More than 309 million vaccines administered in US
The United States is edging closer to the Biden Administration’s goal to vaccinate 70% of adults with at least one dose of the Covid vaccine by July…
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Novavax says Covid-19 vaccine shows 90.4% overall efficacy in U.S./Mexico Phase 3 trial
The American biotechnology company Novavax announced on Monday that its coronavirus vaccine candidate was found to have an overall efficacy of 90.4%…
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Suicide attempts rose among adolescent girls during pandemic, ER data suggests
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The United States saw a significant rise in suspected suicide attempts among teen girls during the pandemic, a new study…
Continue Reading Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccines to be released, but many will be tossed
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Friday more than 10 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine would be…
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Johnson & Johnson vaccines set to expire
As some states report they have Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine doses that are expiring before they get used, the company and federal…
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Arizona reports 433 additional COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths
Arizona on Wednesday reported 433 additional coronavirus cases and two more deaths as the number of new cases gradually decreased in the past two…
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The coming flu season may be severe. Here’s why
By Maggie Fox, CNN The coming flu season may be a doozy. Even as coronavirus was devastating populations around the world, killing 3.7 million people…
Continue Reading Pandemic’s dangerous toll on new mothers and who’s most as risk from COVID-19
Mental health visits for new mothers and those most at risk from…
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Mass vaccination clinic at IVC
Students have the option to receive either the Pfizer or Johnson & Johnson…
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More than 6 million doses of vaccines administered in Arizona
Arizona state officials say it has administered more than 6 million doses of COVID -19 vaccine since December…
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FDA to decide fate of new, controversial Alzheimer’s drug
(KYMA, KECY/CNN) – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to decide Monday whether to approve a new drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease.…
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CDC says hospitalizations are rising in teens with COVID-19
The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging parents to get their teenagers vaccinated against COVID-19 after an alarming…
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Rare procedure to treat pancreatitis creates ‘super liver’ by transplanting pancreatic cells
By Avis Favaro Medical Correspondent, Elizabeth St. Philip, CTV News, Alexandra Mae Jones CTVNews.ca writer Click here for updates on this story…
Continue Reading Sleep hygiene: 8 ways to train your brain for better sleep
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN The days are longer, full of sunshine and bright with the promise of enjoying a more relaxing spring and summer with your…
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New research on COVID-19 symptoms and the impact of fish oil on children
New research on the long-term effects of COVID-19 and the benefits of fish oil on a child’s…
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WATCH NOW: Gov. Gavin Newsom draws the first 15 winners of the $50,000 Fridays cash prizes
California Governor Gavin Newsom will draw 15 winners to receive $50,000 as part of the state’s $116.5 million Vax for the Win…
Continue Reading Health Minute: New technology helps correct birth defect
New 3-D technology is making one procedure safer for…
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Youth night at vaccine clinic June 2
The Yuma Regional Medical Center is hosting its second Youth Night for vaccines Wednesday, June…
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World Health Organization authorizes China’s Sinovac Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use
By Helen Regan and Virginia Langmaid, CNN The World Health Organization (WHO) has authorized a Covid-19 vaccine made by Chinese pharmaceutical…
Continue Reading Benefits of avocados: 4 ways they are good for your health
Avocados have become an increasingly popular food in recent years, with people blending the creamy fruit in their smoothies or slicing it to layer on…
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