An emergency can come in many different forms and strike at any time. Learn about emergency preparedness like creating an emergency kit and contact plan.
A new coronavirus variant, IHU, emerged in late 2021. However, the IHU variant has not spread beyond 12 people as of early January 2022.
We may be able to learn from Israel’s experience with Omicron when we try to extrapolate what will happen in the U.S. in the coming months.
COVID-19 has taken a huge toll on the healthcare system and has led to high levels of nursing burnout and staffing shortages. Learn about issues like compassion fatigue and the lack of nurse educators.
Medical science shows that alcohol has an impact on athletic performance. Physical exercise and alcohol consumption should be done in moderation.
Scientists in the U.S. Army are developing a Covid-19 vaccine designed to protect against current and future variants—and even other coronaviruses
Virologists are continually monitoring data on coronavirus variants. Countries differ by vaccination rates, however.
BMI is a common tool used to measure a person’s body fat, but does not actually reflect a person’s whole health. Learn about the complexities of BMI and how COVID-19 has contributed to widespread weight gain.