Local Health Archives

Air pollution is linked to an increased risk of irreversible sight loss, study finds

January 26, 2021 6:32 AM CNN Newsource

Increases in air pollution are linked to an increased risk of irreversible sight loss, according to a new study. Researchers from University College…

8 myths about the Covid-19 vaccine — Dr. Wen explains

January 26, 2021 3:28 AM CNN Newsource

The United States crossed the terrible milestone of 400,000 deaths from coronavirus early last week, and there are currently over 2.1 million…

Coronavirus variant first spotted in Brazil found in the US for the first time

January 25, 2021 8:23 PM CNN Newsource

Even with the number of Covid-19 cases coming down, scientists are worrying about variants of the novel coronavirus — one of which has been…

Covid-19 masks: Which mask is best for you, and when to use it

January 25, 2021 5:53 PM CNN Newsource

Think of masks as the newest trendy accessory that can save your life — and the lives of those you love. But instead of what pattern, logo or…

Brazil variant of coronavirus detected in US for first time

January 25, 2021 5:25 PM CNN Newsource

While all viruses mutate over time, some variants of the novel coronavirus are worrying scientists. Several strains appear to be more transmissible…

New Covid-19 case counts drop, but variants loom. So a vaccine maker is working on another booster

January 25, 2021 3:57 PM CNN Newsource

First, the good news: In 48 states, the averages of new Covid-19 cases have dropped significantly over the past seven days. And every state improved…

A pandemic playbook for a new year

January 25, 2021 11:53 AM CNN Newsource

It has been more than one year since the first reported case of Covid-19 in the United States — a day that changed our country forever. The…

Moderna expects vaccine will be protective against variants, but will test boosters to improve immunity

January 25, 2021 11:39 AM CNN Newsource

The Moderna Covid-19 vaccine created antibodies that neutralized coronavirus variants first found in the United Kingdom and South Africa, the company…

New Covid-19 case counts are falling, but variants loom. So a vaccine maker is working on another booster

January 25, 2021 10:43 AM CNN Newsource

First, the good news: The rates of new Covid-19 cases are dropping in 48 states. And every state improved its rate of vaccinations. Here’s the…

Moderna says its Covid-19 vaccine is expected to be protective against new variants

January 25, 2021 10:11 AM CNN Newsource

The Moderna Covid-19 vaccine created antibodies that neutralized coronavirus variants first found in the United Kingdom and South Africa, the company…

Three weeks into harsh lockdown, weary Brits fear it will take much longer to beat the new variant

January 25, 2021 9:13 AM CNN

People in the United Kingdom have been living under lockdown for the past three weeks, hoping their sacrifice would bring the country’s latest…

A rural county in Washington state hasn’t wasted a single Covid-19 vaccine dose. Here’s its secret

January 25, 2021 8:29 AM CNN Newsource

A rural county in Washington state is lapping the field when it comes to distribution of the coronavirus…

What to do, and not do, before and after your Covid vaccine shot

January 25, 2021 6:40 AM CNN Newsource

It’s an all-out sprint to get Americans vaccinated against the deadly novel coronavirus. As you prepare to get your shot, here are 10 actions…

‘Healthy, young’ Americans will likely get Covid-19 vaccine in mid- to late summer, expert says

January 25, 2021 4:23 AM CNN Newsource

With the US now tallying more than 25 million Covid-19 cases, experts say now is the time to double down on safety measures and speed up vaccine…

Google Maps will soon display Covid-19 vaccination sites

January 25, 2021 3:26 AM CNN

Google Maps will soon display locations that offer Covid-19 vaccinations, further bolstering awareness of the virus — and how to avoid it. The…

The US just marked 25 million Covid-19 cases. Now it’s a race between vaccines and variants

January 24, 2021 5:33 PM CNN Newsource

It took just over a year for the US to go from one to 25 million coronavirus infections. That’s an average of about 67,934 new infections every…

7 strategies for truly restorative rest

January 24, 2021 9:28 AM CNN Newsource

Many people suffer from a chronic sleep deficit, and that was the case even before the pandemic hit — bringing with it stress, fear and…

If you call 911, it can take 2-3 minutes longer to get help now

January 24, 2021 8:29 AM CNN Newsource

Imagine suffering a serious accident and calling 911 but not getting an ambulance immediately. Or having a severe asthma attack and fighting for…

Just over a year since the first reported Covid-19 case in the US, the country nears 25 million infections

January 24, 2021 2:14 AM CNN Newsource

The US is again quickly approaching another grim milestone: 25 million Covid-19 cases in a little more than a year since the country reported its…

CDC reviewing new data that suggests coronavirus variant identified in UK could be more deadly

January 24, 2021 1:37 AM CNN Newsource

Scientists at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are speaking with UK health officials to learn more about British data that suggests…