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Your questions about covid, answered: Is there reliable data about Russian vaccines?

Peer-reviewed data indicates the shots, which are used in several dozen countries, work well in preventing severe illness. But questions linger about the quality of the research.

The facts about respiratory viruses that can hit your children

Here’s what to know about treatments, warning signs and more about covid-19, RSV, the flu, the colds and other illnesses.

One-third of children ages 7 to 9 use social media apps, study says

Most parents said they do some sort of monitoring of their kid’s social media involvement. But 1 in 6 parents were found to be using no parental controls.

Measles incidence is down, but the pandemic has slowed vaccination progress

Transmission and outbreaks are both at an “immediate elevated risk,” according to a joint report from the WHO and the CDC.

How new monitoring systems keep a close watch on older people

High-tech tools ease caregivers’ stress but can raise sticky privacy questions and concerns about cost.

Breakfast really doesn’t have much to do with controlling your weight

In the end, whether to eat in the morning is an individual decision based on your preferences and goals, experts say. But either way, don’t expect to lose pounds.

For many men, apps can be ‘an important gateway to mental health’

These networks provide the safety of privacy and emotional support from other men facing similar challenges, experts say.

Your questions about covid-19, answered: Can children get the 2nd dose later than 3 weeks?

Three weeks is the recommended interval between the children’s shots, but health officials and experts say it’s okay to get the doses four, five or even six weeks apart.

For this winter, here are the best ways to avoid covid-19, the flu and colds

Be sure to make vaccines your first line of defense, keep you mask handy, wash your hands and stay home when you’re sick.

For this winter, here are the best ways to avoid covid-19, the flu and colds

Be sure to make vaccines your first line of defense, keep you mask handy, wash your hands and stay home when you’re sick.