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Why are coronavirus cases and hospitalizations on the rise in the US?

Thursday, November 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- With coronavirus infection rates back on the rise, many Americans are wondering why the U.S. is, once again, experiencing surge in cases and hospitalizations, despite widespread vaccinations.The U.S. is now reporting more than 94,000 new COVID-19 cases each day -- up... Read More.

Detecting cancer with a simple blood draw could soon be a reality

Wednesday, November 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Every year, thousands of Americans undergo routine screening to catch cancer in its early stages, while it’s still treatable. But these routine tests can be painful and invasive, and doctors only regularly screen for five of some of the most common... Read More.

Diet talk can be overwhelming at Thanksgiving. Here are tips to cope

Tuesday, November 23 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A holiday like Thanksgiving that is centered on food, family and more food can be a precarious time for people struggling with eating disorders or disordered eating.Alex Mutti, 27, of New York City, said she always loved Thanksgiving until her early... Read More.

Push to vaccinate children accelerates as pediatric COVID-19 cases rise

Monday, November 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The rush to vaccinate children against COVID-19 is accelerating amid a steady increase in coronavirus infections and hospitalizations nationwide.Last week, nearly 142,000 child coronavirus cases were recorded, with weekly infections among children up by more than 40% since late October, according... Read More.

What you need to know about COVID-19 boosters and how long they take to work

Monday, November 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- COVID-19 booster shots are now authorized for anyone over the age of 18. For anyone hoping to get a COVID-19 booster dose before the Thanksgiving holiday, experts say it's important to understand that protection doesn't kick in right away.Although the body... Read More.

Mickey Guyton says her 9-month-old son suffered from dehydration: What parents should know

Monday, November 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Country singer Mickey Guyton is opening up about her son's recent stay at a hospital intensive care unit.Taking to social media with an update on Saturday, she wrote, "My baby fell ill on November 11th, eventually requiring a trip to the... Read More.

Crime against disabled people is rising and advocates say more needs to be done

Monday, November 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Disabled people are disproportionately victims of violent crime and victimization in the United States, according to new data released by the Bureau of Justice Statistics. And the frequency of these crimes is also increasing, according to the data, though activists don't... Read More.

Fauci says ‘fully vaccinated’ definition not yet changing to include boosters

Monday, November 22 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Every vaccinated person should "get boosted" depending on how long it's been since their initial shots, but those with their original vaccination protection are still considered "fully vaccinated" despite indications that immunity can wane, Dr. Anthony Fauci said Sunday.The White House chief... Read More.

Should you get a booster shot? Experts say it’s time

Saturday, November 20 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Millions more vaccinated adults across the U.S. became eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot on Friday. And yet, the vast majority of vaccinated Americans were already eligible -- many just didn't know it.According to an October survey from the Centers for... Read More.

1st injectable, bimonthly HIV treatment approved in UK

Saturday, November 20 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- The UK approved a new HIV treatment that requires an injection every other month, rather than the current routine of taking pills every day.The UK's National Institute for Health and Care Excellence estimated that around 13,000 people will now be eligible for... Read More.

Women say pain was dismissed in lawsuit alleging fentanyl switch at fertility clinic

Friday, November 19 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A group of seven women are suing Yale University, claiming they underwent invasive and painful procedures for in-vitro fertilization and received saline instead of fentanyl, an opioid painkiller.According to the complaint, the women received saline after a nurse at the Yale... Read More.

FDA authorizes Pfizer, Moderna boosters for all adults

Friday, November 19 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized booster doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for everyone 18 and older who is already considered fully vaccinated, teeing up many Americans to gain extra protection ahead of a possible winter surge... Read More.

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