Category: Public Health

Most Adults Wary of Taking Any Vaccine Approved Before the Election

About 60% of poll respondents are worried that federal regulators will rush to allow a vaccine because of political pressure. Opposition to getting a vaccine that might be authorized before the November election is strongest among Republicans.

27% of US parents say their mental health has worsened since March

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BioNTech, Pfizer expect vaccine results in late October while AstraZeneca pushes pause — 3 COVID-19 updates

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Exercise and Diet Are More Important Than Ever With Virus at Large

“The Quarantine 15” — weight gain due to inactivity during the pandemic — is a real phenomenon. Here are some ways to fight it.

How US News’ best hospitals for cancer care are improving patient outcomes

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US sees fewest daily cases in nearly 3 months; LabCorp test can detect flu, COVID-19 + RSV — 7 updates

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After month of decline, positive COVID-19 tests rise in late August: 4 CDC findings

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With Schools Starting Online, Vaccinations Head for Recess

Traditionally, requirements that kids undergo certain immunizations before attending school have been a critical public health tool. Health officials are scrambling to make sure children don’t fall through the cracks.

Altered Mindsets: Marijuana Is Making Its Mark on Ballots in Red States

Voters in Montana and several other conservative-leaning states will decide in November whether to legalize medical or recreational marijuana.