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Read the latest COVID-19 news stories, including updates from the CDC and WHO, and tips for protecting against novel coronavirus exposure.

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COVID-19: key terms to understand infection and spread
A list of key terms and phrases that are essential to understanding the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Does vaccination protect against Long COVID?
As many as 50 percent of COVID-19 infections result in lasting symptoms, or long COVID.

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What you should know about Omicron’s more contagious cousin—BA.5
Here’s how BA.5 is different, how dangerous it is, and what you can do to protect against it.

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Current and upcoming COVID-19 vaccine boosters
Boosters are already available for many, and more options may be coming soon.

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How the pandemic has punished people with weakened immune systems
Many mount a weak immune response, leaving them more vulnerable to breakthrough infections.

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Feeling isolated or stressed? A pet can help
A furry friend doesn’t have to be a bona fide therapy animal to function like one in times of stress...

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CDC backs COVID vaccines for youngest kids
The Moderna and Pfizer are now available to children as young as 6 months. Lean how they compare.

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Young adults facing unique mental health challenges
Prolonged uncertainty during the COVID pandemic has contributed to rising rates of depression, suici...

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A quick guide to different vaccine mechanisms
Learn how different types of vaccines prepare your immune system for an encounter with the coronavir...

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What is Long COVID brain fog—and can it be cleared?
Overall, 7.5 percent of people have lingering symptoms, such as brain fog, weeks, months, or even ye...