Even as we’ve adapted to life with COVID-19, questions about how long the virus can hang around on surfaces persist. In 2025, with vaccines widely available and new variants under constant scrutiny, fomite transmission—the spread through touched objects—remains a low but real risk. If you’ve ever wondered, “How long does COVID live on surfaces?” you’re … Read more

It’s hard to believe we’re still talking about COVID-19 five years after the world first ground to a halt, but here we are in 2025, navigating a virus that’s evolved into something more like a persistent seasonal flu for many—yet no less disruptive when it hits. If you’ve tested positive or are caring for someone … Read more

I’ve always believed that knowledge is the best shield against invisible threats, especially when it comes to something as sneaky as skin cancer. Picture this: you’re lounging on a beach, the sun kissing your skin, feeling alive and carefree. But beneath that warmth, ultraviolet rays are at work, potentially rewriting your health story years down … Read more

As we step into 2025, the world feels a bit steadier after years of navigating the unpredictable waves of COVID-19. But let’s be real—viruses don’t take holidays, and neither does science. If you’ve been scrolling through news feeds or chatting with friends about the latest updates, one question keeps popping up: is the new COVID … Read more

Introduction Here’s the deal: the landscape around COVID-19 vaccines is shifting fast. The CDC’s 2025 guidance is different in tone and structure compared to years past. If you want to make sense of what’s changed, what the data actually says, and how to act (for yourself or someone you care about), you’ll need more than … Read more

It’s a question that’s lingered in the back of many minds since the early days of the pandemic: could that sudden bout of loose stools be more than just something you ate? As we navigate the post-pandemic landscape in 2025, with COVID-19 no longer the overwhelming crisis it once was but still a persistent player … Read more

I’ve been tracking the evolution of respiratory viruses for over a decade now, ever since the early days of the pandemic when fevers seemed like the universal alarm bell. As a health journalist who’s interviewed countless epidemiologists and sifted through mountains of studies, one thing stands out: COVID-19 has always been a shape-shifter. In 2025, … Read more

Imagine this: You’ve shaken off the worst of your COVID-19 symptoms—fever gone, cough fading, energy trickling back. But that home antigen test? Still flashing a stubborn pink line. Frustrating, right? If you’ve ever wondered, how long can you test positive for COVID, you’re not alone. In the ever-evolving landscape of this virus, the answer isn’t a … Read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of public health, few questions linger as persistently as “when are you contagious with COVID?” Even as we’ve moved past the height of the pandemic, with vaccines and treatments becoming more sophisticated, the virus—SARS-CoV-2—continues to surprise us. Variants like Omicron’s descendants remind us that understanding contagious periods isn’t just academic; it’s … Read more

Imagine a world where a simple summer outing could turn into a lifelong battle against paralysis. That’s the shadow polio cast over generations, a disease that once paralyzed thousands of children annually. Yet, today, we’re on the brink of eradication, thanks to science, vigilance, and global cooperation. If you’re searching for clarity on polio causes and … Read more

Costco is gonna start selling Ozempic and Wegovy at way lower prices for those of us without insurance. My mind is kinda blown! Anyway, in case you missed it, these are those prescription pens everyone’s been talking about for weight loss – seriously, all over TikTok and stuff. Told ya! The big cheese of Novo … Read more

So, I’ve been thinking a lot—probably too much, to be honest—about how parents, like Remy Sweeney-Garrett over in Seattle, are caught up in this whole mess with trying to get their kids vaccinated. Seriously, the anxiety must be through the roof. But, here’s the kicker: the CDC hasn’t given their official nod of approval yet. … Read more

As we step into 2025, the shadow of COVID-19 lingers, but it’s evolving. What we’re calling the “new COVID 2025” isn’t some dramatic sci-fi villain—it’s the latest wave of variants, likely more transmissible and sneaky in how they mimic common colds. I’ve been tracking this since the early days of the pandemic, drawing from years … Read more

Remember that uneasy knot in your stomach when the rapid test turns positive? It’s a moment that catapults you into a whirlwind of questions: How long do I have to stay put? Can I hug my kids sooner? And what if I’m vaccinated—does that change everything? In the ever-shifting landscape of COVID-19, figuring out how long … Read more