When the virus that causes COVID-19 emerged in 2019, no one had protective immunity. Nearly five years later, most of the United States population has some immunity, either because of vaccination, ...

The novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 has spread globally, killing hundreds of thousands of people and infecting millions more. The pandemic has upended life around the world, crippling the ...

Medical professionals recommend leaving fireworks to the professionals this Fourth of July. Fireworks can cause severe — and even fatal — injuries. Fourth of July celebrations on Thursday will lead ...

Americans don't appear to be getting sick with respiratory illnesses just yet, according to federal health data. But as people begin gathering indoors for the holidays, that will change. Fall and ...

NEW YORK -- Many of us will be looking to take a break from cooking, but aren't sure if it's a good idea to order takeout. In the age of coronavirus: is it safe to get delivery? Dr. Simone Wildes, an ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Tuesday that it is likely that the spread of coronavirus will reach pandemic levels, as scientists still are trying to solve how to stop the ...

Many people are home for the holidays – and so are their germs. It’s possible sickness could be knocking on the door along with your party guests. It’s cold and flu season, and common winter illnesses ...