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ABC News special explores mental health crisis among youth amid COVID-19

Wednesday, March 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Two years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, mental health challenges still impact youth.But in a new one-hour ABC News primetime special anchored by Good Morning America's Robin Roberts, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy said children have struggled with mental health... Read More.

Decline of testing, sequencing could hinder search for future COVID-19 variants, experts warn

Wednesday, March 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, disease surveillance efforts that rely on testing and variant sequencing have been critical tools in the global efforts to fight the virus.Without these tools, experts said, the spread of COVID-19 could have been exponentially greater, potentially resulting... Read More.

Actresses put spotlight on who is most affected by multiple sclerosis: Young women

Wednesday, March 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- When Marti Hines woke up one morning four years ago while on vacation and was unable to move the left side of her body, she said it did not even cross her mind that she, at age 34, could have multiple... Read More.

Fourth COVID shot authorized by FDA for everyone over 50

Tuesday, March 29 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- A second round of booster shots was authorized for everyone over the age of 50 by the Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday, kicking off the regulatory process for shots to likely be available in pharmacies sometime this week.Everyone 12 and older... Read More.

What to know about a second COVID-19 booster for people over age 50

Tuesday, March 29 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Another COVID-19 vaccine booster shot may be on the horizon for Americans, as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is expected to greenlight a fourth dose for those aged 50 and older as soon as Tuesday.It comes after Pfizer-BioNTech requested the... Read More.

Will Smith, Chris Rock confrontation at Oscars puts spotlight on alopecia, an autoimmune condition that affects millions

Monday, March 28 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The confrontation between Will Smith and Chris Rock that rocked the 2022 Oscars Sunday night is also putting a spotlight on alopecia, the autoimmune condition that affects Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, and millions of other people.Pinkett Smith, 50, first announced... Read More.

For red and blue America, a glaring divide in COVID-19 death rates persists two years later

Monday, March 28 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Political polarization in the U.S. was evident and intensifying long before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, two years ago.Americans were already deeply divided about a multitude of issues, with differing opinions concerning healthcare, immigration, voting rights, gun reform and climate... Read More.

Officials expected to offer second booster shot for those over 50 years old

Monday, March 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- As soon as Tuesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration could authorize COVID-19 booster shots for Americans over 50 years old, two officials familiar with the matter told ABC News, though the fourth shots are likely to be only offered and not... Read More.

Baby born at 25 weeks goes home after 460 days in NICU

Monday, March 28 by ABC News

(INDIANAPOLIS) -- For the first time in his life, 15-month-old Kendall Jurnakins is home.The baby boy spent the first year of his life in the neonatal intensive care unit at Ascension St. Vincent Women's Hospital in Indianapolis before being cleared for discharge on March... Read More.

Mom pens powerful message to thank surrogate for rainbow baby

Friday, March 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Two years ago, two women -- complete strangers -- embarked on a remarkable journey together and today, they say they've become "family." Now, they're opening up about their story in the hopes of helping others.Kelly Taylor Savant, 41, of Baton Rouge,... Read More.

Endometriosis Awareness Month: Woman describes seven-year battle to get endometriosis diagnosis

Friday, March 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- March marks World Endometriosis Awareness Month dedicated to recognizing and advocating for the estimated 190 million women worldwide who suffer from endometriosis.Taylor Keefe was 13 years old when she first saw a gynecologist."Every time I was on my period, I had... Read More.

New York City to offer free doula access in bid to reduce maternal mortality

Thursday, March 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As the United States continues to face the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations, the country's largest city is offering new support for expectant people.New York City will begin offering free doula access to families, Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday.The... Read More.

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ABC News special explores mental health crisis among youth amid COVID-19

Decline of testing, sequencing could hinder search for future COVID-19 variants, experts warn

Actresses put spotlight on who is most affected by multiple sclerosis: Young women

Fourth COVID shot authorized by FDA for everyone over 50

What to know about a second COVID-19 booster for people over age 50

Will Smith, Chris Rock confrontation at Oscars puts spotlight on alopecia, an autoimmune condition that affects millions

For red and blue America, a glaring divide in COVID-19 death rates persists two years later

Officials expected to offer second booster shot for those over 50 years old

Baby born at 25 weeks goes home after 460 days in NICU

Mom pens powerful message to thank surrogate for rainbow baby

Endometriosis Awareness Month: Woman describes seven-year battle to get endometriosis diagnosis

New York City to offer free doula access in bid to reduce maternal mortality

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