. It marks a crucial milestone in the nation's push to tamp down COVID-19, with... Read More.

New Hawaii vaccine pass allows vaccinated residents to travel between islands

Wednesday, May 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Starting this week, fully vaccinated Hawaii residents can skip COVID-19 testing and quarantine requirements when flying between the islands. According to the new rules, which Gov. David Ige announced last month, Hawaii residents who were vaccinated in the state are exempt from... Read More.

How COVID-19 booster shots could help in global fight against the virus

Wednesday, May 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- With over a third of the United States population now fully vaccinated against COVID-19, scientists hope to preserve this newly acquired immunity as the pandemic continues. Now, researchers are exploring whether we might all need booster shots in the coming months... Read More.

Pressure builds for CDC to update indoor-mask requirements for vaccinated people

Wednesday, May 12 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A growing consensus among public health experts that the U.S. could soon safely end mask mandates has put pressure on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to update its guidance in the weeks ahead or risk losing credibility with the... Read More.

Dermatologists warn against TikTok sunscreen contouring hack

Tuesday, May 11 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A new sunscreen contouring "hack" gaining popularity on TikTok has experts warning users to be very cautious about skin damage. TikTok user Eli Withrow shared a technique that she's convinced gives your face a chiseled, radiant boost. She advised that if you use... Read More.

Fully-vaccinated Americans can return to life without masks, CDC says

Study finds COVID-19 vaccines have no impact on pregnancy: What to know

Meeting kids where they are located key to getting newly eligible vaccinated

Why vaccine incentives may not be as effective as states hope

How MDMA could treat PTSD in ways current therapy can’t

Ohio will give 5 people $1 million each in COVID-19 vaccine lottery

Nurse on crusade to vaccinate community after husband’s death surprised on ‘The View’

New Hawaii vaccine pass allows vaccinated residents to travel between islands

How COVID-19 booster shots could help in global fight against the virus

Pressure builds for CDC to update indoor-mask requirements for vaccinated people

Dermatologists warn against TikTok sunscreen contouring hack

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